Need to remove case lube?

#1 · May 14, 2012, 5:33 am

Howdy,
I recently got my 650 and have begun to streamline my reloading process for bulk ammo. I currently use Dillon Case Lube and have started to shoot my finished ammo without removing the lube. The cases feel slightly sticky, but have not lead to any noticeable mal effects in the 500 or so rounds I have fired thus far. Is this considered an acceptable practice?

#2 · May 14, 2012, 4:30 pm

It is strongly recommended that the lube is removed, especially on bottleneck cartridges. The case needs to momentarily adhere to the chamber walls, otherwise rearward pressure onto the bolt face becomes excessive.This will prematurely wear out the bolt, as it acts as if the rounds are overpressure.

We recommend putting the loaded ammo into a vibratory case cleaner using plain corncob for about 10 minutes or so to remove the lube.

#3 · May 14, 2012, 4:54 pm

thanks for the reply! You mentioned that it less important for straight walled cartridges, why is that?

#4 · May 14, 2012, 5:35 pm

thanks for the reply! You mentioned that it less important for straight walled cartridges, why is that?

#5 · May 15, 2012, 3:42 pm

Simply becasue the pressures involved are much lower in comparison