shinypartsup from United States, OR Public Profile

I bought the Lee Deluxe Quick Trim trimmer. As part of that system each caliber requires a specific die. I tried the trimmer yesterday and it was quick, easy and hard to mess up. Insert the die in your press, put the trimmer in the top, run a piece of brass up in the die and spin the trimmer. No piece of brass was more than .001 inches off the trim-to recommendation of 2.005 inches. The trimmer has a .006 inch adjustability but I did not need it. The outside chamfer did not work, which is a negative. And technique, as in most things matters -- consistent hand pressure is important. But overall the quality of the dies and trimmer system are great. Except for when a specialty cartridge caliber is needed (though Lee will make a custom QT die for $25 plus shipping), I will never use my old-style "Accutrimmer" again. Lee makes an attachment with an ability for the cutter head to be chucked into a drill for large volume reloaders, or arthritically challenged folks, but I haven't tried that. Another down is the need to purchase a die for each caliber -- but it also means no fiddling with adjustments that can loosen. I wish I found this years ago.

A basic 3x9 hunting scope. Optics are clear. Has held zero with low recoil .243 bolt action rifle. No bells or whistles but for $40 on sale, well worth it. Light weight and nice to have on the shelf ready for the next project.

I really like using this trigger pull guage. Markigns are easy to read, and the readings per 3 tries as recommended in the package insert were identical on the first trigger measured. Follow-up measurements on other firearms were also consistent and appear accurate. I wish the scale went beyond 8 pounds for double action handguns, but useful adjusting trigger pulls on rifles. I'd recommend it.

I like the feel, size, features and solid construction. I'm leaving it in my Jeep near the door, for a a time I may need it. The blade is sharp and a usable length. The steel pin at the end for breaking glass is handy with the seatbelt blade if there is a car accident. The bright color makes it easier to locate if dropped. Nicely designed overall.