Case lube

i ran out of lee lube, so used some CRC.... about 6 cases later, i bought a New FLS............. dang it.


i dont recommend, but it works you just have to put a bit on and expect a stickage lol.


i got some Rem oil stuff... see how that lube goes
 
Ganderite said:
If you are sizing a few cases, the case lube technique does not matter very much. If you have a bucket or two of brass to size, there is a fast efficient way to lube the cases. I lube 100 or so cases (rifle) at a time. Takes about 30 seconds.

I use Lee case lube. It is a water soluble cream that is easy to clean off.

Dump brass in a plastic pail that has a lid.

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Then take a 1" worm of lube and smear it around the top inside wall of the pail.

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Put lid on and swirl and shake for 15 seconds. This will lube all the cases and deposit a tiny dab on the case mouth, to lube the expander button.

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Had to process 100 brass cases and decided to give this a go. Chucked about 100 cases with a generous amount of lube around the rim of a margarine container. Cut my time easily in half.

Just wanted to say thanks for the tip!
 
Lastgun said:
I use RCBS water base case lube...A little goes a long way, does a great job of lubricating and easily wipes clean after sizing.
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Same - I have used RCBS Case Lube-2 for years - because it is water soluble and wipes off with a damp rag while spinning case in drill for Lee Precision case length trim. I do not know if it is still made or sold - but have at least one full bottle left (2 fl. oz.) which will see me for my needs.

As I mentioned recently to a "new" reloader that I am trying to help get started - every home hand loader has to ONCE get chintzy or creative about case lube - run a case into a full length die, and then have the press rip the rim off - now get that thing out without wrecking the die. If you own drill, taps, washers, etc. is not difficult but takes time - do that once, and you will not want to do again - one of those experiences that will stick with you for decades, usually ...
 
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Potashminer said:
Same - I have used RCBS Case Lube-2 for years - because it is water soluble and wipes off with a damp rag while spinning case in drill for Lee Precision case length trim. I do not know if it is still made or sold - but have at least one full bottle left (2 fl. oz.) which will see me for my needs.

As I mentioned recently to a "new" reloader that I am trying to help get started - every home hand loader has to ONCE get chintzy or creative about case lube - run a case into a full length die, and then have the press rip the rim off - now get that thing out without wrecking the die. If you own drill, taps, washers, etc. is not difficult but takes time - do that once, and you will not want to do again - one of those experiences that will stick with you for decades, usually ...
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ha, aint that the truth Nels
 
Lee, as it comes out of the tube. I use Ganderite's method sometimes, especially for 9mm. Rifle cases, I often just lube them with my fingers. I have loaded thousands of rifle rounds over the years and have used Lee since I discovered it. I started off with a messy RCBS pad and that gooey lube. Not no mo'.
 
Unique case lube disolved in some 99% rubbing alcohol and put in an old bug spray pump bottle.

A couple of shots into a ziploc bag, throw in the brass and tumble about to coat.

Pour out into a tray to let the alcohol evaporate (very important step)
 
I use 99% alcohol and Lanolin in a spray bottle. I put my cases in a plastic container and lightly spray them then shake them around. Then I let them sit a few minutes so the alcohol can evaporate. It works great.
 
OldDude said:
Where do you get the lanolin?
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Health or Beauty stores. I get mine at the local country store that sells bulk items and other cosmetic supplies.

I use the Lanolin and Alcohol mix and have no issue sizing 30/30 cases into 30 Herrett. Which pushes the shoulder back 1/4" or more.

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If I’m sizing one at a time I use Hornady Unique.
It costs far less than Imperial sizing wax and I haven’t had a case that couldn’t be sized easily with it.

For bulk case prep on a progressive press I use home made liquid lanolin and alcohol.
 
I’ve used Lyman sizing lube on the pad for close to 40 years without a problem. I’ve also tried others but always come back to Lyman. It just works. I use brake clean to wipe it off after reloading.
 
I bought this cable-pulling lube at Acklands-Grainger. About $15 for a liter. A lifetime supply for me.

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It is a clear gel that lubes well and seem to dry so well it probably does not need cleaning off. But I tumble after sizing to clean and remove lube.
 
A buddy at the range advised that KY jelly is perfect for lubing cases. I replied "Why not, it seems people are trying all sorts of stuff". He then mentioned that it can be rather expensive - his wife noticed the increased usage, and accused him of stepping out. Who'd have thought that innovative reloading can lead to divorce....
 
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