Stuck case in resizing die

[Kirkd]

So, I got a stuck case in my resizing die. Good news, I got it out. Followed this video and worked like a charm.

Removing Stuck Case from Lee Sizing Die - YouTube

 

[threedhuntr]

Just out of curiosity what case were you sizing?

 

[Stschil]

I have had issues with my .223 die. If I don't lube the bejesus out of the cases, it loves to hold on. (It's an unseasoned new die, hopefully this will end). I spent $15 at Precision and got a Stuck Case Removal tool. It's been invaluable.

Added: I have Hornady equipment/dies with the Zip Spindles. The hammer/punch method will tear the spindle up. I know because this is what I tried first. It shattered the ball expander and bent the spindle.

 

[Broom_jm]

Just out of curiosity, was Hornady One Shot case lube used with this stuck case?

 

[M67]

I used to have a lot of problems out of my Hornady 308 die getting cases stuck, eventually pulled it apart and polished the hell out of the inside, much much less issues now

 

[Stschil]

Just out of curiosity, was Hornady One Shot case lube used with this stuck case?

Not sure if this question was for me or for the OP. In my case, yes it was. I'm through with One Shot now. I told Andrew about my issue and he hooked me up with a tub of Unique. Things work much better now.

 

[billybob44]

"Different Strokes"

Most stuck case-cases, listed on INGO have been done with Hornady One Shot==I get that==What I do NOT get is MY experience with this...

I have sized more K's of .223/5.56 brass than a lot on this form have counted, using One Shot and a Redding FL size die.--I have NOT stuck ONE .223/5.56 case using this system.

As per Andrew, I cover a shallow plastic tray with cases, two, or three light passes with One Shot, cover, shake-shake-shake+start sizing...


NOW::As soon as I try to size:22-250, .243, 6MM Rem., .270 Win., .308, 30-06, using One Shot (in the same way as above ^^^), I WILL have a stuck case, in my Redding, or RCBS dies!!

I use Imperial Size Wax, or Dillon Lube for the above rifle calibers, with no stuck case problems. Kind of hard to figure, but that's is what works for me??...Bill.

 

[Kirkd]

I was using Hornady 1 shot. Lee dirs. 223 caliber

 

[ngroark]

did it once with lyman case lube... was trying to be conservative... wrong.
since then started using imperial case sizing wax and have had no problems

 

[foxmustang]

I was using Hornady 1 shot. Lee dirs. 223 caliber

Are You Letting It Dry Completely? I've Only Had 1 Case Get Stuck Using One Shot, And That Was Due To It Still Being Wet When I Ran It Up To The Sizing Die.

 

[Broom_jm]

did it once with lyman case lube... was trying to be conservative... wrong.
since then started using imperial case sizing wax and have had no problems

FTW!

The allure of One Shot is that you can lube a relatively large number of cases at one time, and for those cranking out a lot of ammo on a progressive press, I can see that being a serious advantage. For us one-at-a-timers, the Imperial wax is pretty awesome stuff. I have found it especially useful for case forming of wildcat cartridges. YMMV, but I'll stay away from One Shot.

 

[Kirkd]

Are You Letting It Dry Completely? I've Only Had 1 Case Get Stuck Using One Shot, And That Was Due To It Still Being Wet When I Ran It Up To The Sizing Die.

I'll make sure that I do. I dont remember if it was dry yet or not. Good tip though