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It looks like we're getting closer to a consensus. Using Axis and Schmell's formulas, it looks like a pin:brass ratio of 5:3.5 (on a pound basis) is effective. The Frankford Arsenal instruction manual specifies filling their 6-sided drum to the bottom of the mouth with water (a lot more than 1gal as suggested by Schmell) with a maximum final load not more than 30lbs. That's a lot of water (Frankford) compared to the suggestions offered on this thread. So I will try the reduced water formula with the next batch.
Just for the record, Federal 9mm brass = 127 per lb; Winchester .223 brass = 74 per lb. Thus, 3.5lbs 9mm = 445 cases, or 260 .223s per batch. Maybe everybody should get one of those cheap chinese kitchen scales at WallyMart to get better consistency when filling their tubs.
The response to this thread has been very good. I'm grateful for all the suggestions. The soap formulations could use a little more confirmation from users.
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