Wilson Trimmer Case Holders

[JFrank]

Been there

 

[divingin]

Yes I know. I've read that. But if you have the 308 holder for FIRED (neck sized only) cases - like I do - I don't see why this can't be used for New/FL sized cases - as I just did. I'm trying to understand what the drawback of using Fired holder with FL-sized brass.

Has to do with how far into the holder the case fits. The fired case holder is reamed out slightly larger to allow enough neck to protrude when dealing with slightly enlarged cases.

If you try and use a "new case" holder with fired brass, there is a possibility that the case mouth will end up inside the holder when firmly seated, making trimming impossible.

Edit to add: If you can get to the case mouth, you're good to go. The fired case holder is only needed if you can't.

 

[klamathsteel]

They're 11 bucks for cryin out loud. Why not just get the one that Wilson recommends ?? Done deal.

 

[SGK]

They're 11 bucks for cryin out loud. Why not just get the one that Wilson recommends ?? Done deal.

Read posts 12 and 14. The one for New/FL Resized brass doesn't work with brass FL resized with a Redding die.

I'm happy to sell you the "done deal".

 

[moondog]

I've run into this on several calibers. Easy answer is to send a fired case to them with your case holder. They will open it up for a nominal charge. Plus, they turn them fast.

 

[H31N1]

would someone who owns a 308 Win fired case holder and a New Case Holder measure the inside diameter of the Groove side for me? Thanks in advance

 

[DShortt]

Heck, I guess I've been livin' right. I bought a used Wilson trimmer and a used CH trimmer both with holders years ago and never even knew there were different holders.

Guess now that I'm no longer blissfully ignorant now I'll have a problem?

I'm thinking NO.