{"product_id":"hornady-bullet-headspace-comparator-case-complete","title":"Hornady Bullet-Headspace Comparator Case.","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1r276r8\" data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e1. \u003cstrong data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003eForm factor and construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"crrk45\" data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003eUsually a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003ecompact rectangular case\u003c\/strong\u003e, often 3D-printed polymer or molded plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9gd05a\" data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003eLightweight but rigid enough to protect precision-machined aluminum inserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tckrl\" data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003eSnap-fit or magnetic lid (depending on model)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"dxkhdz\" data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1270\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e2. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1270\"\u003eInternal layout\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003eInside, the case is precisely machined or printed with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1348\"\u003ededicated recesses\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5g1spz\" data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003eBullet comparator inserts (typically 6–14 pieces)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1re6lli\" data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003eHeadspace bushings (typically 5 sizes)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13linyp\" data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eComparator body\/anvil\u003c\/strong\u003e (the part that mounts to calipers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ue64vj\" data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003eSlots for:\n\u003cul data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xgyw4p\" data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003eAllen wrench (used to secure inserts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1e11lfc\" data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003eSpare screws or small parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003eEach cavity is shaped to match the exact geometry of the part it holds, preventing movement and damage. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"nhb15z\" data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e3. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1763\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003eOrganization features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"2075\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rsn9qg\" data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1791\" data-end=\"1824\"\u003eLabeling or engraved markings\u003c\/strong\u003e on the lid (identifies insert sizes\/calibers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xurrcb\" data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003eChamfered edges\u003c\/strong\u003e on each slot for easy removal and replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nto026\" data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"2017\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003eAlignment features\u003c\/strong\u003e so the lid closes in only one correct orientation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vizd03\" data-start=\"2018\" data-end=\"2075\"\u003eSome versions include a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2044\" data-end=\"2075\"\u003esmall accessory compartment\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"vx4byt\" data-start=\"2077\" data-end=\"2113\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e4. \u003cstrong data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2113\"\u003eProtection and durability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"90tn6p\" data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2235\"\u003ePrevents:\n\u003cul data-start=\"2128\" data-end=\"2235\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1grs95m\" data-start=\"2128\" data-end=\"2171\"\u003eLoss of small bushings (easy to misplace)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rdf4ok\" data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2235\"\u003eScratches or dings that could affect measurement accuracy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cypzg5\" data-start=\"2236\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003eKeeps all components together for transport to the range or bench\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2307\" data-end=\"2310\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"opebg0\" data-start=\"2312\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003e⚙️ Functional purpose (why it matters)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2355\" data-end=\"2399\"\u003eThe comparator tools themselves are used to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2401\" data-end=\"2630\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bafpm1\" data-start=\"2401\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003eMeasure \u003cstrong data-start=\"2411\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003ecase headspace differences before\/after resizing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ny6g2p\" data-start=\"2464\" data-end=\"2513\"\u003eEnsure proper \u003cstrong data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2513\"\u003eshoulder bump (~0.001–0.002\")\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16au2u4\" data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2630\"\u003eImprove:\n\u003cul data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2630\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mdkpjz\" data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2541\"\u003eBrass life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o67qyd\" data-start=\"2544\" data-end=\"2556\"\u003eAccuracy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13he3ht\" data-start=\"2559\" data-end=\"2630\"\u003eSafety in reloaded ammunition \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2702\"\u003eThe case complements this by ensuring the precision components remain:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2780\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mt366n\" data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2717\"\u003eOrganized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13swyzg\" 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