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serf 'rett · February 7, 2013, 02:41 PM

Would not put paint on the cases as that would cause problems when fired in chamber. Ever tried to scrape heat applied paint off a metal surface? Or tried to remove several layers of baked on paint? Besides cleaning problems, the build up would likely lead to feeding problems. Worse case would be insufficient seal between brass and chamber resulting in channeling of hot gases around the case causing damage to firearm and shooter.

Bad idea.

I combat the lost brass problem by tumbling with stainless pins; the shiny brass is much easier to find.

February 7, 2013, 02:41 PM	#5
serf 'rett Senior Member Join Date: June 25, 2009 Location: Stuttgart, AR Posts: 1,569	Would not put paint on the cases as that would cause problems when fired in chamber. Ever tried to scrape heat applied paint off a metal surface? Or tried to remove several layers of baked on paint? Besides cleaning problems, the build up would likely lead to feeding problems. Worse case would be insufficient seal between brass and chamber resulting in channeling of hot gases around the case causing damage to firearm and shooter. Bad idea. I combat the lost brass problem by tumbling with stainless pins; the shiny brass is much easier to find. __________________ A lack of planning on your part does not necessarily constitute an emergency on my part.