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pastor paul
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Post subject: case trimmer input Posted: Wed Dec 13, 2006 10:52 pm |
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Joined: Mon Nov 13, 2006 10:22 pm Posts: 131 Location: Brooklyn Park
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I have never owned a case trimmer and have a considerable amount of brass that needs trimming. Any pros and cons from your experiences about any of the makes and models available would be appreciated.
j in J - pp
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Pinnacle
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Post subject: Posted: Thu Dec 14, 2006 8:05 am |
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Joined: Fri Feb 24, 2006 4:41 pm Posts: 1807 Location: Western Burbs of MPLS
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I like my Lyman - it is fast and seems accurate enough. Easy to set up - get the power cutter attachement if you go this route. It will save your cranking hand..
Major problems can happen fast without proper trimming.
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DeanC
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Post subject: Posted: Thu Dec 14, 2006 9:28 am |
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Joined: Thu Mar 09, 2006 9:54 am Posts: 5270 Location: Minneapolis
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I've got a Lyman too. I've also used a Forrester. The problem with the Forrester is the pilots can be hard to find.
Some trimmers require you to buy special shell holders that can only be used with the trimmer. Others use a collet or chuck or universal holder, a clear advantage.
This is definitely an item to go see John at the Gunstop about.
The power trimmers are sweet. I've watched one used. But, I have assistants to turn the manual crank for me.
Much depends on how much you shoot.
Don't forget de-burring and chamfering tools too.
_________________ I am defending myself... in favor of that!
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Tiberius
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Post subject: Lyman Trimmer Posted: Thu Dec 14, 2006 10:27 am |
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Joined: Wed Nov 29, 2006 11:02 am Posts: 1 Location: Cyrus, MN
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One more vote for Lyman trimmer. I used to do lot of my reloading with a fellow who had one. At the time I was using an RCBS. Closest sporting goods store with components was/is 110 miles away. And it was not uncommon to not have the correct shellholder. The Lyman "collet" is nice, mine came with a bunch of pilots, and all the examples I have seen appear to be well constructed, plus they are about average price when compared to the other brands.
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Andrew Rothman
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Post subject: Posted: Thu Dec 14, 2006 12:15 pm |
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Joined: Sun Aug 07, 2005 10:24 am Posts: 6767 Location: Twin Cities
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cdl
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Post subject: Posted: Thu Dec 14, 2006 10:36 pm |
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Joined: Wed Jul 05, 2006 11:49 am Posts: 42
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I trimmed 1000 .223 on an RCBS case trimmer once and wouldn’t wish it on anybody. I guess I still use it to square up small lots, but life’s too short to use anything but a taper crimp die. <smile>
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pastor paul
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Post subject: Posted: Fri Dec 15, 2006 10:09 am |
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Joined: Mon Nov 13, 2006 10:22 pm Posts: 131 Location: Brooklyn Park
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Thanks for all the input. I am glad to be a part of this forum. I refer to it almost every day, although I am not one who contributes many messages. I and my wife will be attending the CCW class led by Paul and Bill at BGR tommorrow. Hopefully I shall be blessed to attend one of the monthly breakfasts. I believe we share a common interest for the common good.
j in J - pp
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