Widder, SASS #59054 Posted November 8, 2024 Posted November 8, 2024 I have 2 of the RCBS case trimmers. One of them is the 'Pro' model. But I have problems with both of them. Once I set my 'stop collars', the first few cases turn out o.k........... but then, it starts trimming the cases shorter. Seems my 'stopping collars' start slipping under pressure as I'm pushing the 'shaft' to trim the brass. Anyhow...... what would be a REAL GOOD case trimmer for me to buy that is consistent in its cutting (trimming) process. Thanks! ..........Widder Quote
Pulp, SASS#28319 Posted November 8, 2024 Posted November 8, 2024 I use the Lee trimmers. Always had good luck with them. 2 2 Quote
Stump Water Posted November 8, 2024 Posted November 8, 2024 Never had that problem with my RCBS trimmer. 1 1 Quote
Boggus Deal #64218 Posted November 8, 2024 Posted November 8, 2024 https://hendersonprecision.com/product/gen-3-case-trimmer/ 1 1 Quote
Eyesa Horg Posted November 8, 2024 Posted November 8, 2024 27 minutes ago, Yul Lose said: Forster makes a good one. This what I have used without issue. 1 Quote
Alpo Posted November 8, 2024 Posted November 8, 2024 44 minutes ago, Widder, SASS #59054 said: Seems my 'stopping collars' start slipping under pressure as I'm pushing the 'shaft' to trim the brass That is exactly why I use the Lee trimmers. 1 2 Quote
Cypress Sun Posted November 8, 2024 Posted November 8, 2024 (edited) 58 minutes ago, Yul Lose said: Forster makes a good one. 30 minutes ago, Eyesa Horg said: This what I have used without issue. I have a Forster that I've never used. I'd sell it for $50.00 + shipping if someone wants it. Everything that you see in the pictures would be included, except the mounting board. I got this in a group of reloading stuff that I traded for. Widder would have 1st dibs. Edited November 8, 2024 by Cypress Sun 1 Quote
Widder, SASS #59054 Posted November 8, 2024 Author Posted November 8, 2024 SOLD ! CS: PM me your address and how much shipping might be and I'll send ya a check, pronto. Thanks. ..........Widder 1 Quote
Pat Riot Posted November 8, 2024 Posted November 8, 2024 Glad you’re getting a good trimmer @Widder, SASS #59054 I was in the market for a decent trimmer a couple of years ago. I was using Lee trimmers. I was walking through Menards and found a Black & Decker 12 volt drill driver on sale for $12. I use that with the Lee trimmers and I am happy with it. I was doing it by hand before. Got real tedious real fast. 3 Quote
Shawnee Hills Posted November 8, 2024 Posted November 8, 2024 https://www.giraudtool.com/giraud-power-trimmer.html#/ The Cadillac of trimmers. Very quick and accurate but, yes, not cheap. Trimming brass on one of these is like sharpening a pencil. 1 Quote
Cold Lake Kid, SASS # 51474 Posted November 8, 2024 Posted November 8, 2024 I had the RCBS unit but I found ita bit of a pain for me to use as I had to be in the loading/gun room/ammo lock up with it mounted to the work bench. In the winter, I usually trim and de-burr the previous summer's brass sitting in the Lazy Boy, watching TV and using the simple LEE case trimmers. I just have a box in my lap to catch any brass trimmings. 1 1 Quote
Eyesa Horg Posted November 8, 2024 Posted November 8, 2024 11 hours ago, Widder, SASS #59054 said: SOLD ! CS: PM me your address and how much shipping might be and I'll send ya a check, pronto. Thanks. ..........Widder Be sure to order up the pilot's and collets while you're waiting for the trimmer. 2 1 Quote
Pat Riot Posted November 8, 2024 Posted November 8, 2024 Something I forgot to mention with that drill setup. See the piece of leather on top of the drill? That’s for tightening the collet under light power so I don’t get bit with the sharp corners on the shell holder. 1 Quote
Sedalia Dave Posted November 8, 2024 Posted November 8, 2024 If they make it in your caliber these are really nice. Trims and chamfers all in one operation Lee Precision 90670, Deluxe Power Quick Trim Case Trimmer Lee makes two versions one is hand turned and the other can be used with a power driver. Quote
Sedalia Dave Posted November 8, 2024 Posted November 8, 2024 For rifle brass there are supposed to be really good. I have two of them that I got at an estate sale but have yet to try them. Quote
Colorado Coffinmaker Posted November 8, 2024 Posted November 8, 2024 Hey Widder Probably too late. Mine is a LYMANN. I added the Carbide Cutter as the optional shaft for power operation. Chuck up a Cordless Drill Motor and go. I've made about 6,000 copies of the Cowboy 45 Special with no problem with the "depth" settings. Also has an accessory shell holder available for use with a Lathe should you desire. Just for funzies, how hard are you shoving on that RCBS case trimmer?? Quote
bgavin Posted November 8, 2024 Posted November 8, 2024 Q: does the stop collar use a simple set screw, or does it clamp like the collars for dies? Set screws are notorious for slipping, and also for scoring the mating surface and creating divots in it. 1 Quote
Happy Jack, SASS #20451 Posted November 8, 2024 Posted November 8, 2024 I have used all of them in the past, for a HAND trimmer the Wilsons are the best. For a power I have had Little crows, a Giraud, but now I have the BEST, a Henderson. Wonderful product. Trims to length (within .001) and tapers outside and inside of the case all at the same time. 1 Quote
Pulp, SASS#28319 Posted November 8, 2024 Posted November 8, 2024 BTW, I have two Lee trimmers for .45-70. On one of them I filed about .1 inch off the point to use for the Hornady FTX bullets, since they require shorter brass. 1 1 Quote
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