Johnny Dollar Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 I did a search on the wire but didn't see anything. Has anyone drilled out the primer pocket in brass shotgun shells to go from the large pistol type to a 209 type shotgun primer? I'm talking about the Magtech brass. I've seen a couple YouTube videos of folks talking about it, but I'd rather hear from you guys. It just seems the 209 primers would be much easier to put in the case then the large pistol. I could use my shotshell loader for that. If I'm wrong about that let me know.... but also then how do you put the primer in without buying the expensive shell holder and die set for brass shotgun shells? I should say "if" you could find the shell holder.... RCBS makes them but no one has them in stock. Thanks as always! -JD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texas Red Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Johnny, I've done it...using a 15/64ths drill bit and counter sink hole for primer edge to seat...It makes for better ignition but still working with MagTech hulls...I ended my search with Rocky Mtn Cartridge and ordered...from them....Much better quality..indefinite reloads but more expensive...IMHO Regards Texas Red Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Silverfinger, SASS#3444 Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 ........oooooooooooo!!!! - now you've both given me a big idea!!!! I have some old Magtechs lying around, and some older #57 primers. If 15/64ths drill is needed for #209's, what size drill will I need for the #57's?????? After I'd be done with the '57's, I could then drill 'em out for the #209's! 'Would appreciate advice.....thanks in advance. Doc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackey Cole Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 I used a wooden dowel set the shell on the primer on a flat smooth surface and inserted the dowel in the shell tap the dowel until the LP primer was fully seated before I got a lee hand loading setup or the shell holder for my rcbs cowboy 12ga brass shell die set. All are simple to use. Plus LP primers are cheaper than SG primers the last I checked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colorado Coffinmaker Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 I simply dump some primers on the table of my drill press, set the Magtec on a primer, put a brass dowell in the case and crank the quill of my drill press down. Takes longer to describe than to do :-) Coffinmaker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lefty Dude, SASS # 51223 Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 I have several options for seating LPP's in my all brass Shells. Use my RCBS shell holder, or use my MEC 600 Jr. with the brass shell loading adaptor, or use a plastic mallet and a wooden dowel rod with the LPP on a flat surface. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackey Cole Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 Left you have item I've not heard of the MEC brass shell adapter? Can you learned me bout it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheatin Charlie Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 Here is a shell holder that is in stock this is what I use. http://www.buffaloarms.com/Detail.aspx?PROD=157409&CAT=4062 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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