Description
Peterson Cartridge built its name making one thing and making it well: premium rifle brass. This 26 Nosler offering is unprimed and ready for the handloader who wants to control every step of the process, from primer seating to charge weight. If you run a fast 6.5mm magnum and want cases that behave the same shot after shot, this is the kind of brass that earns a spot on the bench.
The 26 Nosler is a serious hot rod of a cartridge. It pushes 6.5mm bullets at some of the highest velocities you'll find in the class, built on a rebated-rim case with the same overall length as the .30-06 so it fits standard-length actions. Running a round like that hard means your brass has to hold up, and Peterson's reputation here is well earned. Reloaders consistently report tight primer pockets that stay snug through many firings, along with uniform case weight and neck wall thickness that make load development more predictable.
What Sets Peterson 26 Nosler Brass Apart
Peterson is a family-owned American outfit that dedicates its entire facility to brass alone. That focus shows up in cases produced on a modern case line and checked with both automated and hand inspection. The payoff for you is consistency where it counts: flash holes, neck tension, and rim dimensions that don't wander from piece to piece. Many handloaders note Peterson brass tends to offer a touch more internal capacity, which can make it easier to find a forgiving, accurate node during workup.
Getting the Most From Your 26 Nosler Reloads
These cases use a large rifle primer. Because case capacity can differ from other brands, it's smart to treat a switch to Peterson like any brass change and work your load up fresh rather than dropping in an old max charge. Annealing periodically will stretch case life even further, and plenty of reloaders report double-digit firings when loads are kept reasonable. The brass is made in the U.S.A. and arrives packaged in a reusable plastic ammo box with a lot number printed on it, handy for tracking batches.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Peterson Cartridge
- Caliber: 26 Nosler
- Condition: Unprimed, new
- Quantity: 50 count
- Primer Pocket: Large Rifle
- Case Material: Brass
- Grade: Match-Grade
- Country of Origin: Made in U.S.A.
- Manufacturer Part Number: 40002-R
- UPC: 810068270037
- Shipping Weight: 2.6 lbs
What’s Included
- 50 unprimed 26 Nosler brass cases
- Reusable plastic ammo box with lot number
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this Peterson 26 Nosler brass come primed or unprimed?
It ships unprimed, so you seat your own primers. These cases take a large rifle primer. That gives you full control over your component choices from the start of your load workup.
How many times can I reload Peterson 26 Nosler brass?
Reloaders commonly report double-digit firings when running sensible loads, with primer pockets that stay tight well into the case's life. Case life depends heavily on how hard you push pressure, so backing off from absolute max and annealing periodically will help you get the most out of each piece.
Do I need to adjust my load data when switching to Peterson brass?
Yes, it's a good idea. Case capacity can vary between brands, and Peterson's internal volume may differ from what you were using before, which changes pressure. Treat it like any brass change and work your load back up from a lower starting charge rather than dropping in a previous max load.
How many cases are in this box?
This listing is for a 50-count box of 26 Nosler brass, packaged in a reusable plastic ammo box. Peterson prints a lot number on the box, which is handy if you like to keep your batches organized for tracking.





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