Forster Bushing Bump Neck Sizing Die Kit with 3 Neck Bushings 223 Rem

• Bushing neck sizing system: lets the die size the neck with interchangeable bushings, giving tighter control over neck tension and making it easier to tune loads for different brass lots or bullet combinations.
• Shoulder bump capability: sizes the neck while also setting the shoulder back slightly, which helps maintain reliable chambering without working the entire case body more than necessary.
• Three included bushings: the kit includes .247, .245 and .243 bushings for .223 Rem, so the user can start adjusting neck tension immediately instead of buying bushings separately.
• Steel die construction: the die body is made from steel, providing the rigidity and wear resistance needed for repeatable sizing over long reloading sessions.
• Standard 7/8"-14 thread: fits common reloading presses, making it easy to integrate into an existing bench setup for precision rifle cartridge preparation.

About the Bushing Bump Series

Forster Bushing Bump Neck Sizing Dies are built for reloaders who want more control than a conventional full-length sizing die but more chambering security than a neck-only die. In Forster’s reloading lineup, this series sits squarely in the precision-oriented segment, aimed at shooters who tune ammunition for consistent neck tension, repeatable bullet release and dependable fit in the chamber. The design combines interchangeable neck-sizing bushings with controlled shoulder setback, so the case can be sized where it matters most without unnecessarily working the entire body.

That makes the series especially relevant for precision shooting, varmint loads and carefully developed hunting ammunition where brass life and uniformity both matter. The bushing-based approach also gives experienced handloaders a practical way to adapt to different brass wall thicknesses or desired neck tension. Rather than treating every case the same, the Bushing Bump concept allows the die to be matched more closely to the cartridge and the load. The result is a die family designed around measured adjustment, repeatability and compatibility with standard press setups, while keeping the process straightforward for reloaders who want finer control over case preparation.

About the Forster Bushing Bump Neck Sizing Die Kit with 3 Neck Bushings 223 Rem

The Forster Bushing Bump Neck Sizing Die Kit with 3 Neck Bushings 223 Rem is configured for reloaders working with .223 Rem who want to balance case fit, brass life and load consistency. Its main advantage is that it performs decapping and neck sizing while also allowing a controlled shoulder bump, which is useful when ammunition must chamber smoothly in a rifle that is used repeatedly in the field or on the range. Compared with sizing the full case body every cycle, this approach can reduce unnecessary working of the brass while still maintaining practical reliability.

The die uses Forster’s Competition Bushing Neck Die style system, and this kit includes three neck bushings: .247, .245 and .243. That gives the reloader immediate flexibility to fine-tune neck tension for different case neck thicknesses or bullet seating preferences. In practice, that can help produce more uniform bullet release, which is one of the small but important variables in precision handloading. The steel construction supports repeatable adjustment and long service life, while the standard 7/8"-14 thread keeps the die compatible with widely used presses. For a .223 Rem loading setup focused on consistency rather than maximum production speed, this die kit offers a practical way to make sizing more deliberate and more adaptable.

About Forster

Forster Products dates its history to 1935 and has long focused on precision reloading and gunsmithing tools. The company is based in Lanark, Illinois and states that its products are made in the United States. Its catalog covers core bench equipment and measuring tools such as reloading dies, case trimmers, headspace gauges and sight-mounting fixtures, reflecting a strong emphasis on repeatable setup and cartridge uniformity.

Within the reloading category, Forster is especially well known for products such as the Co-Ax Press and its Bench Rest die lines. The company’s Bench Rest Seater Dies are designed around a close-fitting chamber that helps align the case and bullet during seating, showing the same precision-first approach seen across its die systems. That background makes Forster a recognized name among reloaders who value careful adjustment and consistent ammunition assembly.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: Forster
• Made in: USA
• Die operation: Decapping, Neck sizing
• Pack size: Single
• Die type: Bushing
• Bushing: Yes
• Bushing style: Competition Bushing Neck Die
• Case body design: Bottle neck
• Case type: Rifle
• Sizing die material: Steel
• Material: Steel
• Adjustment: Standard
• Press compatibility: Standard 7/8"-14 thread
• Bullet Diameter (mm).: 5.66 mm
• Bullet Diameter (inch).: 223.00 inch

Warranty

Forster provides a 2-year warranty for this die set. That stated period covers the product with a clear, time-defined manufacturer warranty rather than an open-ended policy.

In the Box

• Bushing Bump Neck Sizing Die
• Three neck bushings: .247, .245 and .243