Suggestion for case trimmer

[mscampbell2734]

I'm planning on getting a trimmer for use on magnum pistol brass.

I've always had good luck with Hornady and was leaning towards this.

Hornady Cam-Lock Case Trimmer Kit

Anyone with strong feeling for or against?

 

[novalty]

I would recommend an L.E Wilson case trimmer. Can be purchased through MidWayUSA or Sinclair's, or on online auctions.

 

[Rule3]

You really do not even need one for handgun brass, Never trimmed one yet.

 

[Titegroups]

Few trim revolver brass.

 

[Hammerless-12]

I trim my revolver brass. My 44 mag cases I purchase new, and trim them all to the same over all length. I have not had to trim them since. I do use the Hornady, but its the hand operated version and I like it real well.

 

[tappedandtagged]

I trim my revolver brass. My 44 mag cases I purchase new, and trim them all to the same over all length. I have not had to trim them since. I do use the Hornady, but its the hand operated version and I like it real well.

I trim my 44 Mag brass so that they're all the same as well. Since, I haven't found a need to trim them at all. I just used the Lee Lock Collar and case gauge. It worked well and for the minimal amount of trimming, all I needed.

 

[358156hp]

If you plan on trimming a lot of brass over the years, the minimalist approach doesn't work well. I'd suggest a powered Lyman or RCBS trimmer. If it's more than you need right now, you'll probably grow into it. I tried el cheapo trimmers. There's a reason they're cheap.

 

[tlen]

IMHO trimming straight walled pistol brass is a waste of time. They don't stretch.

 

[novalty]

Agree with not trimming straight wall cases. I have never trimmed a 45 acp, 9mm, or 38 special case. Only have my trimmer for rifle brass.

 

[358156hp]

I just loaded a bunch of 357 cases for silhouette. Since I wanted everything uniform. I measured my cases. Yup, they were all a wee bit long. I'm hoping it won't make a big difference, so I don't have to do it again.

 

[KLYDE]

If you plan on trimming a lot of brass over the years, the minimalist approach doesn't work well. I'd suggest a powered Lyman or RCBS trimmer. If it's more than you need right now, you'll probably grow into it. I tried el cheapo trimmers. There's a reason they're cheap.

I've owned a couple inexpensive, brand name, hand powered trimmers over the years. About 10 years ago I purchased the RCBS power trimmer. Pricey, but as with any quality product worth the extra money. I always size and initial trim my pistol brass to insure a uniform length and uniform crimp. After the initial trim I find trimming is not necessary on the pistol brass. The AR is a different story. The power trimmer makes trimming 100 cases about a 30 minute job. Mike

 

[Smith357]

I have been using the Wilson for many years, I was turned on to it up at the Super Shoot held at Kelby's range. Many of the BR guys were using the Wilson case trimmer. I figured if it's good enough for them it's good enough for me.

Wilson Case Length Trimmer - Sinclair Intl

 

[smithnframe]

I use a Lyman and an ancient Forster model.

 

[Frank46]

I've used the wilson case trimmer for rifle ammunition, then tried an old forester but found it wasn't as accurate as the wilson. Then the lee lock and case length gizmo. That one is almost impossible to mess up. However some pistol brass I have used did show uneven lengths. Just took a few thousandths off the case length guage and just trim them to one length. Never found the need after that to trim them any more after that. Frank

 

[pistola]

HORNADY

I have a Hornady Cam-Lock case trimmer and I love it.Very easy to use,fast,and does an outstanding job.