Do you have a single stage? If so, put in the correct shell holder (no die) and grab a set of side cutters. Run the round all the way up, gently grab it with the sidecutters and lower the ram. Fastest way I've ever found, far faster than kinetic.

 

Quick-N-EZ Bullet Puller | Frankford Arsenal

Quick-N-EZ Bullet Puller

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this is the one I have.... title is accurate- it's quick and easy.

 

Depends on your definition of "quick" Have similar. Tedious, but it works. Put a cotton ball or dryer lint in the tube and it is easier on the bullet.

 

So, what are your recommendations for a hammer style puller? I looked at RCBS, FA, Double Alpha, Berry's and others. Are there ones to avoid? Is one better than the rest? Thanks! Danny

From what I have seen, just by looks the only difference in any of them is the color.

 

All those plastic ones are pretty much the same. It is what I use but I replace the cheap collet that comes with it and use a shell holder of the proper caliber in its place. Two smacks and it is out.

 

THIS^^^

 

I think all are about the same.
I just buy the cheapest, and glue the o-ring to the three pieces together.

 

I have a Lyman and an RCBS. Both work.

 

Thanks guys! I do have a single stage and hadn’t thought about using it and side cutters. I like the idea of being able to reuse the bullet, but is it worth it? Probably not since these are coated…. Danny

 

If you do it carefully, you can re use the bullet, I have done so for practice for years.

 

Use a RCBS kinetic (hammer) for decades, same one. I strike it on the end grain of a short piece of 2 x 4. I've even been able to salvage the powder (if I had to pull a bunch of them).

Grumpy

 

I have used the RCBS for some time (same as the Frankford Arsenal kinetic puller in green instead of blue). It is ok enough if you put some cotton or other padding in the bottom, but the side cutter method is what I use if keeping the bullet is not important. Most of the time it is not worth the extra time & effort of getting undamaged bullets in the kinetic puller.

 

+ 1 on removing the useless collet and o-ring, just toss them strait off the batt.
I found some high density closed cell foam and cut a plug to fit inside to protect tool and bullets.

 

+ 1 on removing the useless collet and o-ring, just toss them strait off the batt.
I found some high density closed cell foam and cut a plug to fit inside to protect tool and bullets.

Definitely add the foam, or "peanuts", etc - and you might find those o-ring collets suck soooo bad that you want: Lee Auto Prime Hand Priming Tool Shellholder Pack of 11

(Yes, I forget them, too - and i will NOW try again to remember... That oring was PISSING ME OFF, the other day)

edit: OH... and there are two useful ways to empty.. Overturned into a spare scale-pan OR a shotglass (plastic is safer)

 

I forgot to mention this, but a foam earplug works well for padding also. Just stick it in the bottom of the puller.

 

Never thought of that, clever!

 

Have a RCBS and Frankfort, both have small piece of foam rubber stuffed in the bottom where the bullet goes. My original RCBS bought in 75 broke so got a new one. Work/ reloading bench has old solid pine 4”x 4”s for legs and ends, perfect for whacking.

 

it's only as complicated as you make it

 

I've had a QUINETICS or something like that for longer than I can remember. Think it has a lifetime guarantee (if they're still in business?), but I never could break it.

 

QUINETICS

QUINETICS

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Sometimes they break. Keep in mind RCBS warranties it for life. That is what they just told me a few days ago when I had to order a new cap (got to be careful sometimes when using a shell holder inside of it). Very nice of them to send a replacement part free, for something I’ve had probably for 15 years (when my last one broke).

 

Do not spray aerosols (thinking One Shot, but others as well) on the elastic kinetic bullet pullets. The solvents will destroy the plastic.

 

Buy a bullet puller and all that work for 10 coated bullets ?
Just run those loaded rounds through a sizing die with the de-capping pin removed, and you can pull the bullets out with a pair of pliers or maybe even with your fingers.

 

Buy a bullet puller and all that work for 10 coated bullets ?

That was my first thought but he'll use it occasionally as we all do.

 

Picked up one of these to try out.

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Never saw one, interesting. If you care to share your results, it will be appreciated!

 

To me, the thing is, whatever the method used, disassembling questionable or bad reloads (or factory, for that matter) is a matter of practical safety. The responsible thing to do is to break them down into component parts, and recycle, either through re use or as inert trash. At one point, over several years, I accumulated a coffee can full of bad reloads. At that point, it became a nasty job. Done as they happen at the end of a reloading session, easy.

 

I'm guessing your primary goal is to save the bullet for ranging, sure. For that type of bullet you are relegated to the hammer game, for ten rounds any of them will do. If you still have a single stage press laying around and you want a more inclusive method for disassembly, then I would look in to a collet insert type puller. With a smaller diameter collet you can probably grab hold of the nose of your SWC and remove it in a more controlled fashion rather that the slam-bang method.

 

@Horse'nround, That is a good thought! I will check and see what collets I have for the puller I have. I have not used it in forever and will have to dig it out. Danny

 

The heavier the bullet the easier they come out. A 148grain 357 dewc seated flush may take 20 whacks. I use a cleaning patch in the bottom. I've owned the same one <rcbs> since the 80's and have a new Midway on the wall but never had a problem other than the 0ring and use every week.

 

I have Frankfort Arsenal that I have had for years. I have never had the need to cushion the bullet, I have not had a bullet damaged from pulling. Some rounds are hard to pull, takes a lot of wacks. I use the side cutter method if I can, it wont work on short rounds because the bullet does not protrude above the top of my RCBS Jr press. The side cutters will leave a indention on both side, but it does not hurt the bullet. I shoot them for practice and can not tell a difference.

 

Random thoughts on inertia bullet pullers: If you are breaking your inertia bullet puller, it clear you're using it wrong! It is NOT a hammer. Use your wrist to drop the hammer-looking device that is not actually a hammer on something solid (I just drop mine on the concrete floor) and bullets should come out easy after tapping it a few times. Technically, you could drill a hole in the handle and just drop the cartridge holder onto something solid and it would work! Smashing the hammer down using your entirre arm will just tire your arm or break the tool. It's true that the heavier the bullet, the easier it is to drop out... it's called "inertia for a reason! The cartridge case stops suddenly and the bullet tries to keep going. If you have crimped rounds, or rounds that have been loaded for a long time (neck weld), just seat the bullet a little deeper with a seating die, then use the inertia puller. .22's are the worst due to their light weight. I can't imagine anything smaller! I've had my 2 RCBS inertia tools (honestly they should drop the "hammer" name completely! It gives people the wrong impression of how to use it) for many years, my oldest over 30 years (the second I aquired in a trade) since I learned the proper way to use them. RCBS will replace broken parts/or complete tools if you break it. Keep the cap on tight and the collet will remain in pristine condition. My oldest puller has the original collet but the o-ring has been replaced due to the rubber rotting from age! If your collet comes apart, set all 3 pieces together on a flat surface and roll the o-ring down over the top for easy assembly. A bit of tissue in the bottom of the cartridge holder will save soft point bullets from being deformed when they hit the hard plastic. Dump the contents of the cartridge holder into a small pan or box to save & reuse the contents... but only if you are absolutely certain of the powder type! I have pulled hundreds (maybe more!) of bullets from .223 up to .338 WM and my tools still look new, other than being a bit dirty. I like the inertia puller because it doesn't leave marks on the bullets. If that doesn't bother you, the side cutters or a collet type puller works probably just a bit faster. Use yours (no matter what brand) properly and it should outlast you by a couple of generations!
Cheers,
crkckr

 

I put a foam ear plug in the bottom of my puller to cushion the bullet when it comes out of the case.

 

This is another alternative to the k-hammer or a die: