Question about Neck Turning

[dgeesaman]

One thing I've just noticed: After neck sizing with a Redding die (not the bushing version), my Sinclair turning mandrel can be inserted into the necks. The fit is snug, but not overly tight. I can turn cases on the mandrel without excessive effort. I'm thinking that I may not actually need the expander mandrel step.

That’s really all that it comes down to. Lubricate, go slowly, and for a hunting cartridge id aim for 80-90% cleanup.

Feel free to test turned vs unturned brass. May show a difference, may not.

 

[Bc'z]

I made one phone call to Pat at PMA tools he hooked me up with everything I needed and had it to my door in just a couple days.

How much for the set up.

 

[Carl Edwards]

K & M makes mandrels that are sized correctly for expanding necks for turning.

K&M turning equipment can't be beat.

 

[DocDoc]

Both turning and expanding mandrel fit the same holder for Sinclair.