Hornady Annealing Kit User Manual

Case Neck

Annealing Kit

PRODUCT INSTRUCTIONS

Reloading is an enjoyable and rewarding hobby that is easily conducted with
safety. Carelessness or negligence can make any hobby hazardous. All Hornady
reloading tools and supplies are designed with the user’s safety in mind. However,
since Hornady Mfg. Co. has no control over the manner in which products or
components are used in the reloading operation, we cannot assume any liability
for damage which may result from the use of the products or the information given
herein. It is the responsibility of you, the user, to follow generally accepted safety
practices.

GENERAL

Use all reloading tools and supplies as the manufacturer recommends.
Study the instructions carefully and become thoroughly familiar with the
operation of tools and supplies. Observe good housekeeping in the reloading
area. Keep all tools and supplies neat, clean and orderly. Promptly clean
all primer and powder spills. Know your components. Study manufacturer’s
manuals to properly identify all components and use them according to their
recommendations. Perform all tasks relative to reloading only when you can
give it your complete attention. Do not perform these activities when you are
ill or fatigued. Develop a routine to avoid mistakes and avoid haste. Always
wear eye protection. You assume reasonable risk during reloading-related
tasks and doing so without safety glasses is adding an unnecessary risk.
Use only laboratory tested and approved reloading and component data
and reloading procedures. We highly recommend the Hornady Handbook of
Cartridge Reloading as your source for current information.

CASE ANNEALING

Never apply heat to any loaded cartridge or primed case. Always verify that
all cases you intend to anneal are empty and unprimed. Do not assume
an indented primer is spent. It could have been a misfire. When heated
sufficiently, such primer will detonate, ejecting the cup with dangerous
force. Examine all cases to be annealed. Discard any case with cracks
or splits, enlarged primer pockets, serious dents, corrosion, or excessive
thinning between the body and the web. Do not anneal cases within one inch
of the case head. Annealing in this area removes necessary strength and
hardness required for cartridge performance and shooter safety. Never use
any case suspected of case head annealing crush and discard any such case
immediately.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED

• Power screwdriver or variable speed electric drill (1/4" hex drive).

• Propane torch 1/2" or 5/8" diameter tip preferred.

• Flat and stable work area of sufficient size, free of flammable objects
and supplies.

• Large bench vise (optional for clamping the propane torch).

• Largemouth container (such as a three pound coffee can) with sufficient
water to completely immerse all annealed cases.

• Sufficient light to allow observation of color change in temperature
sensing material.

• Safety glasses.

• Heat resistant gloves.