To keep the dust down try using a dryier sheet,used or new.They catch a LOT of the dust and other stuff in the tubbler.Take one and cut it into 4 pieces.pan.
To keep the dust down try using a dryier sheet,used or new.They catch a LOT of the dust and other stuff in the tubbler.Take one and cut it into 4 pieces.pan.
Last edited by Tom W.; 02-22-2011 at 02:59 AM.
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Inspecting your brass is easier and in my own little mind I think it is easier on my dies.
Plus it really really purdy when it is all shiney.
Ken.
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Tumbled brass is pretty, no doubt. But the other reasons I tumble brass is I find it easier to see cracks on a clean piece, and they seem to slide through the sizing die a bit easier. I also believe it's a reflection on the quality of my work, and I take pride in most of the things I do.
Of course, non-tumbled ammo is just as functional and if I didn't have access to a tumbler I wouldn't lose any sleep over it.
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There is a used brass supplier online called first class bullets and brass, He preps the brass and cleans them before shipping, They look brand new inside and out! mirror finish. I wrote him to ask how he proccesses his brass, but got no reply. Has anyone know what this company does to their brass? I would sure like to know, Thanks john
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They probably have ceramic media in their tumblers.
I have yet to use it but everyone that has and talks about it gives it the big thumbs up as it cleans inside outside and primer pockets.
Ken
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Walnut to clean and corncob to polish. that is all.
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brasso has ammonia in it, bad for brass under pressure.
if you want to use somethig else you can use vinegar and some salt to make a weak acetic acid but you then have to rinse with a baking soda solution to neutralize.
if you want brass thats shinier than new, the stainless pins will do that for you.
i still use citric acid to clean the gunk out.
it's safe and good for the brass.
walnut to dry and get the sizing lube off, if i want bling i go with some nu-finish in the media.
dryer sheets do pick up the dust quite well.
but you need to keep the pieces large.
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