CTS Case Trimmer Review (In Depth and pic heavy))

[TwinStick]

I just used my CTS trimmer yesterday for the first time. Trimmed 500 cases. The 500th trim was just as smooth at the first. I haven't used any other brand so I can't compare, but this one will probably be the only one I use.

[adrenalinejunkie]

Great review - I know what to do now. Thanks :-)

No problem! Glad I could help out

I just used my CTS trimmer yesterday for the first time. Trimmed 500 cases. The 500th trim was just as smooth at the first. I haven't used any other brand so I can't compare, but this one will probably be the only one I use.

Just a testament to the manufacturing of these trimmers. I've used a few others and this is the one i'm settled on. I don't have to try out any others.

[ExtremeX]

I just used my CTS trimmer yesterday for the first time. Trimmed 500 cases. The 500th trim was just as smooth at the first. I haven't used any other brand so I can't compare, but this one will probably be the only one I use.

What are you trimming with? Drill, Drill Press, something else?

I think I need to get myself a new drill or something of better quality. I got too much wobble in my chuck.

[Finish it]

Wow, great review!
that is my next buy.

[adrenalinejunkie]

Wow, great review!
that is my next buy.

Thanks! I trimmed a couple hundred cases today with the same results and no need for adjustment from the last time. You won't be disappointed.

[IrishJoe3]

I want to know how the heck they can make one for .30 carbine....there's no shoulder to measure from?

[adrenalinejunkie]

I want to know how the heck they can make one for .30 carbine....there's no shoulder to measure from?

I'm not sure haha the only thing I could think to measure off of would be the ejector rim or something. I'm sure if you sent Jim a message he'd be happy to tell you

[707electrician]

Too bad it doesn't chamfer and deburr also

[adrenalinejunkie]

Too bad it doesn't chamfer and deburr also

You don't need to with this trimmer the inside and outside of the case mouth are smooth after the cut. I've loaded up and shot about 200 rounds from CTS trimmed cases so far with no problems

[ExtremeX]

Too bad it doesn't chamfer and deburr also

[707electrician]

You don't need to with this trimmer the inside and outside of the case mouth are smooth after the cut. I've loaded up and shot about 200 rounds from CTS trimmed cases so far with no problems

I load match ammo, I don't want risk the brass scratching the jacket on my bullets nor do I want it scratching my nice match chambers. I like these trimmers that index off the case shoulder because its quick, but once you factor in the chamfer/deburr the whole process slows down. I can pretty quickly process cases through my forster trimmer and with the 3-in-1 cutter it does the trimming, chamfer and deburr all in one step

[Finish it]

I ordered one in 223 and a 308 today!
Thanks!

[ExtremeX]

I ordered one in 223 and a 308 today!
Thanks!

Nice, I got em for .223 and .308 as well... don’t hesitate to contact the seller by e-mail if you have any questions. I have been talking to him on and off with questions and its some of the best service I have received in a long time.

He is also an experienced reloader and has helped me out over and above standard pre-sales and post-sale questions.

[adrenalinejunkie]

I load match ammo, I don't want risk the brass scratching the jacket on my bullets nor do I want it scratching my nice match chambers. I like these trimmers that index off the case shoulder because its quick, but once you factor in the chamfer/deburr the whole process slows down. I can pretty quickly process cases through my forster trimmer and with the 3-in-1 cutter it does the trimming, chamfer and deburr all in one step

Ah got it yeah if that works for you man stick with it.

I ordered one in 223 and a 308 today!
Thanks!

Awesome! Yeah he's a stand-up guy who actually cares about his customers

[SexualChocolate]

Just got my .223 trimmer today. Love this thing, trimmed 300 cases within +/- .003 all with mixed headstamps. This thing trims like butter, leaves a clean cut.

Like others said you can probably get away without chamfering with boat-tail bullets, but I like to do it regardless.

Been trimming on a Lee zip trim up until now, night and freaking day difference.

Great, simple design. I will be getting one in 300 Blackout soon.