Z-Michigan
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While playing with the Lee case length gauges and trimmer tonight, I had dirty cases (.223 in this case) locked in the case holder and mounted in a drill, so I figured I would try polishing them while I was at it. I used a kitchen scouring pad (generic brand, green plastic type stuff that looks like vaguely steel wool, presumably covered with some minor abrasive) while rotating the cases at moderate speed. It worked terrific for cleaning the cases, leaving them shiny and new looking. However, it also left a small but visible amount of brass dust/brass discoloration on the green pad. I assume that is metal removed from the case. Should I be worrying that I'm removing enough metal to weaken the case, or is it likely too little to matter?
If you think it's a concern, should I be less concerned trying the same technique with super-fine steel wool?
If you think it's a concern, should I be less concerned trying the same technique with super-fine steel wool?