Looking for a pistol case trimmer...

ballman6711 said:

Thinking of the Forster Classic plus a standard base. I would need to trim .357 mag and .480 Ruger brass, and possibly a few other revolver cartridges. I have no intention of trimming semi auto brass and I don't currently load for rifles.

This trimmer seems like it would trim both smaller and larger diameter cartridges, using the appropriate base and collets.

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1012697570?pid=462271

I don't want to trim my revolver brass, but I have some revolver brass that won't crimp consistently (sometimes not at all) and think I should trim it all once and be done with it.

What do you all think?

chris

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I’m sure that trimmer is fine. Make sure there’s a centering pilot for that .480. Your choices of trimmers might be ruled by that option existing or not existing.

Pro-tip. Assuming you have the trimmer screwed/bolted to bench... Once you get everything adjusted, ghost the handle, attach a cordless drill on to the end. My M12 Milwaukee works perfect. Makes quick work. Saves your hand.

Also, use a screwdriver handle type bit-holder on the collet tightening side. Place over one part of that t-handle. Another hand saver. And those things suck to get tight by hand, with no leverage.

ballman6711 said:

I use Hornady dies for .38/.357, seating and crimping in two steps. I have two sets of these dies, so I don't have to make any adjustments unless changing bullet type/brand or headstamp.

chris

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I do as well. I like their seating die.