Al, I put quotes around "better." Still do. I say better because if you don't have to run the case quite as far into the die, that's "better.""Better" in what way?
Thicker isn't automatically better.
I say better because if you don't have to run the case quite as far into the die, that's "better."
I have no idea where you got the idea I use a think coat.
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Well the die didn't change..... so if you "don't run it in as far" and yet "it sizes more," then please explain why?
al
This linkage compression/ frame stretch (?) that produces this gap is a function of the force required to insert an unsized case into a FL die....and varies with the force required
. . . . If your setup has light contact between the shell holder and the die, "headspace" runout is reduced.
If they do not touch, less case friction in the die lessens the gap. The case goes slightly farther into the die. I can feel a difference in effort required to size cases with the lightest and heaviest lube coatings.
Another little experiment that you might try... Size some of the same lot of cases so that there is no pause at the top of the stroke, and for the rest pause there for a ten count. Calculate the mean relative "headspace" for each group, and compare. Let us know what you find. The difference will be more obvious with more work hardened brass. Boyd
2. Getting the lube off the case before firing is important. With lube, bolt thrust can vary. And when I shoot a set of cases that have a bit of lube on them, the fired cases always feel different.
Couldn't agree more, IMO this is HUGE......
-Leaving caselube on the brass causes the gun to react differently every shot, not good for accuracy.
-Leaving caselube on the cases causes the BRASS to react differently, not only killing accuracy but also ruining the consistency of the brass.
-Leaving caselube on the brass results in you leaving caselube in the chamber.... round-after-round-after-round. The resultant buildup causes the gun to react differently over time, NOT good for accuracy nor for consistency of brass.
But then I also think putting caselube on your brass for fireforming is retarted (sic)![]()
so whadda' I know? I'm just a silly backyard experimenter.
al
I stuck a case in the die with One Shot, threw it away. I like Imperial, but my new favorite is Hornady Unique. Large tub for a few bucks, cleans up easily.
RCBS CASE LUBE-2. Does a great job. Lasts a long time.