Shotgun crimp tool????

[abunaitoo]

Is there a tool that will just crimp(?) a shotgun shell?????
The re-fold after reloading.
I'm looking for something that might mount on a single stage press.
Something cheap for 12GA.

[r1kk1]

I have one of the old reloading shotgun books and its either RCBS or CH4D makes a fold crimp die. It will be cheaper to buy a used MEC to do fold crimps. If you had a cordless drill or mini press Ballistic Products will sell you a rolling crimp die for around 10.00 but not what your wanting. I have to search for that book that tells me who does a fold crimp die. It's been a couple of years.

Take care,

r1kk1

[Firebricker]

Lee made the little hand held crimp starters or you can buy a replacement one for a mec. Then you would have to figure out a way to finish it. You can buy a Lee load all for around $40 then you would have a complete set up with all the bushings or just use it to crimp. The Lee would probably be the best bet. FB

[jmort]

http://www.ballisticproducts.com/Super-Crown-Crimper-Large-Bore-8-Pt/productinfo/0740007/
http://www.ballisticproducts.com/Super-Crown-Crimper-Large-Bore-6-Pt-Crimp-Starter/productinfo/0740006/
Not for single stage but might help

[cajun shooter]

The best and cheapest way is to look on the different forums that have loading equipment for sale and buy a used MEC.
A 12 ga die will cost you $75 or more and you may purchase a used 600 JR for that on Flea- Bay.

[abunaitoo]

Thanks for the suggestions.
I've been watching ebay and other auction sites.
Haven't found anything cheap yet.
I really only need to do the crimp. Not planing to reload.
I checked out The roll crimp at Balistic Products. They sell for $38.95.
More than I want to spend.
I've got a 28GA Mec. I'll post it for trade in the "for sale".