so i got a case tumbler for x-mas and i went down to my local sporting goods store to get some media all they carry is Lyman Tuffnut with rouge in it,, i did buy 3# of it for $10.00,, it leaves a red powder on the cases :shock: after there done tumbling i have to wipe every case by hand,, i dont like this,, i want to tumble and load not tumble , wipe , and load
tuff nut media ???
- Thread starter romex2121
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- Nov 4, 2004
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I always wipe my cases of any residue prior to loading. :grin:
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DrMike
Ballistician
- Nov 8, 2006
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The walnut shell media is good for badly tarnished cases. Cases tumbled in this media are left a dark colour which is quite attractive. Corn cob media tends to leave the brass brighter and lighter, especially when it has the abrasive additive provided by RCBS and a few other manufacturers. However, corn cob media is not as abrasive and hence will not polish seriously tarnished cases. Each media has its use. Generally, I use corn cob media on all cases, reserving walnut shell media for exceptionally dirty brass.
257 Ackley
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- Nov 25, 2008
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+1 on the corncob media. It is cheap and will remove the powder residue and dirt from the cases. I add IOSSO case polish to the corncob media to get a nice bright finish on the brass. Even old tarnished brass has a nice shine if you give it an hour or so of cleaning. There isn't too much wiping that needs to be done with this media.
Divernhunter
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- Apr 1, 2009
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My question is why wipe each case? Just spread out an old towel on the floor/table and dump the cases(no media) onto the towel then fold it over the brass and rub it back and forth a few times. All the brass will be wiped clean and quickly. I do the same with my brass after sizing to remove the sizing lube. It is fast and easy. No more problem.
