The Hornady ELD-X Bullet Seating Stem for .270 Cal (.277) (part no. 397135) is a replacement seating stem machined to fit Hornady Custom Grade Dies. It is built around ELD-X bullet’s exact ogive shape, so the stem contacts the bullet across a wide, even surface instead of a single point that can deform the tip or crush a polymer tip on impact. That precise fit is what lets handloaders seat ELD-X bullets to a consistent depth, shot after shot. Reloaders running .270 Cal (.277) through a Custom Grade Die use this exact stem as a replacement or spare part.

Key Specifications

• Machined for .270 Cal (.277) bullets, matching the exact ogive profile of Hornady’s ELD-X line in this caliber.
• Designed to fit Hornady Custom Grade Dies only; it is not compatible with other manufacturers’ seating dies.
• Contoured to the bullet’s ogive so seating pressure is spread evenly and doesn’t deform or mark the tip.
• Sold as a single replacement or spare seating stem, not bundled with a full die.
• Weighs approximately 0.5 oz shipped, light enough to keep several on the bench or in a range bag.

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber does this stem fit? This seating stem is machined for Hornady’s ELD-X bullets in .270 Cal (.277).

Will it work in another brand’s die? No, Hornady Custom Grade Dies only; it is not compatible with other manufacturers’ seating dies.

Is this stem specific to one bullet weight? It’s contoured to the ELD-X bullet profile in .270 Cal (.277); check Hornady’s stem chart if you load more than one weight in this line.

Buy the Hornady ELD-X Bullet Seating Stem .270 Cal (.277)

Keep your Custom Grade Die seating ELD-X bullets cleanly at .270 Cal (.277). Order from our reloading equipment lineup and our Lubbock, Texas team can help confirm you have the right stem for your bullet weight.