Lets talk trimmers

[Torque]

Whidden adjustable lock rings should be standard equipment on a giraud. They are awesome on there.

That is a fact! I went with the Giraud over the Henderson because the Giraud trims off the shoulder and not the entire case length, which gives the same neck length on each piece of brass. Which, based off my own logic, would produce a more uniform surface contact with the bullet than trimming to a certain length.

A cheaper option is the Lyman trimmer which uses the same concept.


The Henderson is a great trimmer and they are really nice people to talk to. I am not knocking their product, but I like the Giraud trim method.

Using a K&M case holder/power adapter handle will save your hands a lot of fatigue.

 

[PopNFresh]

I've thought about using my km holder a few times, just figured it would add time to the whole operation

 

[Axlrod]

I have used the Forster power case trimmer in my drill press over 10 years. Once it's set up, I can trim 10 cases per minute. I have their 3in1 cutters, that debur and chamfer while trimming.

 

[SDHNTR]

My beef with the Giraud is that little spring loaded plunger insert inside the bushing. It’s sloppy. You have to twist the case round and round (which shouldn’t be necessary with a rotary cutter) to get an even chamfer. On the fat cases like .300 wsm or PRCs, it works much better since there is no plunger thingy.

 

[TSnave]

I use Giraud Tri-way trimmers for 223 and 308 because those are my competition calibers and I'm usually trimming several hundred at a time. For low-volume trimming I find that the Lee case gauges work just fine. I've got a drill permanently mounted to my bench and just swap in whichever tool I'm using at the moment.

 

[wind gypsy]

I like my giraud. Would be hard to not get hornady if starting over from a value standpoint. I have seen some folks less than thrilled with how pilots impact inside neck surfaces from the henderson/hornady style but no idea if that is a real issue or not from experience.

Bought a 223 WFT years ago when i only had a forster trimmer. Used it once or twice before moving on. I dont even recall what I liked/disliked other than I recall not being that thrilled with it.

 

[Ishootgunssometimes]

I have the WFT and I like it for the cost but it doesn’t have a 3-way cutter like the others so it’s way slower.

I’m also typically only reloading for one cartridge until the barrel is burned out. It’s not simple to adjust the length setting with a set screw, so if I was frequently changing that length trying to do multiple cartridges with one housing, I’d get annoyed for sure.

I only load 1 caliber at a time too at the moment. But I think if you had a “master case” in each cartridge it would be quick to adjust the trimmer.

 

[Lawnboi]

That is a fact! I went with the Giraud over the Henderson because the Giraud trims off the shoulder and not the entire case length, which gives the same neck length on each piece of brass. Which, based off my own logic, would produce a more uniform surface contact with the bullet than trimming to a certain length.

A cheaper option is the Lyman trimmer which uses the same concept.


The Henderson is a great trimmer and they are really nice people to talk to. I am not knocking their product, but I like the Giraud trim method.

Using a K&M case holder/power adapter handle will save your hands a lot of fatigue.

Does the k&m allow you to twist the case

 

[wind gypsy]

Does the k&m allow you to twist the case

It would yes.

I have K&M neck turning stuff and the associated case holders. I cant imagine wanting to use them with the giraud though just from a speed standpoint. I just wear gloves if i'm doing a bunch.

 

[HuntHarder]

I found a good deal on a Hornady 3 in 1. Couldn't pass it up. Looks like a solid trimmer that will fit the bill nicely. Thanks for all the recommendations.

 

[Thinkingman]

I'm looking for a case trimmer/prep station.
Cases would be 7PRC, 300WSM, 6CM.
Any reason you wouldn't use this?

 

[Torque]

Does the k&m allow you to twist the case

Yes. The handle holds the case. You can turn the handle with no problems.

 

[Torque]

It would yes.

I have K&M neck turning stuff and the associated case holders. I cant imagine wanting to use them with the giraud though just from a speed standpoint. I just wear gloves if i'm doing a bunch.

I just don't get in a hurry. So, the handle is great for me. When I'm dealing with things that could end my life or the lives of those around me, I do not worry too much about speed. I reload for the enjoyment of the process and the results it gives me at the range. A few extra seconds per case is no big deal.

 

[SDHNTR]

Does the k&m allow you to twist the case

Yes, talk to me about this K and M jobber.

 

[Dave Thomas]

I've been using the Henderson for a few years now and love it.

 

[Torque]

Yes, talk to me about this K and M jobber.

Power Adapter Handle

Power adapter for use with a cordless drill for turning with the Micro-Adjustable Neck Turner.

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Power Grip - K+M Precision Shooting Products

Power Grip to be used with power adapter (new laser etched style) to make it easier to tighten down your case without tools.

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Power Adapter with Shell Holder

Power adapter for use with a cordless drill for turning with the Micro-Adjustable Neck Turner.

kmshooting.com

 

[vonb]

Giraud. Had it ~14 years and it was the single best investment on the loading bench. Total time saver.

 

[Yaremkiv]

I have a Giraud and wish I had a Henderson.

Why?

 

[Mike D Texas]

I love my Henderson but I bought it when the Hornady didn’t exist. If I was buying now I’d get the Hornady. It’s very similar in design but has several little improvements and comes with pilots for various calibers vs paying $70 for a Henderson pilot for each caliber

Same here and what he said.

 

[SDHNTR]

Why?

I mentioned it above, the spring loaded plunger thing in the bushing is sloppy.