Power Case Trimmer

[fordson]

Anyone use a power trimmer for rifle cases, such as the RCBS Trim Pro units? Or do you just chuck up you B&D drill? I've got lots of rifle brass to trim and am considering some type of power unit to attach to my RCBS manual trimmer to ease the work on my old shoulders. Any experiences recommendations or comments appreciated - thanks
Fordson out

 

[Cdog]

I've been using the RCBS powered unit for several years.

Yes they're expensive, but if you're doing high volume they're a bargain. Add the three way cutters and it's even better.

 

[rwsmith]

I chucked a Lee tool......

I chucked a Lee tool into my 1/2" drill press that cost about $10 for the tool and $5 for the 30-06 shellplate and spacer and trim like gangbusters. Any new caliber all I need to do is buy a new $5 spacer

 

[oldman10mm]

I use(since the 70s') a lyman and it wasn't long in use when I converted it over to power.

I've redone/rebuilt my reloading area very recently.

 

[Rule3]

I have the manual RCBS trimmer and bought an adapter for my drill. The RCBS adaptor works but is not fixed into the trimmer it comes in and out and pivots.. The one I bought was from a guy that makes them it is a fixed adapter. I suppose you could just use a long screw and check it in the drill . I made a shelf to keep the drill level,

 

[SMSgt]

My trimmer is elbow powered and likely to stay that way.

 

[old&slow]

I have a L.E. Wilson hand crank trimmer that works well.. But is slow,, and boring ,, and time consuming,,
and takes forever to do a hundred brass.

But the Little Crow WFT is fast and accurate. I chuck it up in my drill press and go thru 100's of brass in a very short period of time.. I did probably 500 .223's one day ,, ran out of brass,, before I ran out of steam.. I can't imagine using anything else.

https://littlecrowgunworks.com/product/worlds-finest-trimmer-wft/

https://littlecrowgunworks.com/using-the-worlds-finest-trimmer/

 

[fordson]

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But the Little Crow WFT is fast and accurate. I chuck it up in my drill press and go thru 100's of brass in a very short period of time.. I did probably 500 .223's one day ,, ran out of brass,, before I ran out of steam.. I can't imagine using anything else.

https://littlecrowgunworks.com/product/worlds-finest-trimmer-wft/

https://littlecrowgunworks.com/using-the-worlds-finest-trimmer/

Thanks for the links. Looks like a great tool but do you need a separate unit for each caliber?

 

[Ivan the Butcher]

I have 3 trimmers currently with power adapters for all of them.

If you are trimming to length so your crimps will be uniform a Lee trimmer set up like posted above is all you really need. If you are out to get the peak of accuracy performance out of your brass, Number One on the list is L.E. Wilson trimmer (the accessories by Sinclair International help with wear and tear on you). Number Two is the Forester, this unit has neck reaming and neck turning attachments that do wonders for accuracy. Both of the trimmers have adapters to fit a drill or better yet, an electric screw driver (you need to keep the RPM's low so you don't mess up your brass.)

Ivan

 

[Doubless]

Giraud... google is your friend.

 

[smokindog]

Pricey, but I really like my Hornady Case Prep Center

Lock-N-Load Case Prep Center 110 Volt by HORNADY RELOADING TOOLS

Videos are live for Hornady Lock-N-Load Case Prep Center! | Ultimate Reloader

http://smith-wessonforum.com/reloading/368687-brass-trimming-solution.html?highlight=case+prep

http://smith-wessonforum.com/reloading/361766-shopping-case-trimmer.html?highlight=case+prep

 

[moxie]

I have and love the inexpensive Possum Hollow trimmer.

[ame]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n4_QaEusPFg[/ame]

https://www.possumhollowproducts.com/KWICK_CASE_TRIMMERS.html

http://www.sjsinclair.com/products.html

Also very good, but a bit more expensive is the WFT.

 

[Bat Guano]

Dillon here. No experience with the other powered units, but I've trimmed a lot of rifle brass with it. Zero issues, and blade replacement is infrequent.

 

[Skeet 028]

I have 3..the one I use for 223 is a Girard...ridiculously expensive..and easy to use. Probably the best powered trimmer. Also have a Dillon. Bought a Rockchucker at an auction with the Dillon mounted on it. Only paid 50 bucks and it had a 308 die in it. Works great. The last is a RCBS powered trimmer and while not fast like the other 2 it does a good job.

 

[Engineer1911]

I use(since the 70s') a lyman and it wasn't long in use when I converted it over to power.



I've redone/rebuilt my reloading area very recently.

This the exact setup I have used to trim THOUSANDS of pieces of brass. I will have to buy my THIRD drill this year because I wear out the gears. The drill body has gotten hot enough that it is uncomfortable to hold onto. The Lyman trimmer will hold ± 0.002" on case length if you use a consistent technique. Lyman sells replacement bushings the go in the trimmer body and hold the cutter shaft.

An excellent, accurate, and cheap set-up!!

 

[fordson]

Thanks all. A wide range of options to look into .

 

[old&slow]

Thanks for the links. Looks like a great tool but do you need a separate unit for each caliber?

Yes & No.. I purchased my Little Crow trimmers a while ago. I have two,, one for .223 and one for 6.5 creedmoor. Kind of pricey at $70 a pop IMO ,, but after using it, I was sold and didn't regret the purchase.

Since that time they came out with a model that has changeable 'collars' for different calibers.

( if you watched the 2nd video in the 2nd link it also shows a Hornady trimmer )

 

[lhump1961]

RCBS powered trimmer...wouldn't be without one. Fast and consistent. Lyman electronic powder measure is a winner as well.

 

[SmokelessPowder]

Giraud... google is your friend.

I agree, I love mine

 

[cuda2045]

Dillon 1200.
It full length size and trim in one operation.
I size over 4,000 of Lake city brass, no problems.