ultrasonic vs media tumbling

[Sleeper]

Has anyone tried one of the ultrasonic cleaners vs a reg old tumbler?

For the amounts i plan to reload the cheap stuff will work just as good. On the other hand you can use the ultrasonic cleaner for more than just brass.

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[CJ]

Has anyone tried one of the ultrasonic cleaners vs a reg old tumbler?

For the amounts i plan to reload the cheap stuff will work just as good. On the other hand you can use the ultrasonic cleaner for more than just brass.

Making my x-mas list

They do work, however from what I've seen it's really only good for smaller quantities. And, they don't usually have the shiniest finish - although clean, it isn't polished. They are very handy, and they clean quickly. Sonic polishers work best with chemical reactions - that's essentially how you get the results. Most guys use a vinegar solution since brass (copper and zinc) is soluble in acid. You can get very similar results dropping your cases in a 20% phosphoric acid solution for 30 seconds. From my experience, unless you throw down some big bucks ($400+) on a high powered sonic cleaner, it's not really worth the money considering you can only clean like 20-50 cases at a time.

In my opinion, the best way to tumble is to use a rotary tumbler with stainless steel media with some soap and water. The media lasts a lifetime, and it will clean every single square inch of a case to a perfect shine.

[Sleeper]

Thanks cj.

I think a regular ol tumbler is what ill end up with. I really dont shoot alot, but when i do its nice to have accurate hunting rounds.

I only have the patience to reload a 100 at a time. I also have also only shot about 500 rounds in 2 years. Mainly because of the expense of rounds. I'd love to shoot more, but i dont want to just go blast wolf down range.

[fonzo]

how do you feel about these reloading kits

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Lee-Deluxe-Turret-Press-Reloading-Kit/740033.uts

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Hornady-Lock-n-Load-Classic8482-Reloading-Kit/740228.uts

and this tumbler

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Lyman-1200-Pro-Tumbler/705522.uts

im wanting to learn to reload my own ammo, especially .300 win mag since im finding out it's a more expensive round than i had thought it was gonna be. and also the usual 9mm, .40 and .38 special

[Moose242]

how do you feel about these reloading kits

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Lee-Deluxe-Turret-Press-Reloading-Kit/740033.uts

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Hornady-Lock-n-Load-Classic8482-Reloading-Kit/740228.uts

and this tumbler

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Lyman-1200-Pro-Tumbler/705522.uts

im wanting to learn to reload my own ammo, especially .300 win mag since im finding out it's a more expensive round than i had thought it was gonna be. and also the usual 9mm, .40 and .38 special

I have the hornady lock n load setup. Pretty good entry level rig, as it comes with everything you need to get started. I have reloaded about 1000 rounds so far and have not had any problems other than a case getting stuck in a die (not the press' fault).

[NTexas_V-Star]

I have the hornady lock n load setup. Pretty good entry level rig, as it comes with everything you need to get started. I have reloaded about 1000 rounds so far and have not had any problems other than a case getting stuck in a die (not the press' fault).

You reloading "wallet raping .45ACP" for your giggle gun?

I ask because I'm considering getting into it after the first of the year.

[Moose242]

You reloading "wallet raping .45ACP" for your giggle gun?

I ask because I'm considering getting into it after the first of the year.

Yes sir, I am reloading 45 mostly, but I have also done 223.

Reloads work great in my open bolt mac, because I make sure to apply a bit more taper crimp.

[CJ]

how do you feel about these reloading kits

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Lee-Deluxe-Turret-Press-Reloading-Kit/740033.uts

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Hornady-Lock-n-Load-Classic8482-Reloading-Kit/740228.uts

and this tumbler

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Lyman-1200-Pro-Tumbler/705522.uts

im wanting to learn to reload my own ammo, especially .300 win mag since im finding out it's a more expensive round than i had thought it was gonna be. and also the usual 9mm, .40 and .38 special

I would really recommend a Dillon RL550B for that kind of money. You can get into them for $420 complete with a die set and shell plate.

[FRider]

how do you feel about these reloading kits

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Lee-Deluxe-Turret-Press-Reloading-Kit/740033.uts

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Hornady-Lock-n-Load-Classic8482-Reloading-Kit/740228.uts

and this tumbler

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Lyman-1200-Pro-Tumbler/705522.uts

im wanting to learn to reload my own ammo, especially .300 win mag since im finding out it's a more expensive round than i had thought it was gonna be. and also the usual 9mm, .40 and .38 special

I use that tumbler with Flitz and corn cob media. The results aren't as nice as the stainless steel media in a rotary tumbler, but it is much cheaper. I get the media from Walmart.

I bought the Lee Pro 1000 progressive and sold it. I have the Lee single stage now and it works well. I added an RCBS electronic powder measure and buy Redding dies. For fast trimming, I use the Lee trimmer on a cordless drill, but I have the Redding lathe style when I want to take my time.

All the brands are pretty good depending on your budget and features you want. Lee brand gets picked on but it works and it is very affordable. The high dollar Dillon and Redding have their issues as well.

[CJ]

I use that tumbler with Flitz and corn cob media. The results aren't as nice as the stainless steel media in a rotary tumbler, but it is much cheaper. I get the media from Walmart.

I bought the Lee Pro 1000 progressive and sold it. I have the Lee single stage now and it works well. I added an RCBS electronic powder measure and buy Redding dies. For fast trimming, I use the Lee trimmer on a cordless drill, but I have the Redding lathe style when I want to take my time.

All the brands are pretty good depending on your budget and features you want. Lee brand gets picked on but it works and it is very affordable. The high dollar Dillon and Redding have their issues as well.

Try switching to fine walnut media from Harbor Freight, they sell 25lb boxes of it for sand blasting. Use that with your flitz, and I bet you'll find that it polishes your bass much better than corn cob. A hell of a lot cheaper too.

[FRider]

you tube video had lemishine (available at grocery stores) being used in ultrasonic and cases came out looking new.

The stainless steel pin media in a Thumbler's Tumbler is high dollar, but media lasts a lifetime. The brass comes out looking new. They use Lemishine and tumble wet.

Can the vibratory tumblers handle wet tumble with the stainless media?

[CJ]

you tube video had lemishine (available at grocery stores) being used in ultrasonic and cases came out looking new.

The stainless steel pin media in a Thumbler's Tumbler is high dollar, but media lasts a lifetime. The brass comes out looking new. They use Lemishine and tumble wet.

Can the vibratory tumblers handle wet tumble with the stainless media?

No, you need a rotary tumbler for wet media.