Hornady Cam-Lock Trimmer - The Firearms Forum

JTofGPD · 12-30-2010, 02:39 AM

I have read conflicting opinions on whether or not this new trimmer/old one will accept RCBS shell holders? I am in need of a trimmer as a majority of my 30-06 brass is pretty darn close to the Max length of 2.494.

I like the price of this trimmer, but do not see the reasoning to get it if my shell holders I already have won't work.

Also, are the mini-lathe trimmers to use on a drill decent as well for trimming?

JTofGPD · 01-04-2011, 02:17 AM

44 views, no opinions?

howlnmad · 01-04-2011, 02:34 AM

I doubt the RCBS shell-holders will be of any use since it's a cam lock system that doesn't require any. The pilot for 30 cal is included so there is nothing else needed.

the morning light · 01-04-2011, 03:39 PM

I have always used the cheap Lee trimmers which work well, but only trim to one length which has been of no problem to me personally. If you get the Hornady, let us know how it works out. Always interested in new items....

312shooter · 01-04-2011, 11:27 PM

The reviews on this product at Midway state that the RCBS and Lee shellholders do NOT work.......Try the Lyman trimmer. I can vouch for its great quality and ease of use as well as creating consistent results within .001. It uses a cam lock style universal shell holder. If you want to save you hands a great deal of arthritis and pain then get the RCBS trim pro, it will be the last trimmer you will ever need to buy, provides very consistent results,requires very little manual work from the reloader and is build like a battleship.

12-30-2010, 02:39 AM	#1
JTofGPD V.I.P. Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Wyoming Posts: 72	Hornady Cam-Lock Trimmer I have read conflicting opinions on whether or not this new trimmer/old one will accept RCBS shell holders? I am in need of a trimmer as a majority of my 30-06 brass is pretty darn close to the Max length of 2.494. I like the price of this trimmer, but do not see the reasoning to get it if my shell holders I already have won't work. Also, are the mini-lathe trimmers to use on a drill decent as well for trimming? --> Last edited by JTofGPD; 01-04-2011 at 02:36 AM..

01-04-2011, 02:17 AM	#2
JTofGPD V.I.P. Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Wyoming Posts: 72	Re: Hornady Cam-Lock Trimmer 44 views, no opinions?

01-04-2011, 02:34 AM	#3
howlnmad Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Harriman, Tn Contributor Posts: 2,566	Re: Hornady Cam-Lock Trimmer I doubt the RCBS shell-holders will be of any use since it's a cam lock system that doesn't require any. The pilot for 30 cal is included so there is nothing else needed. __________________

01-04-2011, 03:39 PM	#4
the morning light V.I.P. Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 288	Re: Hornady Cam-Lock Trimmer I have always used the cheap Lee trimmers which work well, but only trim to one length which has been of no problem to me personally. If you get the Hornady, let us know how it works out. Always interested in new items....

01-04-2011, 11:27 PM	#5
312shooter Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Las Vegas NV Posts: 1,148	Re: Hornady Cam-Lock Trimmer The reviews on this product at Midway state that the RCBS and Lee shellholders do NOT work.......Try the Lyman trimmer. I can vouch for its great quality and ease of use as well as creating consistent results within .001. It uses a cam lock style universal shell holder. If you want to save you hands a great deal of arthritis and pain then get the RCBS trim pro, it will be the last trimmer you will ever need to buy, provides very consistent results,requires very little manual work from the reloader and is build like a battleship. __________________ "Democracy is based on citizenship- perhaps the greatest gift the United States has given to the world- Power is vested in the people themselves, and government flows from the people" James M Henslin