Hornady L&L Anvil Base Kit

Product Description

The Hornady L&L Anvil Base Kit is an accessory for calipers used with the Hornady Lock-N-Load Comparator system. The anvil attaches to the opposite caliper blade and provides a larger, stable surface for supporting case heads and bullets during measurement.

As a result, the setup makes ogive and headspace measurements easier to obtain. The anvil is particularly useful when comparing loaded ammunition or measuring cartridge dimensions during precision reloading.

Hornady L&L Anvil Base Kit Features

The Hornady L&L Anvil Base Kit attaches directly to the opposite blade of a compatible caliper. Its larger contact surface supports the case head or bullet while the comparator performs the measurement.

Furthermore, the anvil helps keep the cartridge or bullet properly supported between the caliper jaws. This makes measurements easier to repeat when checking loaded ammunition.

The modular design works with the Hornady Lock-N-Load Comparator system. Therefore, it complements the comparator body and its interchangeable measurement inserts.

Hornady L&L Anvil Base Kit for Ogive Measurement

The anvil provides a stable support point when measuring from the bullet ogive. This is useful because measuring from the bullet tip can produce inconsistent results when projectile tips vary in shape or length.

Consequently, the comparator can provide a more consistent reference when checking bullet seating depth and comparing loaded rounds.

Headspace Measurement Support

The anvil also supports headspace measurements when used with the appropriate Hornady Lock-N-Load Headspace Comparator components.

The larger surface gives case heads a stable resting point during measurement. As a result, reloaders can compare fired and resized cases when checking changes in case headspace.

This makes the anvil useful for both cartridge measurement and case-preparation work.

Hornady L&L Anvil Base Kit Compatibility

The anvil works with compatible calipers and the Hornady Lock-N-Load Comparator system. It does not accept comparator inserts itself. Instead, it provides the supporting surface while the comparator component performs the measurement.

Therefore, the correct comparator body, insert or headspace bushing must be selected separately according to the measurement required.

Precision Reloading Applications

This accessory suits reloaders who measure bullet seating depth, loaded-round consistency or case headspace. In addition, it provides a practical support surface when using the comparator on a standard caliper.

The system is especially useful when repeatable measurements matter during load development. Furthermore, using a stable reference point helps make comparisons between cartridges and cases easier.

For more precision reloading equipment, browse our Reloading Equipment. You can also view related Hornady reloading tools.

For additional manufacturer information, visit Hornady.

Key Features

• Hornady Lock-N-Load Anvil Base Kit
• Item number AB1
• Attaches to the opposite caliper blade
• Provides a large support surface
• Supports case heads and bullets
• Useful for ogive measurements
• Useful for headspace measurements
• Designed for use with the Lock-N-Load Comparator system
• Supports loaded-round measurement
• Suitable for precision reloading applications

Product Specifications

Brand: Hornady
Product: Lock-N-Load Anvil Base Kit
Item Number: AB1
Product Type: Caliper anvil base
Primary Use: Ogive and headspace measurement support
Mounting: Opposite caliper blade
Compatible System: Hornady Lock-N-Load Comparator
Comparator Inserts Included: No
Caliper Included: No

What’s Included

The package contains the Hornady Lock-N-Load Anvil Base Kit.

Included:

• 1 × Hornady Lock-N-Load Anvil Base Kit

Not included:

• Caliper
• Comparator body
• Comparator inserts
• Headspace bushings

The appropriate comparator components must be selected separately according to the measurement being performed.