Swage Tool

[Dan18]

I have a Swage tool that came with a 45 caliber slug gun...I can't figure out how to easily get the lead slug our of the tool...if a even tap the plunger with a small amount of pressure the slug won't leave the tool... when I push on the rod by the nose of the slug...what maintenance should I do to the tool ...it appears clean I have oiled it to aid in dropping out the slug still NG

[Gussy]

Did you prelube the slug before forming? I've not used what you have, but modern swaqging requires a prelubed slug for easy removal. Try Lyman spray case lube.

[Kenny Wasserburger]

Slug must be oiled before swaged or you will have trouble. 3&1 oil is real good for this.

KW

[Dan18]

Slug must be oiled before swaged or you will have trouble. 3&1 oil is real good for this.

KW

thanks for all the advice, will try lubing the slug instead of the tool...I think that's the way to go...Dan

[Kurt]

You don't want to use to much lube or it will make an ugly looking bullet
My swage lube is a mix of mineral oil and lanolin. a very thin almost dry coat on a case lube pad like a RCBS or just a little on your finger tips if your just doing a few will do.