annealing machines/devices...which one?

[lpreddick]

On a budget and looking at annealing machines. Looked at Giraud, Ken light, bench source, annealeze and a low cost manual device from enterprise services,llc. Any of these to avoid? I shoot for fun, but am very ocd and demand ultimate accuracy. Thanks.

 

[Terry]

On a budget and looking at annealing machines. Looked at Giraud, Ken light, bench source, annealeze and a low cost manual device from enterprise services,llc. Any of these to avoid? I shoot for fun, but am very ocd and demand ultimate accuracy. Thanks.

I have used the Ken Light machine for several years, it works great.
If I were to buy any other it would be Bench Source.

 

[22DASHER]

Best one for the money is Annealeez! Very nice..

But from other members the BenchSource is the best, just too expensive, I just wouldn't fork over that much money.

 

[John Novosel]

I have been using the Annealez for about 4 months and I have no complaints.

 

[jimcasey01]

For what it is worth, I used a deep socket and $10 cordless screwdriver, along with a $3 audible timer from Ebay for years. Resting my hand on a coffee can with a folded towel, it worked fine. Doing it this way, you do need to pay constant attention to the position of the brass in the flame, and listen for the "ding, ding" from the timer, marking the time to remove the brass from the flame. I built an auto annealer about a year ago. I am not certain that it does any better, but it is easier on my hands, and is quicker. Getting older is not all that it is cracked up to be, "the rusty years", not the "golden years". As to brass longevity and accuracy on paper, I can tell no difference. Much of my brass, .223 and PPC, is well past the 12X mark and still going strong. If money is a concern, I would not hesitate to go this route. DO GET TEMPILAQ and use it on 2-4 cases when you get started with each batch. If not for arthritis, I would still be doing it by hand.

 

[Phil]

Bench Source

 

[lpreddick]

Best one for the money is Annealeez! Very nice..

But from other members the BenchSource is the best, just too expensive, I just wouldn't fork over that much money.

Will the annealed do 6BR/22BR size cases?

 

[Geronimo Jim]

Everyone gets advice. Only the wise profit from it.
Think about selling something you're not using and
buy a Benchsource. I promise you will not regret
it.

 

[Dave Brown]

Bench Source

 

[TerryPohl]

I have had a Giraud for several years and cant knock it, added a 5 gallon tank for consistent temperature works great.
Terry Pohl

 

[hdbiker1]

Just show a post somewhere that shows an induction annealer that looks good, but the cost seems prohibitive to me. Ampannealing.com. See what you think.

 

[Phil]

Just show a post somewhere that shows an induction annealer that looks good, but the cost seems prohibitive to me. Ampannealing.com. See what you think.

OOOooooooo AAAHHhhhhhhhh...................Something else for my wish list.........

 

[22DASHER]

Will the annealed do 6BR/22BR size cases?

Yes!

 

[swamp]

Bench Source. very good machine. very good customer service if you need it...

 

[aloreman]

Bench Source. very good machine. very good customer service if you need it...

Waiting for the postman to bring my annealeaze

 

[whatwind?]

Just show a post somewhere that shows an induction annealer that looks good, but the cost seems prohibitive to me. Ampannealing.com. See what you think.

Only $995

 

[Phil]

Only $995

Saving my lunch money............

 

[Dgd6mm]

How much does the Annealeez cost?

 

[snakepit]

How much does the Annealeez cost?

$275 which includes shipping.

 

[lawrence97]

I like my bench source. The giraud annealer is also nice.