lyle_destroys
WKR
What is the best no-bs way to consistently anneal cases? Ive heard of guys just using propane torches for this. Can somebody give me the rundown on it? Its time I start doing it.
Is that coffee can filled with water?I use a torch. I find a deep socket the case fits in about right and spin it with a cordless drill. I direct the feather slightly above the case body/shoulder junction. Don’t heat the case body. When it turns buttery colored up there and begins to go sort of purple I remove from heat and put it in a coffee can.
It’s quick and easy. I’ve never ruined a case doing it. I have intentionally heated them red hot to see what happens which is too hot. After they cool you can pinch the neck shut with thumb and forefinger. Certainly wouldn’t want that,especially near the base.
I wouldn’t make a good salesman for the $500+ annealing machines. Maybe I’ll get a surprise some day. Use my red neck method at your own peril.