K&M neck turning gear

[Pigdog]

Hey guys looking to get some K&M neck turning gear I only want to get the minimum I need. I see you can buy Kits or buy separate items.

I will be using a battery drill so don't need the handle that comes with the kit. I have a lee attachment already that can be used in a drill for case trimming can I just use this or do I need the K&M attachment for the drill that does the same thing?

Is carbide worth the money over the steel? I'm only going to be doing 100x6.5x47 cases which will last for a thousand reloads will the steel bit be sufficient for this?

Thanks in advance I already have enough useless reloading junk I don't need and just want to know what I really need

 

[ClassCat]

Carbide. Make the Investment once. And get the expanding mandrel if you need it.

 

[TIMO]

Hey guys looking to get some K&M neck turning gear I only want to get the minimum I need. I see you can buy Kits or buy separate items.

I will be using a battery drill so don't need the handle that comes with the kit. I have a lee attachment already that can be used in a drill for case trimming can I just use this or do I need the K&M attachment for the drill that does the same thing?

Is carbide worth the money over the steel? I'm only going to be doing 100x6.5x47 cases which will last for a thousand reloads will the steel bit be sufficient for this?

Thanks in advance I already have enough useless reloading junk I don't need and just want to know what I really need

Several years ago I bought the basic kit with the steel cutter and have been happy with it's performance and quality. You will also need the expand iron as well. I also have a Forster model for a different cartridge, it works equally as well. I never tried the Lee case holder as you describe, I have one but never tried it when turning necks.
Tim

 

[fredo]

If you have something that'll secure a case in your cordless drill, then get these:
1. Expand Iron (.264 cal, to size necks for index onto cutter pilot)
2. Neck turner
3. Ergo holder for turner (big + when using cordless drill)
4. Carbide cutting pilot (.264 cal)

Have fun!

 

[mikeinct]

"Tools begot Tools"...Don't forget the tubing micrometer..It never ends..After you turn those necks you really have to check your work...Mike in Ct

 

[T-shooter]

You need the cutter, expander, and case holder. The Lee doesn't hold as well. (the expander here is in a Lee press adapter) A pilot jack is nice to setting the depth of cut into the shoulder and a dial indicator is useful too. This tool will make very precise cuts once you get used to it. Just practice on some old brass first. You'll need to trim to length first because the tool indexes from the end of the case neck.

 

[Pigdog]

Ok thanks guys. With the expanding mandrel is this a must for new brass? I thought I read on here someone Turning new brass straight onto the neck turner and that it fit fine?

 

[Dusty Stevens]

You need the exact expander for the turning mandrel you get. Dont mix brands. Dont worry about the carbide- ive been using the same steel mandrel for over 20yrs on ppc cases and id bet its turned 100,000 between me and my friends. Get the k&m drill adapter and use an actual drill. A screwdriver is good for playing with a few cases not serious work. For turning 100 at a time you should invest in an actual case turning motor. Dont overlook the pma micrometer adjust turning tool- itll make your life easy. Call pat and get setup with what you need from him.

 

[Martin52]

Ok thanks guys. With the expanding mandrel is this a must for new brass? I thought I read on here someone Turning new brass straight onto the neck turner and that it fit fine?

Yes, because otherwise you will likely have inconsistencies in the necks of your new brass that may impact the finished/turned neck.

The expander is a small cost in the overall scheme of things, it is also a relatively easy and less time consuming step in the process.

My suggestion is buy the expander, use a lube such as Imperial Wax and don't look back.

Martin

 

[Willie]

The basics to do a good job!

 

[T-shooter]

Ok thanks guys. With the expanding mandrel is this a must for new brass? I thought I read on here someone Turning new brass straight onto the neck turner and that it fit fine?

You need the expander. It resizes the necks to the correct size to properly fit the mandrel. If you are turning brass that has already been fired, you'll need to resize it before expanding. The necks need to fit snug but not too tight. If they fit the mandrel loosely, you won't get a concentric surface and will be somewhat tapered over it's length.

 

[Pigdog]

Thanks guys This all covers all the info I needed

 

[Fotheringill]

OP-

Nope- You mentioned a battery drill. It will tun too fast. I suggest a power screwdriver as in picture above or Black and Decker or other decent brands.

 

[T-shooter]

Some battery drills have a variable speed trigger.

 

[Dusty Stevens]

Some battery drills have a variable speed trigger.

Every one i ever used would run 2rpm if you were steady on the trigger. Old school corded drills are the last ive seen without variable speed

 

[Fotheringill]

I have two Old School drills and was reluctant to get the power screwdriver fearing a lack of torque. I was wrong.