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mikld · August 28, 2012, 12:40 PM

Using the term "crimp" when talking about semi-auto ammo can/is misleading to new reloaders (and some old guys too!). No actual crimping is needed. Mebbe we should say "De-flaring" or "Mouth Straightening" rather than crimp. I "de-flare" all the case mouths when reloading 45 ACP with a taper crimping die, I do not crimp...

August 28, 2012, 12:40 PM	#18
mikld Senior Member Join Date: February 7, 2009 Location: Southern Oregon! Posts: 2,891	Using the term "crimp" when talking about semi-auto ammo can/is misleading to new reloaders (and some old guys too!). No actual crimping is needed. Mebbe we should say "De-flaring" or "Mouth Straightening" rather than crimp. I "de-flare" all the case mouths when reloading 45 ACP with a taper crimping die, I do not crimp... __________________ My Anchor is holding fast! I've learned how to stand on my own two knees...