Forster Bench Rest Bushing Bump Neck Sizing Die 26 Nosler

• Bushing neck sizing control: The interchangeable bushing system lets the reloader tune neck tension for a specific brass lot and bullet combination, helping produce more consistent release and more repeatable ammunition.
• Shoulder bump capability: This Bench Rest die is built to size the neck while bumping the shoulder, which helps maintain reliable chambering without working the entire case body more than necessary.
• Bench Rest die design: Forster’s Bench Rest approach focuses on precise case alignment and controlled sizing, making it well suited to accuracy-focused handloads for modern rifle cartridges such as .26 Nosler.
• Steel construction: A steel die body stands up well to repeated loading sessions and gives the reloader a durable tool for regular case preparation on a standard press.
• Standard 7/8"-14 thread: The die fits common reloading presses, so it integrates easily into an established bench setup without requiring a proprietary mounting system.

About the Bench Rest Series

Forster Bench Rest dies are built for reloaders who want tighter control over cartridge preparation than a basic hunting die usually provides. Within the company’s reloading lineup, the Bench Rest series sits squarely in the precision-oriented segment, covering sizing and seating tools designed for careful brass handling, repeatable adjustment and consistent ammunition geometry. The series is widely associated with target shooting, load development and accuracy-focused hunting ammunition, where small changes in neck tension, seating alignment and shoulder set-back can affect results on target.

A key characteristic of the line is its emphasis on controlled case alignment and specialized die formats for different loading goals. In the sizing range, that includes options such as bushing-based neck sizing and shoulder-bump designs that let the user fine-tune how much the brass is worked. Across the broader Bench Rest family, Forster also pairs these sizing tools with precision seating dies, including micrometer-equipped versions for exact bullet seating adjustments. The result is a die family aimed at reloaders who value measured, repeatable setup rather than one-size-fits-all case sizing.

About the Forster Bench Rest Bushing Bump Neck Sizing Die 26 Nosler

The Forster Bench Rest Bushing Bump Neck Sizing Die 26 Nosler is made for reloaders who want to preserve the fit of fired brass to a specific chamber while still restoring enough shoulder position for dependable feeding. Instead of full-length sizing the entire case body, this die focuses on decapping and neck sizing while also providing the shoulder bump function that many precision rifle loads need after repeated firings. In practice, that means less unnecessary brass working than a full-length die, while still helping maintain smooth bolt closure in a hunting or long-range rifle chambered for .26 Nosler.

The competition bushing neck die format is the defining feature here. By using interchangeable bushings, the die allows the reloader to choose the neck sizing diameter that best matches brass thickness and the desired bullet grip. That makes it easier to tune neck tension for consistency, especially when working with carefully sorted cases or refining a load for accuracy. Because the die uses a standard 7/8"-14 thread, it fits conventional presses and drops into most established reloading setups without complication.

Its steel construction suits frequent bench use, and the single-die format makes it a practical choice for reloaders building a custom die setup around a preferred seater and selected bushings. For a fast, high-performance cartridge such as 26 Nosler, that combination of neck-tension control and shoulder management is particularly useful when the goal is repeatable ammunition with consistent chamber fit.

About Forster

Forster Products dates its history to 1935 and has long focused on tools for precision handloading and gunsmithing. The company is based in Lanark, Illinois and states that its products are made in the United States, which fits its reputation for bench equipment aimed at reloaders who want repeatable, detail-oriented setup. Its catalog centers on practical precision tools rather than broad shooting accessories, with strong recognition in reloading dies, case trimmers, headspace gauges and related workshop equipment.

Within that lineup, Forster is especially known for products such as the Co-Ax Press and its Bench Rest die families. The company’s die designs reflect a clear emphasis on cartridge alignment and controlled adjustment, which is why Forster tools are commonly chosen by reloaders developing accurate rifle ammunition. That background makes the brand a natural fit for specialized sizing dies such as the Bench Rest Bushing Bump Neck Sizing Die.

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).: 6.71 mm
• Bullet Diameter (inch).: 264.00 inch
• Compatible calibers: .26 Nosler, 6.5x66mm RB

Warranty

Forster provides a 2-year warranty for this product.