REVOLVER

CHAMFERING
TOOL KITS

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INTRODUCTION

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INSTRUCTIONS

The Brownells Revolver Chamfer Tool Kit was designed with the assistance and cooperation of noted professional pistolsmith, Ron Power, whose
many years of building some of the finest PPC revolvers in the U.S. brought
invaluable experience and expertise to the project. Until the introduction of
this Kit, tools of this type were almost impossible to obtain commercially,
and even the most proficient pistolsmiths seldom had chamfering tools of
such excellent design and high quality for use in the modern revolver. The
forcing cone is a very critical and sensitive area that greatly affects accuracy and reliability.Very little has been written on how to correct the problems
that are directly traceable to faults in forcing cone design or function.
With these very detailed and complete instructions - plus the Brownells
Revolver Chamfering Tool Kit and the other accessories - you can now make
forcing cone work an important part of the service you offer your customers
and a profitable part of your operation. Youll be very pleased with the results you can achieve.
NOTE: We urge you to read all of these instructions carefully and thoroughly, prior to doing any work.You will be dealing with a critical area of the
revolver; there is little room for error. Be Careful!

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THE FORCING CONE

FUNCTION AND SIGNIFICANCE
Although forcing cones are found in one form or another in almost every
modern breech-loading firearm, it is of no importance whether the revolver
is singe-action, double-action, .22 rimfire or .44 magnum. The forcing cone,
or barrel throat, always functions in the same manner and is extremely important to the safety, reliability and accuracy of the receiver.
The forcing cone is located at the breech end of the barrel, immediately in
front of the cylinder. It can be thought of as a funnel or internal taper at
the beginning of the barrel. The function of the forcing cone is to guide the
bullet into the bore after it has left the cylinder. The forcing cone may vary
in length up to 38" or more, and the angle of internal taper may range from
less than 1 to 45 or more.
Modern firearms manufacturers employ some incredibly sophisticated
and advanced production techniques. But, it is still not financially practical
to produce a revolver in which all six chambers of the cylinder align themselves perfectly with the bore of the barrel under all conditions.As a revolver
is used and develops cylinder/frame wear, the alignment of the individual
cylinder chambers with the barrel bore deteriorates. Under certain conditions, this misalignment can progress to a dangerous condition.
Extreme cases result in the cylinder chamber being so far out of alignment with the barrel bore that the bullet hits the side of the barrel as it
leaves the cylinder. It then skids into the bore and continues on down the
barrel. This condition results in very poor accuracy.

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In some instances, part of the bullet, especially lead bullets, will be forced
from between the cylinder and the barrel. This is often referred to as spittingor shavinglead.It is dangerous to the shooter as well as to bystanders.
As you would expect, the potential accuracy of a revolver is greatly diminished, because the bullet is deformed prior to its entry into the bore. Also,
bullet weight is no longer consistent.
Firearms manufacturers developed the forcing cone as a means of compensating for cylinder-to-bore misalignment brought about either by wear
on the various parts of the mechanism, or by inconsistency in the manufacturing process.
It has only been within the last few years that the significance of the forcing cone as an element of revolver accuracy has begun to be fully realized.
The growth of revolver competition, and the demand for greater accuracy in
revolvers, has played a major role in focusing more attention on the forcing
cone because a well-designed and constructed forcing cone allows for the
smooth entry of the bullet into the bore. The goal is to have minimum bullet
deformation which, in turn, will lead to greater accuracy. A properly constructed forcing cone aids in minimizing lead buildup or leading in the
bore.Again,this causes less bullet deformation,more uniform pressures and
contributes significantly toward greater accuracy.

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BROWNELLS REVOLVER
CHAMFERING TOOL KITS
The Brownells Revolver Chamfering Tools are available as individual
items and in a variety of kits. Lets begin by examining each tool in the Complete Gunsmiths Chamfering Tool Kit and its function.

FIGURE 1 - Complete Certerfire Kit

The Extension Rod (A, Fig. 1) is approximately 1112" long, made of
high-strength stainless steel and threaded at one end to accept a variety of
cutters and laps. The other end has a small, flat area, milled into one side
approximately 18" from the end. This milled area was designed to provide a
locking surface for the tool handle.
The Handle (B, Fig. 1) is secured to the Extension Rod by a small Allen
set screw. A 332" Allen wrench is also provided. (One note of caution at this
point. It is not necessary to apply a great deal of pressure to the Allen screw
when attaching the Handle to the Extension Rod. Make it snug and then
stop. You dont want to strip out the screw threads.)
An Aluminum Center Guide (C, Fig. 1) is provided to both protect
the muzzle of the barrel from possible damage by the Extension Rod and to
ensure that the Extension Rod is centered in the bore. It is utilized by sliding the guide onto the Extension Rod so its tapered portion will extend down
into the bore during use. The Extension Rod is then inserted through the
barrel from the muzzle end.
The Chamfering Cutter (D, Fig. 1) is threaded onto the Extension
Rod after the appropriate Brass Pilot is in place. Three Chamfering Cutters
are provided: an 18 Cutter for 9mm to .41 caliber barrels; an 18 Cutter
for .44 caliber to .45 caliber barrels; an 11 Cutter covering all calibers from
9mm to .45. Also available is a 5 Cutter for .38/.357 which duplicates the
Ruger factory chamfer for these calibers. The 18 chamfer has been used

nal cut has been made, the proper Brass Lap is attached to the Extension
Rod and an abrasive such as the Brownell Abrasive Compound used to coat
the lap. The extension Rod is then rotated in a clockwise direction while the
lap is pulled into the chamber. Normally, very little (if any) polishing is required.
The Brass Pilots (H, Fig 1), which are available in five sizes (.32, .38,
.41, .44, and .45), are very desirable accessory items. By utilizing a Brass Pilot, you can, in many instances, recut or realign off-center forcing cones. The
Pilot also aids in ensuring that the Chamfering Cutter is in proper alignment with the axis of the bore during use in the installation of new barrels.
It is mandatory that a Brass Pilot be used when utilizing a 90 Facing Cutter.

FIGURE 3 - 90 Facing Cutter - Note clearance between Cutter and top strap
The 90 Facing Cutter (J, Fig. 1) is used to square up the breech end
of the barrel.This is especially useful when fitting a new barrel to a revolver.
The use of the Facing Cutter can make this job faster, easier and much more
precise, and is just the ticket for removing high spots on the barrel which
may interfere with cylinder rotation.
The 90 Facing Cutters are available in four diameters: .450, .560, .625
and 687. You should use the Cutter whose diameter just exceeds the diameter of the end of the barrel extension. It should never be smaller than the
extension diameter. Ideally, it should just exceed the diameter of the barrel
extension while not being large enough to contact any point on the inside of
the frame.

The Barrel Chamfering Plug

Gauges (See Fig. 4) are additional accessory items that are very helpful.
Available in five sizes: .22, .32, .38/.357,
.44 and .45 to check either 18 or 11
FIGURE 4 - Plug Gauges
chamfers and in one size (.38/.357) for 5
chamfers: these precision-ground, hardened steel gauges enable you to accurately measure the width of the chamfer and ensure you never remove too
much metal from the barrel extension.

IMPORTANT:
READ BEFORE PROCEEDING

FIGURE 2 - 11 Cutter positioned in barrel throat

quite often by firearms manufacturers, and in most instances, will provide
a slight accuracy advantage when shooting jacketed bullets. The 11 Cutter
was designed by Ron Power after extensive research and experimentation
during which Ron found that the 11 chamfer provided optimum accuracy
when using hollow-base lead wadcutter bullets, the type most often used in
PPC guns.
Additionally, two 82 Cutters (E, Fig. 1) (9mm to .41 caliber and .44 to
.45 caliber) are available to slightly chamfer the inside edge of the rear of
the forcing cone. These Cutters are used only after the forcing cone has been
cut. Their function is to break the sharp corner that may be present on the
inside edge of the barrel chamfer. DO NOT use the 82 Cutter to form a compound angle forcing cone.Test results have shown this is detrimental to good
accuracy.
The Breaker Bar (F, Fig 1) is provided for use as an aid in removing
the various cutters from the Extension Rod. Slots are provided in the end of
each cutter for its use. DO NOT attempt to remove cutters with pliers or
vise grips. Doing so risks almost certain damage.
Brass Laps (G, Fig 1) in various calibers and 11 or 18 are available
for those gunsmiths who wish to polish or lap the chamfer cut. After the fi-

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To date, there is no apparent standard for forcing cone configuration

within the firearms industry. Individual manufacturers utilize a great diversity of designs and, from time to time, change these. Because of this, you
MUST always carefully check the configuration of the existing forcing cone prior to making any modifications. We suggest the use of the
appropriate Brownells Chamfer Plug Gauge following the procedures detailed on page 3 of these instructions, plus a good visual inspection.
You will encounter many revolvers with extremely short, almost non-existent forcing cones.These guns can be helped greatly by using the Brownells
Revolver Chamfer Tools. Occasionally, you may encounter a revolver with a
forcing cone that is cut too deeply when measured with our Plug Gauges;
and some may be larger in diameter than recommended (see Page 3, Column 2, Paragraph 3 of these instructions). When an existing forcing cone is
either too deep or too large, you may be compelled to either accept it as is, or
set the barrel back and reface it prior to cutting a new forcing cone. You
should NEVER recut a forcing cone if doing so will result in a Stepped or
compound angle.

USING THE TOOLS

Begin by making sure your revolver is not loaded.While it is not necessary
in most cases, the removal of the cylinder from the gun will make your work
easier and faster. You may also wish to remove the grips and place the butt

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of the revolver in a suitable padded vise so your hands will be free. The barrel can be in almost any position; horizontal, perpendicular or vertical. Place
it in the position most comfortable for you.
It is a good idea at this point to lay a clean shop cloth through the cylinder opening on the frame in order to catch any stray metal chips, drops of
cutting oil, lapping compound or any other debris that may be removed from
the barrel. You should also run a cleaning patch or two through the barrel
to remove any excessive oil or fouling prior to beginning any work.
Loosen the set screw and place the Chamfering Tool handle on the Extension Rod. The Handle should be secured to the non-threaded end of the
rod in such a manner that the set screw in the Handle enters the small, flat,
milled area on the Extension Rod. Tighten the set screw until the Handle is
secure. DO NOT -- repeat DO NOT -- over-tighten the set screw. You may
strip the threads from the Handle.
Place the Center Guide on the Extension Rod so the tapered portion is
pointing away from the Handle. The Extension Rod can then be inserted
through the barrel from the muzzle end. This should be done carefully. The
Center Guide should then be pushed forward so the tapered portion enters
the barrel bore.

sult in an erroneous reading. Carefully place the appropriate caliber gauge

in the barrel throat, utilizing the knurled handle. If the lower step of the
gauge is above the edge of the barrel extension, then additional chamfering
is needed. If the top of the upper step is BELOW the edge of the barrel extension, TOO MUCH material has been removed (See Fig. 6)! The chamfer should be cut so the lower step is slightly below the edge of the barrel extension, while the top of the upper step is just above the barrel extension
(See Fig. 7). While doing barrel chamfering, it is IMPERATIVE that you

FIGURE 6 - Excessive chamfering

readily apparent in this barrel.

FIGURE 7 - Plug Gauge shown

in properly cut chamfer.

check your work FREQUENTLY with a Barrel Chamfering Plug Gauge.

In utilizing any of the 90 Facing Cutters on the rear-most portion of the
revolver barrel or barrel extension, you should be aware of several points,
especially when fitting a new custom barrel. In no case should the clearance
between the face of the cylinder and the barrel extension (the cylinder gap)
exceed .008". If you have more than .008" cylinder gap, you are almost certain to have lead spitting and excessive loss of gas, thereby reducing your
pressure and velocity.
FIGURE 5 - Barrel throat being recut on Colt Diamondback
If you have a Brass Pilot of appropriate caliber, it can be slipped over the
threaded end of the Extension Rod and gently slid into the bore of the barrel. It will provide an additional aid in aligning the Cutter and the Extension Rod with the axis of the bore.
A Chamfering Cutter can now be threaded onto the Extension Rod. Position the Cutter against the threaded portion of the Extension Rod with one
hand so by turning the Extension Rod Handle with your other hand in a
clockwise direction, the Cutter will be drawn onto the rod. After the Cutter
is properly secured to the Extension Rod, you can begin cutting by gently
pulling on the Handle of the Rod and by rotating the Cutting Head in a clockwise direction.
Cutting oil should always be used with any cutter to increase its effectiveness, aid in ensuring that the cuts will be as smooth as possible, and to
extend the life of the cutter. NEVER under any circumstances, should the
Cutter be turned in a counter-clockwise direction while it is being pulled into the barrel. To do so will dull and possibly ruin, the cutting edges of the
tool. We repeat - NEVER turn any Cutter in a counter-clockwise directon.
You may be surprised at how easily the Cutting Tool operates. Do not get
carried away! It is quite easy to cut more than you should, either when cutting a chamfer or facing off a barrel.
When cutting a chamfer, you normally do not want to have the internal
diameter of the rear-most portion of the chamfered area to be over .020" larger than the diameter of the bullet of the cartridge that is being used. In other words, in a .38 Special revolver, which utilizes a bullet that is normally
.356" to .358" in diameter, the maximum diameter of the chamfer should be
.376" to .378". A very simple and easy way to check this, and to ensure you
do not cut more than you should, is to utilize the Brownells Chamfer Plug
Gauges. By using these Gauges, you can tell at a glance exactly how deep a
cut should be. Above all, be extremely careful when cutting with this tool. It
is very easy to cut too much. Go slow! Be careful!
The precision ground and hardened Barrel Chamfering Plug Gauges are
available in .22, .32, .38, .44 and .45 calibers. Each gauge has an integral pilot to assure precise alignment with the axis of the bore and to minimize
measurement error.The most important part of each gauge is the .0256 step
located at the base of the knurled handle. The top of the lower step and the
top of the upper step represent the minimum and maximum degrees of acceptable chamfering repectively.
These gauges can be used quickly and easily. Begin by carefully cleaning
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FIGURE 8 - Checking cylinder gap with feeler gauge

Ron Power believes the optimum clearance for the cylinder gap is .006" to
.007" (See Fig. 8). According to Ron, the absolute minimum cylinder gap
should be such that with a .004" feeler gauge in place between the face of the
cylinder and the barrel extension, you can pull the revolver through the double action cycle without having the cylinder hang up on the feeler gauge. In
other words, the cylinder should be able to spin freely. With .004", you run
the risk of having a malfunction due to the normal buildup of powder residue
and fouling on the face of the cylinder during firing.
The 908 Facing Cutters can also be utilized to remove high spots on the
barrel extension which may bear against, or drag, on the face of the cylinder. Again, exercise EXTREME CAUTION when utilizing this Cutter. If
you accidentally cut too much and the cylinder gap exceeds .008, you may
be forced to refit the barrel to the revolver! BE CAREFUL!
After the Cutters have been utilized, you may wish to use the Brass Lap,
available for the 11 and 18 chamfers. The Lap is attached to the extension
rod in the same manner as the Cutters. Spread an abrasive compound such
as the Brownell Abrasive Compound Paste on the lap and gently draw it into the chamfer. While rotating the lap in a clockwise direction, pull gently
toward the muzzle. Remove the lap to check the chamfer periodically until
the desired degree of smoothness is obtained.
Depending upon the finish of the chamfer, you may wish to start lapping
with the Brownell 240 Grit Paste and work up to a mirror finish with the

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800 Grit Paste. While a highly polished chamfer sure looks great, it is not
necessary for optimum performance. Also, a highly polished surface will
quickly become etched by hot gases from the chamber when the gun is fired.

FIGURE 9 - Chamfer laps in place

While the procedures are identical to those utilized for the larger calibers,
the .22 caliber chamfering tools are different in two respects: First, due to
the extremely small bore diameter in a .22, it is not practical to utilize either a Brass Pilot or a Center Guide. In lieu of these, we have provided three
Extension Rods in .211", .213" and .215" diameters repectively.

FIGURE 10 - Brownells .22 Chamfer Set

It is necessary to utilize three different sizes due to variations in bore diameter in .22 caliber handguns. After cleaning the barrel, carefully insert
the Extension Rod which provides the closest, snuggest fit. This Extension
Rod will act as a pilot and will properly center the various cutting tools. Second, the .22 kit is available only with an 11 Chamfering Cutter. The 18
Chamfering Cutter is not available in .22 caliber.
After you have completed your work with the Chamfering Tools, be sure
to check the barrel to ensure you did not leave a Brass Pilot in the bore! It is
also necessary to thoroughly clean the bore with a liquid bore solvent and
cleaning patches in order to make certain all metal shavings or traces of lapping compound are removed. The bore should be spotless! The frame and
other parts of the revolver should also be wiped down and lightly oiled.
We are especially proud of our Chamfering Tools. As with all our tools, we
guarantee their quality and construction. If you have any questions relating to their use, or if you have any suggestions for improvements or modifications, please feel free to contact our Technical Services Section by mail or
phone.

CATALOG SECTION
The following items have been selected to help you in your chambering work. The prices shown are correct at the time of printing but are subject to change
without notice. Items will be billed at the price in effect at the time of shipment.

REVOLVER CHAMFERING TOOLS & KITS

Cuts Beautiful, Chatter-Free Chamfer To Eliminate Bullet Splatter, Shaving, and Fouling Buildup - No Lathe Needed, No Need To Remove Barrel From Frame

You dont have to handle very many revolvers to discover that many of the barrels have only a bare minimum chamfer at the throat, no chamfer at all, or one
thats off center. Any of these can force lead and jacket material to be sprayed out of the barrel/cylinder gap and do strange things to the bullet shape, and therefore, accuracy. Plus, fouling will build up between barrel and cylinder, causing the cylinder to drag or lock up. Our Revolver Chamfering Tools are a custom, precision reaming system designed to help you cut a beautiful, chatter-free, perfectly centered chamfer without dismantling the barrel from the frame. The Extension Rod slides into the bore; screw on the Cutter; add the centering cone and the handle, and youre ready to go. All of the Kits let you choose the angle of the
Chamfer Cutter, the size of Facing Cutter and the Pilot. All include instructions and come in a see-through-top box with plenty of room to start with a Basic Kit
and add more components later.

.22/.32 CALIBER TOOLS

STOCK #
#080-

Cal. Choose One

.22
.32
495
496

90 Facing CUTTER Choose One

.400"
.425"
.468"
400
425
468

.525"
525

Advise # .22 Intermediate Chamfering Kit 8K00VBX . . . . . . . . .$ 89.34

Advise # .32 Intermediate Chamfering Kit 8K00AYT . . . . . . . . . .101.26

.22/.32 MASTER CHAMFERING KIT - Includes: (3) Pilot/Shafts (.211", .213", .215"
diameter, 12" long) to hold and center cutters in .22 bores; 11, .22 caliber Cutter;
11, .22 Brass Lap; 11, .32 caliber Cutter; 11, .32 Brass Lap; 18, .32 caliber Cutter, 18, .32 caliber Brass Lap; .32 caliber Pilot Bushing; .32 caliber Centering Cone;
four 90 Facing Cutters; K-22 Adapter and .32 Facing Cutter Adapter to allow use
of larger facing cutters from .38-.45 Kits for larger frame .22s and .32s; Handle;
Breaker Bar; Allen Wrench and Fitted Bench Box.
#080-496-232 .22/.32 Master Chamfering Kit,
8K00CHD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 166.70
.22 and .32 BASIC CHAMFERING KITS - .22 Basic Kit includes: three Pilot/Shafts;
11 Cutter, 11 Brass Lap; Handle; Breaker Bar; Allen Wrench and Fitted Bench
Box. .32 Basic Kit has: .215" (5.46mm) diameter Pilot/Shaft; 11, .32 Cutter; 11,
.32 Brass Lap; 18, .32 Cutter, 18, .32 Brass Lap; .32 Brass Pilot; Centering Cone;
Handle; Breaker Bar, Allen Wrench and Fitted Box.
#080-494-022 .22 Basic Chamfer Kit 8K00PUA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 73.94
#080-494-032 .32 Basic Chamfer Kit 8K00BXC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90.27
.22 and .32 INTERMEDIATE CHAMFERING KITS - Contains everything in the .22
or .32 Basic Kit, plus one 90 Facing Cutter of your choice as shown in the charts
below.
EXAMPLE: Order a .32 Caliber, Intermediate Kit with .525 Facing Cutter as #080496-525.

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.32 CALIBER ADD-ON CHAMFERING KIT - Adds .32 caliber capabilities to an existing .22 Chamfering Kit without duplicating existing tools. Includes: .32, 11
Chamfer Cutter; .32, 11 Brass Lap; .32, 18 Cutter, .32, 18 Brass Lap; .32 Pilot
Bushing; .32 Centering Cone; and .32 Facing Cutter Adapter that allows use of .38.45 Facing Cutters.
#080-494-332 .32 Add-On Kit 8K00DZA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 64.22
.22 and .32 CHAMFERING KIT PARTS
#080-498-022 .22 Chamfer Cutter 8K00TPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 26.79
#080-499-220 .22 Brass Lap 8K00AVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.57
#080-498-032 .32 11 Chamfer Cutter 8K00VBA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24.43
#080-499-032 .32 11 Brass Lap 8K00VBX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.13
#080-498-033 .32 18 Chamfer Cutter 8K00TPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.80
#080-499-033 .32 18 Brass Lap 8K00HDZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.49
#080-503-032 .32 Pilot Bushing 8K00BXC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.89
#080-499-132 .32 Center Cone 8K00YTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.44
#080-500-400 .400" .22/.32 Face Cutter 8K00AYT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20.36
#080-500-425 .425" .22/.32 Face Cutter 8K00UAV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20.36
#080-500-468 .468" .22/.32 Face Cutter 8K00XCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20.36
#080-500-525 .525" .22/.32 Face Cutter 8K00ZAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20.36
#080-497-211 .211" .22/.32 Pilot Shaft 8K00PUA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.96
#080-497-213 .213" .22/.32 Pilot Shaft 8K00BXC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.96
#080-497-215 .215" .22/.32 Pilot Shaft 8K00DZA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.96
#080-501-000 .22/.32 Chamfer Handle,
8K00PUA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.11
#080-485-000 .22/.32 Breaker Bar 8K00AVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.69

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.38-.45 CALIBER TOOLS

INDIVIDUAL CHAMFERING TOOLS
5 CHAMFER CUTTER - Super gentle angle as currently used by Ruger on their
.38/.357 DA guns. If you set back a Ruger barrel or just want to duplicate this angle on any other barrel, use this cutter. You CANNOT use 18 or 11 cutters on a
5 throat without exceeding maximum throat diameter or making a compound angle.
11 CHAMFER CUTTER - Recommended by Ron Power. The gentler entry angle
causes less bullet deformation and gives better accuracy (especially important for
wadcutter shooters). One size for all calibers from .38 to .45. Use with pilots in
chart.
.38-.45 BASIC CHAMFERING KIT - The BASIC KIT consists of Handle, Tool Extension Rod, Centering Guide, one 5, 11 or 18 Chamfer Cutter, a cutter removing Breaker Bar, 332" Allen Wrench and the Kit Box.
STOCK #
#080-479-385
#080-479-451

Cham. cutter
5/.38 cal.
11/.38-.45 cal.

STOCK #
#080-479-388
#080-479-458

Cham. Cutter
18/.38 cal.
18/.45 cal.

Advise # Basic Chamfering Kit 8K00VBX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 54.79

.38-.45 INTERMEDIATE CHAMFERING KIT - The INTERMEDIATE KIT adds one
Facing Cutter and one Pilot of your choice to the Basic Kit. EXAMPLE: Order a kit
with 11 Chamfer Cutter, .560 Facing Cutter and .38 Pilot as #080-480-261.
Chamfering
90 Facing
STOCK #
CUTTER
CUTTER
PILOT
Choose One
Choose One
Choose One
5
11 18
18
.38 .38/45 .38
.45 .540 .560 .625 .687
.38
.41
.44
.45
#080-480- 1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
Advise # Intermediate Chamfering Kit 8K00BXC . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 84.81
COMPLETE .38-.45 CHAMFERING KIT - To cover the whole nine yards theres the
COMPLETE GUNSMITHS CHAMFERING TOOL KIT. You get two 18 chamfer Cutters, two 18 Brass Laps, the 11 Brass Lap, the 11 Chamfer Cutter, both
82 Chamfer Cutters, all four 90 Facing Cutters, all four Chamfer Tool Pilots and,
of course, the Handle, Tool Extension Rod, Centering Guide, Breaker Bar, and 332"
Allen Wrench . . . all in the fitted, plastic, bench box.
#080-481-000 Complete .38-.45 Chamfering Kit 8K00TPU . . . . . . . . .$ 191.78

FACING CUTTER ADAPTERS

Use Small Cutters On .38-.45 Rod; Large Ones on .22/.32 Rod

J FRAME FACING CUTTER ADAPTER - Adapts .525" diameter. Facing Cutter from
.22/.32 Kits to .38-.45 Extension rod for facing J frame barrels.
SPECS: Steel. 138" (3.4cm) long. 8-32 male, 10-32 female thread.
#080-500-001 J Frame Adapter 8K00CHD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 8.94
.32 FACING CUTTER ADAPTER - Allows mounting .38-.45 90 Facing Cutters on
the .22/.32, .215" (5.46mm) diameter. Pilot/Shaft for .32s with barrel face over
.525". Integral pilot.
SPECS: Brass, 1516" (23.8mm) long. 10-32 male, 8-32 female thread.
#080-504-032 .32 Face Center Adapter 8K00TPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 7.97
K-22 FACING CUTTER ADAPTER - Adapts .540" diameter, .38-.45 Revolver Chamfering, 90 Facing Cutter to the .210" diameter, .22/.32 Revolver Chamfering Pilot/Shaft for chamfering Smith & Wesson K-22s.
SPECS: Steel. 1516" (3.3cm) long. 10-32 male, 8-32 female thread.
#080-504-022 K-22 Adapter 8K00DZA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 8.71

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18 CHAMFER CUTTER - Our standard cutter. The angle is right for jacketed bullets as well as round nose and semi-wadcutter lead bullets. It will remove most factory cuts without exceeding the maximum recommended throat diameter or creating a compound angle. Use the .38 cutter for 9mm through .41; use the .45 cutter for .44 through .45.
82 CHAMFER CUTTER - Use to lightly break the outside edge of the new chamfer.
90 CHAMFER CUTTER - Another Ron Power trick-of-the-trade. Use to adjust
barrel/cylinder gap, square the rear barrel face and eliminate high spots. Four
Sizes: .540", for Ruger Security Six, GP-100; S&W K; Colt Mk III, Official Police;
Charter Arms; .560", for S&W L; .625", for S&W N; Ruger Blackhawk, Super Blackhawk; .687", for Ruger Redhawk.
STOCK #
#080-486-100
#080-486-200
#080-486-300
#080-486-400
#080-486-382
#080-486-452
#080-492-540
#080-492-560
#080-492-625
#080-492-687

DEGREE
5
11
18
18
82
82
90
90
90
90

FITS
.38
.38-45
.38
.45
.38
.45
.540
.560
.625
.687

PRICE
8K00CHD $ 30.50
8K00AYT $ 30.23
8K00UAV $ 32.58
8K00ZAY $ 30.23
8K00XCH $ 16.85
8K00PUA $ 21.68
8K00AVZ $ 21.41
8K00YTP $ 23.53
8K00AVB $ 29.35
8K00CHD $ 41.15

BRASS LAPS - Although the chamfer cutters do a fabulous cutting job, we have
available 11 and 18 brass laps for those who want to put on the final touch of perfection. The laps are used with very fine abrasive, which penetrates the brass and
works as a final polish to the chamfer cuts.
STOCK #
#080-490-381
#080-490-388
#080-490-458

DEGREE
11
18
18

FITS
.38-.45
.38
.45

PRICE
8K00DZA $ 4.10
8K00VBX $ 3.10
8K00YTP $ 3.10

CHAMFER TOOL PILOTS - (Also a Ron power suggestion.) Removable brass pilots
precisely center breech end of Chamfer Tool Extension Rod to eliminate any possibility of cutter runout. Do not interfere with cutting action or chip removal. Four
sizes: .38 (.346), .41 (.398), .44 (.416), .45 (.442).
STOCK #
#080-493-001
#080-493-002
Advise #
#080-482-000
#080-483-000
#080-484-000
#080-485-000
#080-100-391

DICROPAN T-4

FITS
.38
.41

STOCK #
#080-493-003
#080-493-004

FITS
.44
.45

Chamfer Tool Pilot 8K00AYT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 4.93

Chamfer Tool Handle 8K00VBX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.81
Chamfer Extn. Rod 8K00HDZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.20
Chamfer Center Guide 8K00YTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90
Chamfer Breaker Bar 8K00AVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.69
Chamfer Kit Box 8K00PUA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.28

BROWNELLS

Tough, Easy-To-Use,
Deep-Colored, Professional Touch-Up Blue
T-4 is in the catalog because of customer demand. As Maynard
Buehler said: THIS is the BEST yet. Every time a new gun blue
comes on the market, we test it on a piece of gun barrel. We blue
three spots: one with the new blue, one with Oxpho- Blue and
one with T-4. A day later we start rubbing all three areas with
steel wool until one of them starts wearing off. So far, Oxpho
Blue is toughest and T-4 next. However, for ease of application
and deep density of color, T-4 is superior. Its ability to touch-up
wear and scratches instantly has made it a favorite. 100% Guaranteed!
SPECS: 4 fl. oz. (118 ml), 8 fl. oz. (237 ml), 16 fl. oz. (473 ml), 32 fl. oz. (.946 L) or 1 gallon (128 fl. oz./3.8 L) net contents.
#082-056-004 4 oz. T-4 2H05V98 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 9.05
#082-056-008 8 oz. T-4 2H00VZA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.74
#082-056-016 16 oz. T-4 2H00TPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.21
#082-056-032 32 oz. T-4 2H00VBX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20.85
#082-056-128 Gallon T-4 2H00DZA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69.65

GUN/PARTS CLEANING BRUSH

Built For Guns Double Ends Give
Double Service
Developed of super-tough, solvent-proof polypropylene to really take it when
youre cleaning down in actions; scrubbing parts; trying to get into those hard-toget-at-places. Dual-head design with a special, notched toothbrush at one end
and a single row of short, stiff bristles at the other. Works Great!
SPECS: 7" (17.8cm) overall.
#676-450-001 Gun/Parts Brush 6G01Y97 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 3.45
#676-450-006 Gun/Parts Brushes, 6-pak, 6G08Y05 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.95

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TYPE
Chamfer
Chamfer
Chamfer
Chamfer
Chamfer
Chamfer
Facing
Facing
Facing
Facing

UNIVERSAL DO-DRILL
Our Most Popular Drilling, Machining,
Tapping And Cutting Oil
The best product weve ever offered for tapping, drilling and
cutting all types of steels. Excellent for chambering and boring
jobs. Will speed production and reduce tool costs in your shop.
Non-evaporating, does not require stream application, follows
the tap or drill in the work.
SPECS: Net contents; 16 fl. oz. (473 ml) or 1 gal. (128 fl. oz./3.8 L). Can
be sent UPS.
#083-007-016 16 oz. DO-DRILL 3H00AYT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 4.85
#083-008-128 1 Gallon DO-DRILL 3H00UAV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27.85

BRONZE WOOL
For All Those Jobs
Where Steel Wool Just Isnt Right
Can be used for just about everything that
steel wool is used for, yet it has features that
make it so much better in so many cases! Will
not rust, nor is it as abrasive as steel wool. Its just
about perfect for rubbing down a nicely blued gun that
has just a bit of rust or crud that must be removed. It will
not rub through blue as steel wool will. Bronze strands are longer and softer, so
wont break down as easily, or shard off into work. Great for removing stripper-softened stock finish, or taking off whiskers during stock finishing.
SPECS: #00 (Fine) and #1 (Medium) #3 (Coarse). Packed 8 pads in bag per grade.
#439-200-101 #00 Bronze Wool Pads 9C00VBX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 8.48
#439-200-201 #1 Bronze Wool Pads 9C00HDZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.48
#439-200-300 #3 Bronze Wool Pads 9C00YTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.48

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BROWNELLS

BARREL CHAMFERING
PLUG GAUGES

SILICON CARBIDE

ABRASIVE COMPOUND

For Maximum Accuracy & Results

Using Pistol Chamfering Tools

Sharp-Edged Silicon Carbide

Self-Lubricating Petroleum Base

There is a very narrow, (.004") throat diameter

range where maximum accuracy is obtained. Go
smaller or larger and accuracy will suffer. By simply
slipping the Plug Gauge into the barrel throat, its
possible to tell at a glance when you are approaching the correct diameter.Warns you before you go too
far. Also valuable as a diagnostic tool for guns brought in with
accuracy complaints, (designed for chamfers cut with our tools
- may not give a correct reading on guns with other degrees of
chamfer). Each gauge is self-piloted, precision-ground, hardened and stepped to show minimum and maximum optimum diameters. 11 and 18 Gauge measures both chamfer angles.
Sizes .22RF; .32; .38/.357; .41; .44; .45. 5 Ruger-Style Gauge
available in .38/.357, .44 and .45 caliber only.
SPECS: 114" (3.2cm) long. Steel. Instructions included. 11-18
gauges measure forcing cones with either angle. 5, .38/.357
gauge is designed for Ruger .38/.357s which began using this angle about 1983. Complete Set includes the Rimfire Gauge, all
eight Centerfire Gauges and Instructions in a Bench Kit Box.

The very best abrasive compound for hard fitting two pieces
of steel. Stands up to continued fitting even on hardened and
heat-treated steel. Silicon carbide grit combined with a thick,
long lasting lubricant breaks down into smaller and smaller
sharp-edged particles to keep cutting longer than aluminum oxide compounds. For use on steel only. Remove with solvent.
SPECS: 4 fl. oz. (118 ml).
STOCK #
#083-045-120
#083-045-180
#083-045-240
#083-045-320
#083-045-400
#083-045-500
#083-045-600
#083-045-800

GRIT SIZE
120
180
240
320
400
500
600
800

PRICE
3H08Z74 $ 12.48
3H08Z74 $ 12.48
3H08Z74 $ 12.48
3H09Z40 $ 13.39
3H09Z40 $ 13.39
3H10Z07 $ 14.34
3H16A41 $ 23.44
3H16A41 $ 23.44

INDIVIDUAL PLUG GAUGES

STOCK #
#080-580-132
#080-580-138
#080-580-141
#080-580-144
#080-580-145
#080-580-538
#080-580-539
#080-580-540
#080-580-122

ANGLE
11-18
11-18
11-18
11-18
11-18
5
5
5
Rimfire

CALIBER
.32 Cal.
.38/.357 Cal.
.41 Cal.
.44 Cal.
.45 Cal.
.38/.357 Cal.
.44 Cal.
.45 Cal.
.22 Cal.

PRICE
8K00DZA $
8K00TPU $
8K00VBX $
8K00HDZ $
8K00YTP $
8K00AVB $
8K00CHD $
8K00AYT $
8K00BXC $

29.69
29.69
29.69
29.69
29.69
29.69
25.85
25.85
24.98

#080-580-541 5 .44 & .45 Add-on Set 8K00UAV . . . .$ 46.05

#080-579-100 Complete Plug Gauge Set 8K00PUA 144.65
912 S & W PLUG GAUGES - The factory throat chamfer
angle on most recent, .38, K and L frame Smiths is 912. If
it isnt right, lead spitting and inaccuracy will result. Setting the barrel back and recutting with our 11 cutter.
SPECS: 114" (3.2cm) long. Steel. Instructions included.
#080-580-935 K 912 Plug Gauge 8K00XCH . .$ 21.25
#080-580-938 L 912 Plug Gauge 8K00ZAV . . . .21.25

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BROWNELLS
SILICON CARBIDE
ABRASIVE KIT
Seven, Shop-Proven Grits
Puts the most useable selection of our shop proven, oil-based,
silicon carbide abrasive compound together in a convenient trypak. Handy, 2 oz. jars give you just the right amount of long lasting, sharp-edged abrasive that cuts longer and wont break
down.The best choice for close fitting of hardened and tempered
steels. 4 oz. replacement container listed above.
SPECS: 2 fl. oz. (59 ml). Kit contains 120, 180, 240, 320, 400, 600
and 800 grit.
#080-905-000 Silicon Carbide Abrasive Kit,
8K38D93 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 52.62

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