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It appears to have the same angle as my handheld VLD chamfer tool.
Case prep just got a whole lot easier
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That is one drawback on the RCBS Trim Mate Center. I also like that you report it is quiet. I will be checking into this.
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Dr Mike -
The cutter on the chamfer bit cut so well (used to having to push hard with my old hand -held one) that I had to back off on how hard I pushed the case on the cutter. All the bullets that were seated in the cases after the prepping, glidded in with no effort on the press handle at all.
The cutter on the chamfer bit cut so well (used to having to push hard with my old hand -held one) that I had to back off on how hard I pushed the case on the cutter. All the bullets that were seated in the cases after the prepping, glidded in with no effort on the press handle at all.
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I ordered one today. Yes, I have RADD and equipment envy. 
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Doc -
I have RADD for sure...had to talk myself out of another .243 in a Sako today at Cabela's (really nice Vixen).
I have RADD for sure...had to talk myself out of another .243 in a Sako today at Cabela's (really nice Vixen).
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Ah, 'tis a fine and pleasant madness. I was just notified that a Remington CDL 260 came in with my name on it. In the interim, I bought a Winchester Model 70 Featherweight in 243 and ordered a Pac-Nor 26 cal pipe for it. Two of the same calibre! 'Tis madness, I say. At least I have a good tool coming for my bench. :roll:
Mike, you are my hero! I have been thinking about that tool all day also. I found it in somepreferred shopping places, but I have already committed some funds towards my .257 deficit. I will get that new trimmer later on. It looks too good not to have. Man, I can't believe you have two 260's on their way, if we lived closer I would relieve you of one them! Scotty
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Scotty,
Come on over to use the Case Prep Center any time! :grin: I'll lend you a rifle any time you're in need. Now I have a 260 for the grandchildren and one for me. Actually, I'm thinking that one may become a 338 Federal. I don't have that cartridge yet.
Come on over to use the Case Prep Center any time! :grin: I'll lend you a rifle any time you're in need. Now I have a 260 for the grandchildren and one for me. Actually, I'm thinking that one may become a 338 Federal. I don't have that cartridge yet.
Well Mike, as I have said before, don't be surprised when my Dodge rolls up into your driveway! Hopefully, if I get the correct paperwork filled out, I won't have to worry about borrowing rifles, but I do appreciate the offer! Again, it is a black Dodge Diesel and looks like this, so don't be alarmed when it is parked outside your house! Scotty
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Oh, no! Another black Dodge! That surely means trouble! :lol:
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There's an empty room here.
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My backyard.
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Doc -
That is my dream back yard!!! I will be interested in finding out how your CDL .260 shoots for you. Probably the most finicky round I have ever had to play with in the LE model I bought in 2008. Shoots the 130 AB into 1/2 MOA now, but it took some time to get there. :roll:
Why are you not shooting the barrel on the .243 for awhile to see how it does?
Scotty -
I have a 4 bedroom house with just me living here, so you can come over and try "the tool" here as well. I know...not as picturesque of a back yard as Doc has .
That is my dream back yard!!! I will be interested in finding out how your CDL .260 shoots for you. Probably the most finicky round I have ever had to play with in the LE model I bought in 2008. Shoots the 130 AB into 1/2 MOA now, but it took some time to get there. :roll:
Why are you not shooting the barrel on the .243 for awhile to see how it does?
Scotty -
I have a 4 bedroom house with just me living here, so you can come over and try "the tool" here as well. I know...not as picturesque of a back yard as Doc has
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Joel,
I'm jumping in because I want to get a setup that my grandchildren can use for game in this area that will not kick them out from under their hats. I debated the 7mm-08, but opted for the 260 instead. No particular reason why I chose it, I just did. My last foray with a 260 was developing FMJ loads for a fellow heading to Norway to hunt Capercaillie. The load I delivered shot very well indeed.
I'm jumping in because I want to get a setup that my grandchildren can use for game in this area that will not kick them out from under their hats. I debated the 7mm-08, but opted for the 260 instead. No particular reason why I chose it, I just did. My last foray with a 260 was developing FMJ loads for a fellow heading to Norway to hunt Capercaillie. The load I delivered shot very well indeed.
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Doc -
I like both calibers and think either one would be excellant for younger hunters. Both of my boys started with 7mm-08's. Having both calibers in the arsenal now, there really isn't a huge difference in recoil or down-range results that I notice.
Interesting idea on turning one of them into a 338 Federal. That is the one caliber not in the fleet yet for me of calibers based off the 308 cartridge. I have thought about having one made in a carbine (20 inch barrel) for stalking hunts in the thick stuff for deer and moose. Been looking for a cheap short action rifle that could be a donar action to build it from...RADD all over again...darn you .
I like both calibers and think either one would be excellant for younger hunters. Both of my boys started with 7mm-08's. Having both calibers in the arsenal now, there really isn't a huge difference in recoil or down-range results that I notice.
Interesting idea on turning one of them into a 338 Federal. That is the one caliber not in the fleet yet for me of calibers based off the 308 cartridge. I have thought about having one made in a carbine (20 inch barrel) for stalking hunts in the thick stuff for deer and moose. Been looking for a cheap short action rifle that could be a donar action to build it from...RADD all over again...darn you
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I certainly like the 7mm-08, but the 260 is just a tich' gentler for a young shooter. I haven't felt strongly compelled to pick up a 7-08 because I have a 280, a 7 WSM and a 7 RM. I might consider a 7 X 57 if the right one were to appear. Since Federal brass is available for the 338 Federal, that may have some interest. I'll weigh the possibility as I mull over the situation today.
