HORNADY 380706 45 ACP CARTRIDGE GAUGE

The Hornady 45 Auto Cartridge Gauge (380706) is a Lock-N-Load pistol case gauge that lets you quickly verify your sized brass and loaded 45 ACP ammunition will fit correctly in a SAAMI spec chamber. This Hornady 380706 45 ACP cartridge gauge provides a fast bench check for headspace, case length, and basic profile on your 45 Auto reloads.

Key Features

• Manufacturer part number: 380706
• Cartridge: 45 Auto / 45 ACP (.451 diameter)
• Product type: Lock-N-Load cartridge gauge
• Function: checks sized cases and loaded cartridges for correct fit in SAAMI chambers
• Gauge style: go/no-go style drop-in gauge
• Construction: steel body cut to SAAMI maximum and minimum dimensions
• Compatibility: works with empty sized brass and complete loaded 45 Auto rounds
• Quantity: one cartridge gauge per package

Special Features

• Drop a case or loaded round into the gauge to see whether it sits within the machined reference surfaces, giving you an instant visual pass or fail on sizing and trimming.
• The internal profile mirrors a proper 45 ACP chamber, which helps you catch cases that are too long, bulged, or under-sized before they cause feeding or chambering issues.
• One-piece steel construction provides a durable, long lasting reference tool for frequent use on the reloading bench.
• Dedicated 45 Auto geometry gives you a cartridge-specific check instead of relying on feel when test-fitting rounds in a pistol barrel.

Practical Benefits

• The Hornady 45 Auto Cartridge Gauge (380706) helps you detect headspace and length problems at the bench so your 45 ACP ammo chambers smoothly and runs reliably.
• You can sort questionable brass and confirm that resized cases and finished rounds work with typical SAAMI chambers, which reduces the need to test every batch in the firearm.
• As you dial in your sizing die and trimming process, this gauge provides a consistent standard so your 45 Auto reloads feed and function the way you expect in carry, training, or match pistols.