--- product_id: 641625149 title: "Forster Products .277 Gauge Neck Tension Gauge, Case Mouth Gauges for Reloading, Case Prep, Four Stepped Diameters with Size Etched on Each Tool" price: "$95.93" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/641625149-forster-products-277-gauge-neck-tension-gauge-case-mouth-gauges store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # 4 stepped diameters etched precise neck tension measurement ergonomic textured handle Forster Products .277 Gauge Neck Tension Gauge, Case Mouth Gauges for Reloading, Case Prep, Four Stepped Diameters with Size Etched on Each Tool **Price:** $95.93 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎯 Reload Like a Pro with Pinpoint Precision ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Forster Products .277 Gauge Neck Tension Gauge, Case Mouth Gauges for Reloading, Case Prep, Four Stepped Diameters with Size Etched on Each Tool - **How much does it cost?** $95.93 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/641625149-forster-products-277-gauge-neck-tension-gauge-case-mouth-gauges) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ergonomic Comfort:** Textured handle crafted for extended, fatigue-free use - • **Trusted by Reloaders:** Highly rated with 4.9 stars—reload smarter, not harder - • **Quick & Intuitive Use:** Slip-fit design for fast, reliable measurements on the go - • **Precision in Every Step:** Four stepped diameters etched for exact inside neck sizing - • **Optimize Reloading Consistency:** Ensures perfect neck tension for flawless bullet seating ## Overview The 277 Gauge Neck Tension Gauge is a precision inspection tool featuring four stepped diameters etched for quick, accurate inside neck diameter measurements. Designed for reloaders, it ensures exact neck tension to optimize bullet seating consistency. Its ergonomic textured handle offers comfort during use, making it an essential, highly rated tool for serious case preparation. ## Description Product description Neck Tension Gauge Use after case neck sizing and before bullet seating to help determine optimal inside neck diameter for consistent release of a bullet from your reloaded rounds. Allows for inspection of the inside diameters of case necks to be sure a “donut” has not formed at the neck-shoulder junction. 4 Stepped Diameters Sizes are etched on and are stepped in increments of 0.001" Textured Handle Textured handle and ergonomic handle makes it comfortable to use Quick to Use Simply insert the stepped end of the tool into the neck of your sized case Multiple Sizes Available Available in the most popular sizes Review: Don’t wast money on the cheaper ones - Don’t know how I reloaded for 50 years without one. I now have one for every caliber I load for. Caliper dead on what the are labeled. Bought a cheaper brand because I couldn’t find the forester in the caliber I was loading. Every measurement was wrong on it. Sent it back and waited for the forester to become available. As always it measured perfect on each of the next sizes Review: Works great - They must have for reloading ## Features - NECK TENSION GAUGE - Inspection tool to quickly and accurately screen/sort a batch of brass before your bullet seating operation - EXACT NECK TENSION - Each NTG provides reloaders with the information needed to create exacting neck tensions during the bullet seating operation. - DETERMINE INSIDE NECK DIAMETER - Use after case neck sizing and before bullet seating to help determine optimal inside neck diameter for consistent release of a bullet from your reloaded rounds. Allows for inspection of the inside diameters of case necks to be sure a “donut” has not formed at the neck-shoulder junction. - EASY-TO-USE - Simply insert the stepped end of the tool into the neck of your sized case, sliding it in until one of the diameters achieves a slip fit in the case neck. Use the resulting value to fine-tune your case preparation. - 277 CALIBER- Contains four stepped diameters measuring 0.2730, 0.2740, 0.2750, and 0.2760 inches. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Customer Reviews | 4.9 out of 5 stars 32 Reviews | ## Images ![Forster Products .277 Gauge Neck Tension Gauge, Case Mouth Gauges for Reloading, Case Prep, Four Stepped Diameters with Size Etched on Each Tool - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51JQQdh0psL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Don’t wast money on the cheaper ones *by J***S on May 23, 2026* Don’t know how I reloaded for 50 years without one. I now have one for every caliber I load for. Caliper dead on what the are labeled. Bought a cheaper brand because I couldn’t find the forester in the caliber I was loading. Every measurement was wrong on it. Sent it back and waited for the forester to become available. As always it measured perfect on each of the next sizes ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great *by P***. on March 12, 2026* They must have for reloading ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just what it said it was *by R***. on December 24, 2025* Was just what it said it was ## Frequently Bought Together - Forster Products .277 Gauge Neck Tension Gauge, Case Mouth Gauges for Reloading, Case Prep, Four Stepped Diameters with Size Etched on Each Tool - Hornady Premium Powder Funnel Kit, 586059 - The High Capacity, Anti-Static Aluminum Funnel to Avoid Messy Powder Spills - Includes 9 Caliber Specific Adapters and Form-Fitted Storage Case - Imperial Redding Sizing Die Wax 2 Ounce Tin Md: 07600 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/641625149-forster-products-277-gauge-neck-tension-gauge-case-mouth-gauges](https://www.desertcart.us/products/641625149-forster-products-277-gauge-neck-tension-gauge-case-mouth-gauges) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-07-22*