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BillCA · May 22, 2007, 09:19 PM

+1 on the dirty brass.

When using case lubes of any kind, I find it's almost a requirement to clean the brass first. This might be in a tumbler or using a liquid brass cleaner. Powder residue and/or plain ol' earthen dust sticking to the cases can contaminate the dies.

Also, if you use a case-lube pad, clean it or replace it when it starts showing dirty smears and smudges.

May 22, 2007, 09:19 PM	#6
BillCA Senior Member Join Date: November 28, 2004 Location: Silicon Valley, Ca Posts: 7,117	+1 on the dirty brass. When using case lubes of any kind, I find it's almost a requirement to clean the brass first. This might be in a tumbler or using a liquid brass cleaner. Powder residue and/or plain ol' earthen dust sticking to the cases can contaminate the dies. Also, if you use a case-lube pad, clean it or replace it when it starts showing dirty smears and smudges. __________________ BillCA in CA (Unfortunately)