Forster Headspace Gage .22 Rimfire GO
Precision headspace gage for .22 rimfire chambers. GO gage ensures your rifle safely accepts standard ammunition. Essential gunsmithing tool for accurate chamber testing and safety verification.
Understanding Headspace and Chamber Safety
Headspace—the distance between the breech face and the cartridge base when the action closes—is critical to both safety and accuracy. Excessive headspace can cause unsupported brass to rupture, allowing dangerous gas blowback. Proper headspace verification is non-negotiable.
Why Forster Headspace Gages Matter
Forster manufactures these precision instruments with exacting standards to ensure reliable chamber testing. Every gage is crafted with the care your safety demands.
How to Use This GO Gage
GO Gage Function: If your rifle closes on this GO gage, your chamber will safely accept any ammunition manufactured to S.A.A.M.I. (Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute) industry standard specifications.
The Complete Testing Protocol
Professional gunsmiths typically use three gages:
- GO Gage: Confirms the chamber accepts standard ammunition
- NO GO Gage: Detects excessive headspace
- FIELD Gage: Identifies dangerously oversized chambers
Most properly chambered rifles close on the GO gage but not the NO GO gage, placing headspace safely within specification.
Quality You Can Trust
Whether you're a gunsmith, reloader, or serious shooter, Forster headspace gages provide the precision measurement you need to ensure your rifle operates safely and accurately.
