Didn't know where to put this so I'll start here. I usually use lanolin mixed 8:1 or 10:1 with Heat as a case sizing lube but I'm always looking for alternatives for when you run out. Has anybody used that Herman Survivors Mink oil for sizing rifle cases? I know guys use other mink oils but I've never heard Herman mentioned. I like the lanolin but I like to keep my eyes open for alteenatives. Thanks, Mike.
Imperial...or Dry!!!!
I haven’t. I use Imperial or Hornady One Shot.
I use either imperial or homemade as you describe, depends on what I am doing with it.
In a pinch, pilfer your wife's Pledge furniture spray. Mist it from about 2ft away. Once sizing is complete give it a bath in hot water with a shot of Dawn DWD.
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I've heard about Pledge and HAVE used it. It wors OK too. I was just wondering about the Hermans brand of mink oil because I knew a guy who was a BIG reloader who used mink and I found soeplace that sells the Herman brand pretty cheap. I've used several types myself but hadn't heard anybody comment about Herman brand, only Kiwi brand.
Okay here is what I use for case lube for the last 5 years. It's electricians wire wax. A bottle will cost about 8 bucks at Home Depot and about 9 at Lowes.Originally Posted by jbltwin1
Mix this 1/3 electricians wax and 2/3 91% rubbing alcohol. Shake well, and there you go. One bottle will last you years. Never had a case stuck in a die.
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Electricians wax? Is that the stuff we used to use for lubing THHN when we pulled it through conduit?
I bought a bunch of the RCBS lube years ago and have yet to use it all. Never tried anything else.
Imperial,imperial,imperial!!!!!!!!!!!
i use home made lanolin/ alcohol mix, hornady one shot, or Hornady Unique Case Lube. all three are are easy to find or make, and work well on about everything.
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