I can see how the thermocouple bullet would work, but I generally bake one batch right after the other and having to remove the bullet, let it cool, then put it back in the oven each time would be a...
Type: Posts; User: Mr. Woodchuck
Forum: Coatings and Alternatives
I can see how the thermocouple bullet would work, but I generally bake one batch right after the other and having to remove the bullet, let it cool, then put it back in the oven each time would be a...
Forum: Coatings and Alternatives
I don't trust oven thermometers, and furthermore, the only temperature that's important is the bullets themselves. I bought a handheld laser style thermometer on clearance from Sam's club for about...
Forum: Coatings and Alternatives
I keep mine in large ketchup/mustard type squeeze bottles. When I'm done with a particular color, I place it in a large ziploc bag, seal it up and store in the refrigerator. This slows the acetone...
Forum: Casting Equipment
I use a 5 gal.paint strainer over a large plastic colander from Walmart to dump my brass and pins in after cleaning in the Frankford Arsenal Tumbler. I rinse the brass and pins in the colander with...
Forum: The Star Equipment Corner
I got my Hatch automation set up hooked up to my Master Caster yesterday. Ran about 1500 or more 147 grain 9mm while playing with the controls and getting familiar with the set up. All I can say is ...
Forum: Casting Equipment
Just wanted to pipe in on your comment about the Harbor Freight compressor. I have one, it works but it runs almost constantly when in use and is VERY LOUD. You might not be too happy with the noise...
Forum: Casting Equipment
LAH,
Great video explaining your technique. I really appreciate it!
Forum: Casting Equipment
LAH,
Good info. I've never understood how running 2 or 3 molds at once works out. Do you fill each mold, set them aside, then go back after the last one is full and cut the sprue and empty...
Forum: Casting Equipment
Well I pulled the trigger and ordered the Master Caster and a couple of molds. I ordered it with the digital temp controller.
I hope I enjoy using it as much as others here do.
Thanks for taking...
Forum: Casting Equipment
jmorris,
Now that looks cool as grits! Nice set up.
I don't have an acetylene torch. Would propane torch work? If not, how about the Hi-Tek mold release I've heard some folks use?
Forum: Casting Equipment
Do you have problems with boolits sticking in the Master Caster molds?
Forum: Casting Equipment
Wlkjr, I live in Douglasville. About 30 miles west of Atlanta.
Nick Quick, I'm thinking that your post pretty well sums up the feelings of most MC owners. One of those tools that isn't really...
Forum: Casting Equipment
Thanks for the quick replies. Learning how folks actually use their master caster gives me a better idea about how "useful and enjoyable to use" they are. Please continue to share your experiences...
Forum: Casting Equipment
I'm considering the Magna Master Caster and am curious about how current owners use their machines.
How many molds do you own and use for the M.C.?
Do you still use hand molds that you might...
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