I need lyman top punch

[don3]

I need a #303 Lyman top punch! This is for a #2786709 pointed lyman bullet. thanks for looking

 

[Brad]

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In stock item quantities

Thought it would be easier for me and more convenient for interested parties to consolidate information on how many items I have in stock. I will update this as necessary and when items get low I'll make more. The next thing I plan to run is Lyman/RCBS type sizing dies. NOTE: I will no longer...

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Get a few blank Lyman top punches from Keith and some rapid setting epoxy.

Follow these instructions.

Instructions for making custom top punches

1. Clean out the cavity to remove all the oil. I recommend using a cotton swab with dish detergent and warm water. This will not harm the O-ring. Remember to re-oil or otherwise protect the punch from rust when you're finished with the whole process. 2. Put the proper sizing die in your...

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You will have the top punch that best fits YOUR bullets.

 

[waco]

Here is what his top punch looks like. A little JB weld and you’ll have a custom fit. I really like the o ring for ease of use without needing to use the set screw.

 

[Ian]

Having a pocket full of those blank punches sitting around can come in really handy.

 

[462]

Another plug for Keith's top punches.

 

[Wasalmonslayer]

Great idea if I ever need another I will go this route for sure!

 

[GRMPS]

I've had good luck just using hot melt glue on a clean top punch.
Lube bullet
Fill punch with hot glue and stick the bullet in it.
when cool carve off the excess

 

[waco]

I've had good luck just using hot melt glue on a clean top punch.
Lube bullet
Fill punch with hot glue and stick the bullet in it.
when cool carve off the excess

I'm sure both methods work quite well. The wife has a hot glue gun. I'll have to try this method as well. Thank you.

 

[Gary]

Hot glue it what I've used for quite some AND when I have need for a different profile, I remelt the glue and press in another cast.

 

[462]

Yep, Gary, that exactly what I've done. Multi-purpose top punches.