Forster 6.5 PRC Go Headspace Gage
Precision headspace gage for 6.5 PRC rifles. Forster's GO gage ensures your chamber accepts standard ammunition safely and accurately. Essential gunsmithing tool for chamber verification.
Understanding Headspace
Headspace is the critical distance between your rifle's breech face and the base of the cartridge when the action is closed. Proper headspace is essential for both safety and accuracy—excessive headspace can lead to dangerous brass rupture and catastrophic gas blowback.
Why Headspace Matters
Every serious gunsmith knows that proper headspace testing is the most reliable way to verify a rifle chamber's dimensions. This isn't theoretical—it's about protecting yourself and ensuring your rifle performs as intended.
How the Forster GO Gage Works
If your rifle closes on the GO gage: Your chamber will safely accept any ammunition manufactured to SAAMI (industry standard) specifications. This is the baseline for safe operation.
If your rifle closes on the NOGO gage: Your chamber may have excessive headspace and requires professional evaluation.
If your rifle closes on the FIELD gage: Your chamber is dangerously close to or exceeds SAAMI maximum specifications and poses a safety risk.
Built to Exacting Standards
Forster Headspace Gages are manufactured with painstaking care and precision to ensure accurate, reliable testing. When your safety is on the line, precision matters.
The Professional Standard
Most gunsmiths chamber rifles with headspace between GO and NOGO dimensions for optimal performance and safety. This gage is an essential tool for verifying proper chamber dimensions.
