Induction annealing

[ExFlyinguy]

I've been watching some YouTube channels regarding precision shooting/reloading.

I first came across a tool called AmpAnnealing, and the pricetag is in the ball park of ~$1500 which is well above what my budget can afford.

I currently use a propane torch, but I came across this DIY induction video today, and I'm going to put it on my bucket list.

[flatstick]

That looks really interesting. seems like it works well and not priced too high . if you try it let us know how it works . thanks for the info !

[bogey1]

I dont anneal but if I did I'd do the old trusty map gas. The way I saw it years ago,
the shell would be dumped in cold water as soon as it was annealed. This guy didn't do that.

[ExFlyinguy]

I dont anneal but if I did I'd do the old trusty map gas. The way I saw it years ago,
the shell would be dumped in cold water as soon as it was annealed. This guy didn't do that.

That's how I do it now (with flame). I'm still learning and I am a novice at best. Quenching in water is not needed to anneal brass. If water is used it's usually just to keep the base from softening during the process.

[bogey1]

Check this setup out. Not a fan of their sizer though.

[ExFlyinguy]

^Cool stuff. Silly me I use a pair of plyers and a torch

[P89]

^Cool stuff. Silly me I use a pair of plyers and a torch

Don't feel bad.

[bogey1]

^Cool stuff. Silly me I use a pair of plyers and a torch

If I annealed I'd do the same. No sense spending a fortune on something
that wont be used very much.

[Delkal]

^Cool stuff. Silly me I use a pair of plyers and a torch

It is better to put the cases in a pan of water about 2/3 up the case and just heat the neck. Heat it up to red and tap it over to cool. This is more of a pain but you do not want to anneal the rear of a case.

[ExFlyinguy]

It is better to put the cases in a pan of water about 2/3 up the case and just heat the neck. Heat it up to red and tap it over to cool. This is more of a pain but you do not want to anneal the rear of a case.

I think I'll take your advice, especially with my short .300BLK cases