Anyone have an idea as to, for starters RCBS, how many iterations of decapping pins, stems, collets etc.? Today, I had to decap 50 6MM Norma BR cases. These have .065" flash holes. 4 different "Universal" Decapping dies failed to do the job. Mind you, I have a drawer with nothing but the little pieces necessary to keep me up and running. I found 4 different RCBS decapping pins. 2 of which would have worked had I been able to mount them. Due to at least 3 different thread sizes of the decapping rods alone..........I finally ground down a headed pin to fit. A 5 minute job turned into 11/2 hours. Luckily I live alone.
So, brain trust, is there a kit which would have all the necessary pieces whether it be RCBS or better, include Hornady, Lee, Lyman, Pacific, Redding and who knows what other brands. I'd pay decent money.
Since it's obvious I'm not a patient guy, how does one go about restoring a Lee Decapping die which has mooshed the pin up inside? No directions, of course. This was my go to decapper but it failed on the first case. I suspect some sort of friction collet but even with a 20 foot breaker bar couldn't budge the damn thing. The pin looks intact.
So, brain trust, is there a kit which would have all the necessary pieces whether it be RCBS or better, include Hornady, Lee, Lyman, Pacific, Redding and who knows what other brands. I'd pay decent money.
Since it's obvious I'm not a patient guy, how does one go about restoring a Lee Decapping die which has mooshed the pin up inside? No directions, of course. This was my go to decapper but it failed on the first case. I suspect some sort of friction collet but even with a 20 foot breaker bar couldn't budge the damn thing. The pin looks intact.