The Hornady 357 Magnum Cartridge Gauge (380703) is a Lock-N-Load drop-in case gauge that lets you quickly confirm your sized brass and loaded 357 Magnum ammunition will fit correctly in a SAAMI spec chamber. This Hornady 380703 357 Mag cartridge gauge gives reloaders a fast bench check for both headspace and case length on revolver or carbine ammo.
Key Features
- Manufacturer part number: 380703
- Cartridge: 357 Magnum (.357 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: high carbon steel body cut to SAAMI maximum tolerances
- Compatibility: works with empty sized brass and complete loaded 357 Magnum rounds
- Quantity: one cartridge gauge per package
Special Features
- Drop a case or loaded round into the gauge to see if it sits flush within the top and bottom reference surfaces, giving you an instant visual pass or fail on sizing and trimming.
- The internal profile mirrors a proper 357 Magnum chamber, which helps you catch cases that are too long or improperly sized before they cause hard chambering or lockup issues.
- Solid steel construction and one-piece design provide a durable reference tool that stands up to frequent use on the loading bench.
- Dedicated 357 Magnum geometry gives you a cartridge-specific check instead of relying on the feel of test-fitting rounds in a cylinder or barrel.
Practical Benefits
- The Hornady 357 Magnum Cartridge Gauge (380703) helps you spot headspace and length problems at the bench so your 357 Mag ammo chambers smoothly and consistently.
- You can sort questionable brass and confirm that your resized cases and finished rounds work with typical SAAMI chambers, reducing the need to test every batch in the actual firearm.
- As you dial in your sizing die and case trimmer, this gauge gives you a consistent standard so your 357 Magnum reloads feed and function the way you expect in both revolvers and compatible carbines.
| MANUFACTURER | HORNADY |
| CALIBER | 357 MAGNUM |