ASK AN EXPERTDescription
- Trims most standard calibers from 0.171" to 0.459" - fits from 5.7 x 28 all the way to 45-70
- Includes both coarse and fine trim length adjustments that will maintain 0.001" repeatability
- 0.490" diameter Cutter Shaft (17 cal. Cutter Shaft required for 17 cal.)
- 5-3/8" long Base
- Accommodates all six case trimmer accessories
- Plus, Forster manufactures the only Case Trimmer that holds the case in a Brown & Sharpe-type collet - keeping your trimming depth consistent, even when the rim diameter varies
- The Original Case Trimmer requires a Collet and Pilot for each case, ordered separately
- Collets #1 through #4 are compatible with the Original Case Trimmer
The Forster "Original" Case Trimmer is the perfect choice for trimming most calibers with bullet diameters from .171"; to .459"; and cartridge length no greater than 2.94";. This trimmer is a perfect choice for the novice or experienced reloader looking to precisely trim down brass cases to within specification. It is a fine mini-lathe that uses the accurate Brown and Sharpe type collets to accurately hold the rims of most rifle and pistol calibers within the range given above. Standard base (5-3/8";) included. Additional short 4-5/8"; base (item 759-955) or long 6-1/2"; base (item 491-050) can be purchased separately to trim shorter or longer cases.
