Case gauge for 9.3x62mm?

[Puddle]

I've been searching for a 9.3x62mm case gauge for manually checking brass after FL sizing.

Wilson simply calls it a Case Gauge, Hornady calls it a Cartridge Gauge, and Lyman calls it a Case Length Headspace Gauge.
None of these vendors offers their product in 9.3x62mm, and the Hornady custom order guy actually called me to say, "you don't want know what I'd have to charge you to do a one-off".

Now all these vendors offer case gauges in some pretty esoteric cartridges, but not in 9.3x62mm because that cartridge is just not that well known, at least in the US.

So, back to the question at hand, does anyone know of where I can get my hands on a Case Length Headspace Gauge for 9.3x62mm?

Thanks

 

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I use the Hornady Cartridge HS gauge Kit. There is no bushing specifically listed for the 9.3x62, but the "D" bushing works for me. Using measurements from fired brass, I use the cartridge HS gauge to set my sizing die to only set back the shoulder by ~0.002".

If you are using a case gauge you are probably setting back the shoulder quite a bit more. For reference, first check an unfired new case or factory loaded case. You will see something around .007" of cartridge headspace compared to an unsized first or second fired case.

FWIW:
Fired cases should always be decapped before measuring, btw.
Older cases will have less springback and will measure less cartridge HS than newer or annealed cases.

 

[Puddle]

I'm waiting on a reply from RCBS, likely tomorrow. Based on their response I may look into the Hornady option. Thanks.

 

[AZDAVE]

I also use the hornady lock and load headspace.