primers not in line with case
Quote from Reloader on November 25, 2008, 1:37 pmI have found it's easier to Size/Deprime and trim the brass first using a seperate tool head. Next after tumbling and then preping brass using the RCBS Trim Mate, I swage if needed. After removing the size/trim tool head, I place all prep brass in the casefeeder and prime each case. I remove the primer seater and add the tool head for charging, seating and crimpimg each case.
I feel this process allows me to focus on the critical step of priming. If there is a primer that is not seated correctly, I can deal with the interuption of progression without concerned for the powder charge.
That being said, I do not feel I enjoy the full benifit of the progressive press when using these steps. I have found that brass normally P/U at the range can be challenging to reload based on the manufacture and primer pocket centering.
Just my two cents.
I have found it's easier to Size/Deprime and trim the brass first using a seperate tool head. Next after tumbling and then preping brass using the RCBS Trim Mate, I swage if needed. After removing the size/trim tool head, I place all prep brass in the casefeeder and prime each case. I remove the primer seater and add the tool head for charging, seating and crimpimg each case.
I feel this process allows me to focus on the critical step of priming. If there is a primer that is not seated correctly, I can deal with the interuption of progression without concerned for the powder charge.
That being said, I do not feel I enjoy the full benifit of the progressive press when using these steps. I have found that brass normally P/U at the range can be challenging to reload based on the manufacture and primer pocket centering.
Just my two cents.
Quote from Reloader on November 29, 2008, 12:50 amI had the same problem with "Remmington" primers on my 650XL and adjusting the shell plate didn't seem to help. I switched to CC! and Winchester primers and had no more problems??? Hope this may help. Douglas
I had the same problem with "Remmington" primers on my 650XL and adjusting the shell plate didn't seem to help. I switched to CC! and Winchester primers and had no more problems??? Hope this may help. Douglas