Thank you. Yes, I found that out after hitting every auto parts and hardware store in the area and finding nothing. My tap arrived yesterday for $6.99 shipped from Amazon.com Today I will be fashioning a jig to hold the case while I drill itOriginally Posted by Artpro
Well that was super easy. Went to MidwayUSA and they're selling these modified cases for anywhere from 5.49 to 12.00 + shipping depending on caliber. I made a wooden Collet out of a section of scrap 2x4. Drilled a hole through it for the case to fit in and then took my saw and partially split the block so it would squeeze down on the case. Clamped it in the drill press and used a 9/32 bit to drill out the primer pocket. Transferred it to the bench vise to cut the threads then back to the drill press where I flipped the case right side up and chucked another larger bit upside down and used it to swage open the case mouth so the bullet will slip in and out freely. For 6.99 I am now able to make these cases in about 10-15 minutes in my garage and they are custom sized for my rifle chambers. Screws on the tool and works just like the store bought item only better because I made it.. I just can't believe I never thought of doing it before I went out and bought the two I already had for the .223 and .308
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