Been making my own ferrells from shells like a lot do but was wondering what you use to cut them ? I cut them on a lathe but only have a wide parting tool which doesn't work very well. Thanks
What type of material are you using for ferrules? Some of the softer metals (Brass, copper) can be cut using standard wood lathe tools, of course it will dull them quickly(and wear them out faster), but can be done. I guess a guy could use a file and sandpaper too, good idea to slow down the turning speed when cutting non-wood pieces. I am far from an expert here, I learned on my own, so maybe someone with more experience will chime in as well.
Quote from: gergg on April 17, 2022, 08:44:42 AM
What type of material are you using for ferrules?
I think he's saying he's using brass casings.
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Yes, I use brass casings. Some antler also but prefer the look of brass. Does someone make and sell ferrules? Thanks
I've never found anything that works better than a hacksaw blade, and I've cut a few in the last 20 years.
Thanks olbob
Tubing cutter.
Thanks EZ
Cut mine on a bandsaw
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Ah, I see, you were just trying to cut them off....sorry, I thought you were trying to shape something....
No problem gergg, thanks for all replies.
Go to hobby lobby and get packs of ferrells already cut did sizes
Quote from: NCbowjunkie on April 17, 2022, 05:53:04 PM
Go to hobby lobby and get packs of ferrells already cut did sizes
I went to there website and put a search for Ferrell's nothing came up
Quote from: outdoors on April 17, 2022, 06:17:53 PM
I went to there website and put a search for Ferrell's nothing came up
Don't know if it'll help with search terms but the word is ferrule. Ferrules.
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https://www.amazon.com/Shark-12272-0-1875-Inch-Ferrules-5-Pack/dp/B00JW1PIW8/ref=asc_df_B00JW1PIW8?tag=bngsmtphsnus-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=80676783972125&hvnetw=s&hvqmt=e&hvbmt=be&hvdev=m&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4584276309824280&psc=1
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Quote from: tap.emtp on April 17, 2022, 08:33:20 AM
Been making my own ferrells from shells like a lot do but was wondering what you use to cut them ? I cut them on a lathe but only have a wide parting tool which doesn't work very well. Thanks
Harbor freight mini cutter. Most 3oo blackout reloaders use it to trim brass. A little harder on the saw trimming near the casing head, but will work fine.
Thanks Scpossum, we just got a Harber Freight in my town and it's shows one available.
I use a copper pipe cutter from Lowes or home depot