Forster has launched a new product to help precision hand-loaders. The new Forster Accu Ring has precise markings that allow you to set your sizing dies in your press with extreme precision. Laser-etched precision markings are laser-etched on the annodized ring in.001? In increments of.001? This allows you to adjust the amount of shoulder “bump” and sizing you get when you move a press die up or down. This new Forster Accu Ring can also be used to precisely seat bullets if your conventional seating die does not have a micrometer adjustment. SEE Ultimate Reloader Review. The new Forster Accu-Ring was tested by UltimateReloader.com. UltimateReloader.com tested the new ring using both a sizing and a seating die. The ring is more precise than conventional die lock rings, according to the test. The Ultimate Reloader product testing video featuring the Accu-Ring was released on 10/1/2021.
Midsouth Shooters has the following product description: Accu-Ring Crossbolt Die Lock Ring (Anodized, Laser-Marked).
The Forster Accu-Ring makes it easier to set up your Sizing Die by providing reference marks in millimeter increments (.001?). Simply use a fine ink marker (.001?) to place a reference line on your die. To increase or decrease the amount of shoulder bump, turn the die counterclockwise. Increase the case’s headspace length. There are many factors that can affect the amount of shoulder bump in sizing. There are many factors that can affect the shoulder bump of different sizes of cases. These include the ductility of the brass or springback and how you use case lube. Your lock ring’s reference marks will help you determine the length of your cases’ headspace. After making an adjustment, lock the Accu-Ring securely before you size another case. If the ring isn’t tightened, you will get inconsistent results. Non-micrometer seating dies can also be used. The Accu-Ring allows you to fine tune your seating depths without having to guess with your stem. Midsouth Shooters sells the new Forster AccuRing for $14.99
