Ledd Slinger
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I was comparing a Whidden bushing finish to the Wilson. The Whidden is not nearly as smooth. It has been deliberately machined with a very light multi-ring textured finish.
I suppose the Whidden bushing finish would make more sense for smooth operation because 2 smooth surfaces can create a lot of friction and resistance. That being said, perhaps the Wilson was stripping my neck in areas due to a combination of fresh annealing and the neck finsh being too smooth.
Redding engraves numbers on their bushings and if seated up the bushing can tilt very slightly as it bottoms out when case neck pushes it up. CRT bushings were laser marked, I believe, and could be seated either way...I think Whidden acquired his business.I thought the number went up so you can see it from the top of the die![]()
as I have solid carbide bushings in 22, 243, 6,5, and 30 cal.
Where did you get your carbide bushings - I have been looking for some for a while now. Appreciate it if you can say.