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They have the replacement blades in a three pack at Harbor freight they are metal blades with tiny teeth, just like the original blade. About $1.
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3D Printed 300 Blackout Cutoff Chute
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They have the replacement blades in a three pack at Harbor freight they are metal blades with tiny teeth, just like the original blade. About $1.
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Trimmed a little over 400 cases tonight in about 20 minutes. Only stopped when my fingers cramp lol. Very little mess and zero jams! 
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Trimmed a little over 400 cases tonight in about 20 minutes. Only stopped when my fingers cramp lol. Very little mess and zero jams!
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Nice job. My fingers cramp from holding down the safety tab...
I installed a new blade last week, it was the original from 2017. I know the blade rotation but this new one does not cut as clean as what yours appears to cut. Each piece is different and have to very the feed of the blade, I'm wondering if it is defective. I'll change to the 2nd new blade since it came in a 3 pack.
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Nice job. My fingers cramp from holding down the safety tab...
I installed a new blade last week, it was the original from 2017. I know the blade rotation but this new one does not cut as clean as what yours appears to cut. Each piece is different and have to very the feed of the blade, I'm wondering if it is defective. I'll change to the 2nd new blade since it came in a 3 pack.
I think the previous owner of my saw removed the safety tab. There was a little red lever loose in the box. Don't tell OSHA!
Check your blade dept, it might not be deep enough since you had to shift the chute. The instructions I sent you show what to look for. I'm still using my original blade...multiple thousands later but if I don't push the saw all the way down it will leave a hanging chad.
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Loose lips sink ships, I won't say a word.
I just may bring out the Dremel and sand down the opening for the blade depth on the top of the blade guard.
I just may bring out the Dremel and sand down the opening for the blade depth on the top of the blade guard.
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Very nice! Mine is looking more ghetto every advancement you make!
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I've done at least a thousand rounds...still on the first blade as well.
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You know, that brings up a thought about why mine is not making good clean cuts (within reason), I will bet my jig is not at the right angle.
I'm barred from the shop for two days due to injections to both thumbs but Monday I'll be get on this thought. Thanks
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That is so cool, I can't wait.
I picked up my saw yesterday with 2 packs of blades, and sure as heck on my third cut it started to rumble and that was it. Turns out the set screw on the blade shaft gear had backed out. Added some loctite to it and good to go.
umrek, your jig does look to be very close to the "old" ZEP design with the cut-out on the rear where mine is solid. It's what ZEP has in their video and they explained why they quit using the cut-out when I asked. It sure is a slick design with the detent and all, but I would prefer the cut-out for initial case support.
I picked up my saw yesterday with 2 packs of blades, and sure as heck on my third cut it started to rumble and that was it. Turns out the set screw on the blade shaft gear had backed out. Added some loctite to it and good to go.
umrek, your jig does look to be very close to the "old" ZEP design with the cut-out on the rear where mine is solid. It's what ZEP has in their video and they explained why they quit using the cut-out when I asked. It sure is a slick design with the detent and all, but I would prefer the cut-out for initial case support.
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That is so cool, I can't wait.
I picked up my saw yesterday with 2 packs of blades, and sure as heck on my third cut it started to rumble and that was it. Turns out the set screw on the blade shaft gear had backed out. Added some loctite to it and good to go.
umrek, your jig does look to be very close to the "old" ZEP design with the cut-out on the rear where mine is solid. It's what ZEP has in their video and they explained why they quit using the cut-out when I asked. It sure is a slick design with the detent and all, but I would prefer the cut-out for initial case support.
What was their reason for changing the design?
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People with arthritis had a hard time manipulating the brass into the slot.
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I have the new model (from this year) and it is almost a pain to get the second shell in without my fingernail hitting the end of the jig...
I do like the look of the earlier version.
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I'm with ya on that. I almost want to chop about 1/8" off the end which I just might do when I really get at it. I'd do it now but it's perfectly square and I might be trimming off .0015".
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Same here, I don't dare mess with the perfect setting I have after many adjustments...
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I second that, I will buy one from you as I am close to reloading 300blk ...
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I would like to thank Caveman Jim and arrowshooter for trying out my design and giving me valuable feedback.
That being said, my chute seems to work with the older and newer ZEP blackout jigs, Harbor Freight mini saw and 1 1/4" ShopVac, so if you have one of these setups and would like to purchase my chute, let me know via PM or email at [email protected].
I'll make a limited run and sell them for $35 shipped. Made to order and payment can be made via PayPal once I'm ready to ship.
I currently have red filament which I think looks really nice.
Includes: Chute, mounting hardware and a push tool for clearing brass.
That being said, my chute seems to work with the older and newer ZEP blackout jigs, Harbor Freight mini saw and 1 1/4" ShopVac, so if you have one of these setups and would like to purchase my chute, let me know via PM or email at [email protected].
I'll make a limited run and sell them for $35 shipped. Made to order and payment can be made via PayPal once I'm ready to ship.
I currently have red filament which I think looks really nice.
Includes: Chute, mounting hardware and a push tool for clearing brass.
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Thanks for letting me test it, I really like the design and ease of adjustments to fine tune it.
I've got mine working like a Singer.
I've got mine working like a Singer.
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Thank you umrek. Did my first official 50 case test batch and it sounds like Caveman Jim and I use the same sewing machine. Now to get'um loaded and chooot'um.
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Can I get the .stl file?
