Lhigginsqrb
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I’ve reloaded several types of hull and I’m noticing some cycle smoother than others. The batch I made back in 2012 I didn’t even clean. They fired fine after almost a decade of sitting around but I did note excessive smoke. There are a number of potential causes. Moisture getting in or the leftover residue from the original shot.
Anyway I have two questions. What is your go to cleaning method? I’m looking at using my brass tumbler but if it will save on media I may prewash or skip the tumbler.
Also what steps do you take to condition the hulls? I want to ensure a good tight crimp which I may treat with wax. I also want smooth cycling so I’m considering wax or light oil on the entire outside hull. I’ve seen skiving tools on the market and I’m not sure if I need to do that. My uncle had made a tool out of wood to return the crimp Area to a rounded out pre-crimp shape. I’m open to options here to try.
Anyway I have two questions. What is your go to cleaning method? I’m looking at using my brass tumbler but if it will save on media I may prewash or skip the tumbler.
Also what steps do you take to condition the hulls? I want to ensure a good tight crimp which I may treat with wax. I also want smooth cycling so I’m considering wax or light oil on the entire outside hull. I’ve seen skiving tools on the market and I’m not sure if I need to do that. My uncle had made a tool out of wood to return the crimp Area to a rounded out pre-crimp shape. I’m open to options here to try.
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