My old Midway branded tumbler is still just chugging along, and that's fine by me. However, at some point in time that thing is bound to die. When that happens, I will need to make a decision - Stay will dry media or make the switch to wet media.
There are advantages and disadvantages to both.
Dry tumbling is a fairly dirty/dusty process but the casings come out dry, ready to load.
Wet tumbling requires a bit more initial outlay for equipment and you have to dry the casings after tumbling but the media (stainless steel pins) are a one time cost.
I'm sure this has been debated countless times.
Any insight is welcome.