Neck Turning Lube Which One?

[TCKev]

When you guys turn your necks what kind of lube do you use to keep things going smooth and cool? I'm turning necks for the first time with a K&M neck turner and I was looking for the best way to get started.

 

[rstreich]

Assembly lube from an auto parts store. The brand I have is reddish in color and kind'a sticky like honey. It's far better than the Imperial die was I was using before.

 

[chuckw2]

Try STP and Mobile 1 Synthetic oil in a 50/50 mixture. Very slick, you will need to tumble your cases after turning. I just turned 100- 6.5 x 284 cases with a K&M tool, Best tool around for the money....



Chuck

 

[Ackman]

Lee Lube, the stuff that comes in a white and red tube. Put some in a plastic Speer bullet box, add a little water, microwave for about 10 seconds, and stir. You want the consistency of pancake batter or thick buttermilk. Apply it with a q-tip to the turning mandrel every few cases. Works terrific. It's also water soluble and non-greasy, which means no greasy residue.

 

[Preacher]

I still rely on the old tried and true Imperial Sizing Die Wax now sold under the Redding logo, it's not near as messy as most of the other stuff available......
I believe your using the best tool for the job...

 

[Stonewall]

FP-10 works well.
Glwnn

 

[ronemus]

+1 for Imperial

 

[Forum Boss]

Stuff I like best is ProLix Xtra-T lube. It is a highly refined lube, comes with a micro-tip applicator. It has a bit of parafin in the formulation with makes it stay where you put it. I get mine at gunshows.

Link: http://www.prolixlubricant.com/products.htm

There are many other outstanding lubes however--use what works best for you.

 

[trgtsnpr]

1 more time for mobil 1 with STP 50/50

 

[dreever]

I'll second the Shooters Choice FP-10 cleans up a heck of a lot easier than the STP/Mobil 1 mix.