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Effect of case cleaning media on powder & accuracy
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 Posted: Sun Dec 28th, 2008 02:38 AM
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I was wondering if the case cleaning media residue- -the "dust" that's left behind after you tumble your rifle cases & pour out the media- -could affect both the accuracy of your loads and the longevity of the powder thru comtamination?

Is there a "best" case cleaning media for the cleanest final results?


 Posted: Mon Dec 29th, 2008 05:47 AM
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I  have not heard that it had any effect.havent noticed it myself either.



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 Posted: Mon Dec 29th, 2008 12:37 PM
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about the only way that is a concern is if a piece of media got stuck in the flash hole. if that happens, most times the cartridge will still fire, but precision is not predictable.



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