Description
Good brass is where accuracy starts, and Hornady treats these .308 Win Match cases like the backbone of a great load rather than a throwaway component. These are new, unprimed cases ready to prep and load with your own powder, primer, and bullet of choice. For anyone building precision .308 Winchester handloads, starting with quality brass pays off every time you pull the trigger.
What Sets the Hornady .308 Match Brass Apart
Hornady puts extra care into these cases, running smaller lots that meet strict quality standards. You get excellent uniformity in wall thickness, weight, and internal capacity, which keeps your charges and pressures consistent from case to case. They measure for tight wall concentricity and run the brass through a pressure calibration test to ensure uniform expansion when fired. That attention to detail is exactly what you want when you're chasing tight groups.
Reloading .308 Winchester with This Hornady Brass
These cases use a Large Rifle primer and are made for standard .308 Winchester reloading. Because the brass is produced to tighter tolerances, bullets seat properly in both the case and the chamber, and well-made brass tends to give you more reloads per case before it's worn out. That longevity is a big reason handloaders keep coming back to Hornady cases, and reviewers consistently point to the extra life they get out of this brass.
A Dependable Base for Your .308 Match Loads
Whether you're working up a hunting load or fine-tuning something for the range, this unprimed .308 Win brass gives you a clean, consistent starting point. Keep in mind this is a reloading component and not loaded ammunition, so you'll need your primers, powder, and projectiles to finish the job. Hornady's reputation for precision components is well earned, and this brass is a straightforward way to put that quality to work on your bench.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Hornady
- Caliber: .308 Winchester
- Style: Match
- Case Material: Brass
- Condition: New, Unprimed
- Primer Size: Large Rifle
- Quantity: 2000 Count Box
- Manufacturer Part Number: 8661B
- UPC: 090255600438
- Made in USA: Yes
What’s Included
- 2000 new unprimed .308 Winchester Match brass cartridge cases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Hornady .308 Win Match brass primed or unprimed?
These are new, unprimed cases. You'll need to add your own primers, powder, and bullets to build a finished cartridge. This is a reloading component and not loaded ammunition.
What primer size does this .308 Winchester brass use?
These cases are set up for a Large Rifle primer, which is standard for .308 Winchester. Just make sure your primers match before you start seating them.
What makes the Hornady .308 Match brass worth it for reloading?
Hornady produces these cases in smaller lots to tighter standards, giving you uniform wall thickness, weight, and internal capacity. They also check for tight wall concentricity and run the brass through a pressure calibration test for uniform expansion. That consistency helps your loads stay repeatable and often yields more reloads per case.
Do I need to prep this brass before loading it?
Like most new brass, it's smart to inspect the cases and run them through your normal prep routine before loading. Many reloaders will size, trim to length, and chamfer the necks for best results. Doing that groundwork helps your first firing go smoothly.




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