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Hornady .45-70 Government Unprimed Brass Cases – 50 Pack (8784) are manufactured for reloaders seeking consistent cartridge cases for the .45-70 Government calibre. Hornady produces its brass in smaller manufacturing lots, with attention to case wall thickness, concentricity, weight and internal capacity.
Hornady's cartridge-case manufacturing process includes checks for wall concentricity and pressure calibration to support consistent case expansion and dimensional uniformity. These quality-control measures are designed to provide a dependable foundation for precision-focused reloading.
Supplied as 50 unprimed brass cases per pack, Hornady part number 8784 is intended for experienced reloaders working with the .45-70 Government cartridge. These are empty cartridge cases only, not factory-loaded ammunition.
Calibre: .45-70 Government (.45-70 Govt)
Manufacturer Product Code: 8784
Quantity: 50 unprimed brass cases per pack
Case Material: Brass
Unprimed Cases: Supplied without primers, powder or projectiles
Uniform Case Wall Thickness: Manufactured with close attention to dimensional consistency
Tight Wall Concentricity: Designed to support consistent projectile seating
Consistent Case Weight & Capacity: Quality-controlled during manufacture
Pressure Calibration Testing: Part of Hornady's cartridge-case quality-control process
Reloading Component: Intended for suitable .45-70 Government reloading applications
Hornady manufactures its cartridge cases with an emphasis on dimensional consistency and uniformity between cases. Its quality-control processes include checks for wall thickness, concentricity and internal capacity, helping reloaders maintain consistent component preparation.
This product contains 50 empty, unprimed brass cartridge cases only. Primers, powder and projectiles are not included.
Reloading should only be undertaken using appropriate equipment, current published load data and recognised safe reloading practices. Inspect and measure cartridge cases before use.
What is Hornady 8784 unprimed brass?
Hornady 8784 is a 50-pack of empty, unprimed brass cartridge cases manufactured for .45-70 Government reloading. The cases are supplied without primers, powder or projectiles and are not complete ammunition.
How many brass cases are included in Hornady part number 8784?
Hornady part number 8784 contains 50 unprimed .45-70 Government brass cartridge cases per factory pack.
What are the benefits of Hornady .45-70 Government brass cases?
Hornady manufactures its cartridge cases with attention to consistent wall thickness, case weight, internal capacity and wall concentricity. Its manufacturing process also includes pressure calibration testing to support uniform case expansion.
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Brand: Hornady
Manufacturer: Hornady Manufacturing
Manufacturer Product Code: 8784
Product Name: Hornady .45-70 Government Unprimed Brass
Product Type: Unprimed Rifle Cartridge Cases
Reloading Component Category: Brass & Cases
Calibre: .45-70 Government
Alternative Calibre Designation: .45-70 Govt / .45-70 Gov't
Case Material: Brass
Case Configuration: Rimmed, Straight-Walled Rifle Cartridge Case
Primer Installation: Unprimed
Primer Included: No
Propellant Included: No
Projectile Included: No
Primary Application: Cartridge Case Component for .45-70 Government Reloading
Manufacturing Origin: United States
Case Wall Thickness: Manufactured for Uniformity
Case Wall Concentricity: Quality-Controlled for Consistency
Case Weight: Manufactured for Consistency
Internal Case Capacity: Manufactured for Consistency
Pressure Calibration Testing: Included in Hornady's Cartridge Case Manufacturing Quality Controls
Manufacturing Process: Smaller Production Lots with Dimensional Quality Checks
Pack Quantity: 50 Cases
Manufacturer Pack Description: .45-70 Government Brass – 50 Pack
Manufacturer Item Number: 8784
UPC: 090255487848
Primer Pocket Specification: Confirm Against Current Manufacturer Reloading Data
Product Condition: New, Unprimed Brass Cartridge Cases
What calibre are Hornady 8784 brass cases?
Hornady part number 8784 is manufactured for the .45-70 Government cartridge, also written as .45-70 Govt.
How many cases are included in the pack?
Each factory pack contains 50 brass cartridge cases.
Are Hornady .45-70 Government cases primed?
No. These are unprimed cartridge cases. Primers are not included.
Is Hornady 8784 factory-loaded ammunition?
No. This product consists of empty brass cases only. It does not contain primers, powder or projectiles.
What material are the cases made from?
The cases are manufactured from brass.
What is the Hornady manufacturer product code?
The manufacturer product code is 8784.
Are Hornady cartridge cases manufactured for consistent dimensions?
Yes. Hornady describes manufacturing controls covering wall thickness, wall concentricity, case weight and internal capacity.
What does case wall concentricity mean?
Case wall concentricity describes how evenly the case wall is positioned around the cartridge case's central axis. Hornady monitors this characteristic as part of its manufacturing process.
Are these cases suitable for reloading?
They are manufactured as reloading components for the .45-70 Government cartridge. Reloaders should inspect and measure cases and follow current published reloading guidance.
Can Hornady brass cases be reloaded more than once?
Brass cartridge cases may be suitable for repeated use when they remain within safe dimensional and physical limits. Case life depends on loading conditions, firearm characteristics, preparation and inspection. No fixed number of reloads is guaranteed.
Are primers, powder or projectiles included?
No. The pack contains only 50 empty, unprimed brass cartridge cases.
Is .45-70 Government the same as .45 Colt?
No. .45-70 Government and .45 Colt are different cartridges. These cases are specifically identified for .45-70 Government.
What should be checked before using new brass cases?
Reloaders should inspect each case for damage and verify dimensions against current, authoritative reloading references and equipment instructions.
Where can I find Hornady .45-70 Government brass in Townsville?
Outdoor Man Australia provides product information and stock enquiries through its Townsville store. Availability should be confirmed before visiting.
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