Hornady MFG Tour ***G-14 Classified***

Published on September 30, 2019
Duration: 4:40

This video offers an in-depth look at the Hornady manufacturing facility, detailing the precise processes involved in creating ammunition. It highlights the stringent quality control measures, including a 200-yard test for bullet groups under 0.95 inches. The tour showcases the journey from raw materials like gilding metal and lead alloys to the final hand-inspected, American-made cartridges.

Quick Summary

Hornady employs rigorous quality control, testing every bullet batch for a 10-shot group under 0.95 inches at 200 yards. Meticulous hand-inspection of each finished round ensures no imperfections, guaranteeing high-quality, American-made ammunition.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Hornady Facility
  2. 00:32Bullet Cup Drawing Process
  3. 01:16Lead Core Manufacturing
  4. 02:00Quality Control Test Tunnel
  5. 02:37Ammunition Assembly Line
  6. 03:08Case Prep and Loading
  7. 03:34Hand Inspection of Rounds
  8. 04:10Shipping & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key quality control steps at Hornady manufacturing?

Hornady tests every batch of bullets with a 10-shot group requirement of under 0.95 inches at 200 yards. Additionally, each finished round undergoes meticulous hand-inspection for any imperfections like scratches or dents before packaging.

How are Hornady bullets constructed?

Bullet cups are drawn from gilding metal (95% copper, 5% zinc) to tight tolerances. Lead cores are made using a 3% antimony alloy, swaged under pressure into wire rods, and then combined with the jackets.

Where is the Hornady manufacturing facility located?

The Hornady manufacturing facility featured in this tour is located in Grand Island, Nebraska. The video shows the entrance sign and highlights the 'Made in America' aspect of their products.

What specific ammunition types are shown being manufactured?

The tour showcases the assembly process for various calibers. Specific examples mentioned include .243 Winchester using 90gr ELD-X bullets and .45-70 Government cartridges loaded with 325gr Flex Tip projectiles.

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