Properly Expanding Case Mouths and Necks (EXTREME RELOADING ep. 06)

Expanding the mouths of pistol cases is a necessary step in the case prep process. But how much expansion (flaring) is really needed? Find out here.
We also cover case neck expansion for rifle brass. While this is an optional step, it can improve neck tension and consistency.
Timeline:
00:00 - Intro
00:34 - Expander dies
02:40 - Why expanding pistol case mouths
04:11 - Work hardening brass
04:57 - Demonstration
05:33 - Reloading tips
06:32 - Why expanding rifle case necks
07:10 - Expander die and mandrel
09:16 - Demonstration
09:58 - Cleaning brass cases
13:57 - What's next?
14:35 - Wrap up
Links:
Case cleaning solution videos:
• EXTREME RELOADING: Ext...
• EXTREME RELOADING Spec...
Extreme Reloading Season 9 playlist: • Extreme Reloading Seas...
Link to case prep/reloading checklist: www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/cz7ch7...
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[@paullavallee1631]

Thanks for the die lock ring advice !

[@sdkweber]

Yeah, those Hornady lock rings are really good. Thanks for watching and posting.

[@BBouncer]

For flaring pistol brass, the Lyman M Dies are the absolute best product on the market.

[@sdkweber]

Thanks for the note. I have not used those but that is very good to know. And thank you for watching.

[@runningwithscissors3997]

Big Lyman M Die fan.

[@sdkweber]

Welcome to our channel!

[@charlesgiles4447]

Try brass juice it works great.

[@sdkweber]

Hey Charles. I might just do that, especially when I run out of my current brass cleaning solutions and need to buy more.