Fullauto_Shooter Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 (edited) I recently started using a small amount of case lube on pistol cases just prior to loading - it really makes the 650 run more smoothly with less pressure required to operate the handle. How long do you tumble loaded pistol rounds to remove the case lube? I've heard some say they just shoot it without removing the lube, but I've noticed that the small film of lube keeps some rounds from easily dropping into the case gauge. I've heard, in the past, that it's not a good idea to tumble loaded rounds too long because it can break down the powder and affect burn rates. I just want to run them long enough to remove the lube. Any / all feedback welcome! Edited February 8, 2014 by Fullauto_Shooter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeremyM Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 30 minutes in a Dillon tumbler using 20/40 Corn cob Media works for me. Maybe be able to decrease the time, I've never tried it. I just set the timer for 30 minutes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 Agreed. 15-30 minutes or so. FWIW there is a lot of discussion about tumbling loaded rounds and breaking down powders, causing explosions etc. Pretty much all been debunked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SouthernYank Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 I use a little One Shot prior to running the cases through the press and have never worried about tumbling it off. No problems to date Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juan Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 I use a little One Shot prior to running the cases through the press and have never worried about tumbling it off. No problems to date this is my procedure also. how much lube are you guys putting on your cases that you have to tumble your rnds? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChuckS Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 I use One Shot and I tumble for zero minutes . I have been doing that way for 13 years or so and I have still yet to find a reason for the extra step. If you like sparkly brass, knock yourself out. Not necessary... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue edge Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 If I use any lube at all its One Shot . I do not tumble after loading Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 I started tumbling after loading because I gauge every single round. After a few hundred the gauge would start rejecting rounds and I found miniscule particles of grime were sticking to the cases and building up over time. I now take them straight to the tumbler and buff the small amount of lube off. Now I can gauge all day and nothing builds up. PLUS the one shot is like wax! They are nice and bright after the short tumble. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fullauto_Shooter Posted February 8, 2014 Author Share Posted February 8, 2014 I started tumbling after loading because I gauge every single round. After a few hundred the gauge would start rejecting rounds and I found miniscule particles of grime were sticking to the cases and building up over time. I now take them straight to the tumbler and buff the small amount of lube off. Now I can gauge all day and nothing builds up. PLUS the one shot is like wax! They are nice and bright after the short tumble. I do the same thing - case gauge every round - and also noticed a build up of lube residue that affected gauge results. I ran the rounds for 30 min and it worked like a charm. I use the Dillon Case lube, but sounds like a lot are having very good luck with the One Shot. Thanks to everyone for the info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyD Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 I use RCBS case slick and I don't tumble it off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noylj Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 I don't. Pressure isn't enough to cause a problem. Most don't even use case lube, since we have carbide dies. Back in the '60s and '70s, removing the lube wasn't even talked about except for rifles shooting at over 60ksi and, usually, with rear locking lugs (like SMLEs, as I remember). Since then, all warnings have changed to cover everything since so many sue for much over so little. Don't like OneShot. It works, but it is thick/viscous. Much prefer Lee (diluted with water in spray bottle) or Frankford Arsenal spray (Dillon is probably the same). Spray in plastic bag, toss in some cases, tumble them around, remove and let cases dry for about 2 minutes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DS26 Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 I use one shot and never tumble loaded rounds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmorris Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Another for 15-30 min Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blind bat Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 I use a little lanolin rubbed onto my hands. I then run my hands through my clean brass bucket. I load up 500 rounds at a time. Then throw the brass in the tumbler and reload my primer tubes. Once the 5 tubes are loaded I shut down the tumbler. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G29SF Posted February 10, 2014 Share Posted February 10, 2014 I use Dillon lube and do not tumble post-loading. The rounds go straight from the bin to the case gage to the box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBBB Posted February 10, 2014 Share Posted February 10, 2014 I tumble for 15-20 minutes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtp Posted February 10, 2014 Share Posted February 10, 2014 (edited) I use a little One Shot prior to running the cases through the press and have never worried about tumbling it off. No problems to date Same here. Typical lanolin based lube for rifle and tumbled off, but a short mist of One Shot aerosol in the 'ready to load' pistol brass bin + shake works well, no de-lube. 15-20 mins for de-lube of rifle cases.. Edited February 10, 2014 by rtp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EEH Posted February 10, 2014 Share Posted February 10, 2014 Agreed. 15-30 minutes or so. FWIW there is a lot of discussion about tumbling loaded rounds and breaking down powders, causing explosions etc. Pretty much all been debunked. Sarge, how many rounds do u tumble at a time? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XxWoodsHunterxX Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I have a Christmas light timer I use. Usually set for 4 hours daily. So by the time I get around to removing they're shiny as can be Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Agreed. 15-30 minutes or so. FWIW there is a lot of discussion about tumbling loaded rounds and breaking down powders, causing explosions etc. Pretty much all been debunked.Sarge,how many rounds do u tumble at a time? i only have the small Dillon tumbler so I generally only do about 250 at a time or so. Loaded rounds are pretty heavy in that poor tumbler Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prebaned Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 If you believe this study of tumbling live rounds for 205 hours there is no breakdown of powder. http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/989047_Tumble_live_ammo_Tumbler_Oandapos__thruth_EXTREME_edition__200hour_torture_test__UPDATE__fired_rounds_in_OP.html I do it for about 20 minutes with crushed walnuts to remove Dillon case lube. I have no fear. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basman Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 20 minutes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dels Posted March 4, 2014 Share Posted March 4, 2014 For those who tumble their loaded rounds, is it with only jacketed and plated bullets? Would you do the same with the coated bullets (like Bayou) as well? Sent from my HTC One using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted March 4, 2014 Share Posted March 4, 2014 Sure, but if in doubt, do one and see how it looks after 15 min or so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBBB Posted March 4, 2014 Share Posted March 4, 2014 I tumble bayous for 15-20 minutes. I notice no change to the bullet coating. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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