so I have a redding 2400 match precision trimmer. I have had issues with it several times with the casings binding on the pilots of 223, 308, 30-06 and now 357 mag. the problem is it is binding to the point where it is hard to turn and it is enough the break loose from the set screw and lose my length setting.
I am using mixed once fired brass and have had problems with lengths being inconsistent and being able to properly line the crimp groove up.
So I started with 357. federal cases trim fine. Every other brand is binding on pilot due to brass shaving buildup. I am trying to find a solution so I can process this brass.
I though maybe there was a burr in the case mouth from the crimps. I deburred the case mouths, same problem.
I just tried doing light case mouth flare prior to trimming. it helped, but only on about 50% of the casings. they slid over the pilot easily. but again began binding up after the first couple turns.
Should the pilot be a tight fit to keep shavings out. should be a looser fit to let shavings pass. is it an issue with sizing the body and some brass is thicker making the inside smaller on the pilot. how tight does the pilot need to be to properly square the case over the cutter?
the pilot measures .0354
I'm struggling here...
I am using mixed once fired brass and have had problems with lengths being inconsistent and being able to properly line the crimp groove up.
So I started with 357. federal cases trim fine. Every other brand is binding on pilot due to brass shaving buildup. I am trying to find a solution so I can process this brass.
I though maybe there was a burr in the case mouth from the crimps. I deburred the case mouths, same problem.
I just tried doing light case mouth flare prior to trimming. it helped, but only on about 50% of the casings. they slid over the pilot easily. but again began binding up after the first couple turns.
Should the pilot be a tight fit to keep shavings out. should be a looser fit to let shavings pass. is it an issue with sizing the body and some brass is thicker making the inside smaller on the pilot. how tight does the pilot need to be to properly square the case over the cutter?
the pilot measures .0354
I'm struggling here...
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