Hashknife Cowboy Posted January 31, 2017 Share Posted January 31, 2017 I just came upon several pounds of stainless steel tumbling media for cleaning brass. Any tips from those who are using or have used that process? Thanks in advance..... Great pointers, thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yul Lose Posted January 31, 2017 Share Posted January 31, 2017 If your brass comes out dull instead of shiny you need to rinse your steel pins more often. Don't overdo it on the LemiShine or your shiny brass will dull faster, 1/4 teaspoon seems to be about right for me. Get one of those big magnets with the release handle from Harbor Freight makes things much easier. I use ceramic media myself so I don't use the magnet. You don't need to use a whole bunch of the pins either. I found that about 3/4 of a cup of them did a very nice job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Attica Jack #23953 Posted January 31, 2017 Share Posted January 31, 2017 Yep a big problem is that guys use too much Lemishine, I use 1/2 filled 38 special case. I think Lemishine changes the PH in the water to make to soap work better. I am going to try using Amor Allwash instead of Dawn, it is supposed to clean as good as Dawn but keeps the cases shiny longer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheatin' Chamberlin Posted January 31, 2017 Share Posted January 31, 2017 If your brass comes out dull instead of shiny you need to rinse your steel pins more often. Don't overdo it on the LemiShine or your shiny brass will dull faster, 1/4 teaspoon seems to be about right for me. Get one of those big magnets with the release handle from Harbor Freight makes things much easier. I use ceramic media myself so I don't use the magnet. You don't need to use a whole bunch of the pins either. I found that about 3/4 of a cup of them did a very nice job. Yul: What size ceramic media do you use and where do you purchase it? Also what are the benefits of ceramic vs stainless steel pins. I have been using the stainless steel pins and was just wandering about it. Thanks Cheatin' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackey Cole Posted January 31, 2017 Share Posted January 31, 2017 Get a magnet and a strainer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Boy Posted January 31, 2017 Share Posted January 31, 2017 When all else fails, read the Tips provided by the vendor ... http://www.stainlesstumblingmedia.com/tips/ Enough Said? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yul Lose Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 Yul: What size ceramic media do you use and where do you purchase it? Also what are the benefits of ceramic vs stainless steel pins. I have been using the stainless steel pins and was just wandering about it. Thanks Cheatin' The label isn't on the box anymore but they are little pyramid type ceramic blocks. I got them from an outfit out of Phoenix, Az. The size that I use will not get jammed in a .38WCF, .44-40, .45/.45 Schofield case. They will never wear out and you really don't need to use more than a handful to get the job done. I probably have enough to last a lifetime. PM me your address and I'll send you some to try. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lead Friend, SASS #53635 Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 Ditto on the Stainless Tumbling Media website instructions. Ditto on 1/4 tsp Lemishine only. Also, I only use one tablespoon of Dawn as any more takes way too much rinsing. I've had my wet system for about a year and a half and my first batch of brass is still as shiny as my last. I've read here on the wire that some fellers use monstrous amounts of Lemishine. Don't do it, no need to. Also, like Yul says, wash yer media. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunbutcher Posted February 8, 2017 Share Posted February 8, 2017 Do not over tumble. I let mine go all night one time and ended up with grey brass. 2-3 hours is more than enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lost Trail Posted February 8, 2017 Share Posted February 8, 2017 Ditto on not overdosing Lemishine. I use the FA wet tumbler with SS pins, about 1/8tsp Lemishine, just a couple drops of Dawn and hot water. Tumble for about 2-3 hours. Just did 400 .45 Colt a couple weeks ago, came out looking new. First time I used Lemishine I used about 1/2tsp and brass came out dull gray. Usually around 2 hours does the trick. If I'm cleaning .40-65 BP cases, then closer to 3 hours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheyenne Ranger, 48747L Posted February 8, 2017 Share Posted February 8, 2017 I started out with the STM package deal--no problems so decided to mess with the media found a guy on FB that sells stainless steel chips (looks somewhat like fingernail clippings) cut my time in half from the pins. Also use Armor-All Wash and Wax which leaves a coating on the brass. have some that were cleaned 2 years ago now and while they have darken a bit they still are shiny. Lemishine: 1/4 teaspoon here is the FB link: https://www.facebook.com/southernshinetumblers/ you have to send him a note or call him and he will get back with price and shipping. And as always....I do not have any connection with this guy other than being a happy customer. I further acknowledge the Secretary will disavow any knowledge of me should I be captured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshal Ruger Posted February 8, 2017 Share Posted February 8, 2017 2 Tablespoons of Maguiar's Gold Class Shampoo and Conditioner Car Wash leaves a waxy finish after tumbling and I personally think it helps brass going through the dies easier. 1/4 teaspoon Lemishine 1 Gallon cold water, that's it. I used to use Dawn dish soap but did not like how it tarnished the brass shortly after tumbling, since I have switched to the Maguiar's brass remains shiny longer. I highly recommend this with the Stainless Steel media. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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