DYI Annealing Method

[MotherBelgium]

Hi Everyone:

I'm completely new to reloading but thought I would share a method of annealing brass that crossed my mind whilst reorganizing one of my toolboxes.

Here's the link: https://youtu.be/PeHC1mGxx6E

What do you guys think? I apologize if this has already been established as a known method.

-Charles

[kcstott]

Hi Everyone:

I'm completely new to reloading but thought I would share a method of annealing brass that crossed my mind whilst reorganizing one of my toolboxes.

Here's the link: https://youtu.be/PeHC1mGxx6E

What do you guys think? I apologize if this has already been established as a known method.

-Charles

I reloaded for 30 years without ever giving a single thought to annealing.

I own the most expensive annealer made. I only use it on my match ammo. There is little to no benefit on common everyday reloading, and little to be gained for someone hunting. Meaning you will not see enough of a difference on the target to warrant the cost of even a cheep annealer.

My advice, buy decent brass, load it and go shoot. when you get to the point of 1/2 groups then think about match grade barrels and Peterson brass and Berger bullets. Until that day enjoy building great ammo that will shoot 1" all day long

[baih777]

Plenty of videos on youtube.
Usually use a deep socket closer to your size of brass. Wont wobble as much.

[JackEllis]

I reloaded for 30 years without ever giving a single thought to annealing.

I own the most expensive annealer made. I only use it on my match ammo. There is little to no benefit on common everyday reloading, and little to be gained for someone hunting. Meaning you will not see enough of a difference on the target to warrant the cost of even a cheep annealer.

My advice, buy decent brass, load it and go shoot. when you get to the point of 1/2 groups then think about match grade barrels and Peterson brass and Berger bullets. Until that day enjoy building great ammo that will shoot 1" all day long

I'm not among the experts in this forum but I agree with kcstott. I thought about annealing my brass but it doesn't make financial sense and it's not going to help for hunting or plinking ammunition and it's time consuming.

[Adam925]

I just bought Richard Bean’s 3D printed annealer kit for $80 and a few parts from Amazon and the hardware store. I was so impressed with his thoughtful engineering that I couldn’t resist. You can find his video on YouTube, he sells the kit on Etsy.

Anyway, if it wasn’t for my infatuation with Mr Bean’s “Bean Machine” and supporting his cottage business, I wouldn’t even consider annealing…for all the reasons already stated.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1147706025/version-3-brass-annealer-parts-kit-for?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=300+blackout&ref=sr_gallery-1-2&organic_search_click=1

[67Cuda]

I built my own when I had time to burn at one point in time. I probably wouldn't have one except for that. I don't think I'd buy one either.

The method you show doesn't look good for consistency.

[tabascoz28]

Yep lots of diy that can be made for cheaper. The benchrest shooters are on to induction, I just want to extend the life of my processed brass.

[bigbossman]

I reloaded for 30 years without ever giving a single thought to annealing.

Same here, and I've shot (and won) competition for decades. There's no real point for me to anneal .308, .30-06, or any of the calibers I shoot regularly. New brass is easily obtained, so if I start getting neck splits I just toss them and start with a new batch. Maybe a worthwhile endeavor for Bench-rest, I don't know - but those guys wrap themselves around the axle pretty good chasing anything that might give them the advantage.

[iMigraine]

Built my own but looking back, I don't think it's worth if for me since I'm plinking mainly and shoot infrequently. It was fun building one but ultimately unnecessary.

[BigBronco]

I built the DIY induction anealer as seen on YouTube. I doubt it will be necessary for me other than I want my 7.5x55 swiss brass and my 6.5 Jap brass to last longer. A mi use amount of accuracy is a bonus. As why induction? I did not want to run an open flame in the garage if not absolutely necessary.