A method for manufacturing a catalyst carrier body includes producing a honeycomb body having at least partially structured layers forming channels through which a fluid can flow. The honeycomb body has an external extent formed at least partially by ends of the layers. At least one corrugated casing and a housing are also produced. The honeycomb body is inserted into the corrugated casing and the corrugated casing with the honeycomb body is inserted into the housing with the housing at least partially surrounding the honeycomb body. The housing is calibrated by reducing at least an internal contour of the housing and preferably also a profile of the corrugated casing. The honeycomb body is connected to the housing with the corrugated casing disposed between the honeycomb body and the housing. A catalyst carrier body produced by the method is also provided.