.....I put the neck and shoulder area in the flame of a candle......I would appreciate some input from someone with experience in this method of annealing.
Thanks
I don't use a candle for annealing but instead a propane torch.
I use the AnnealRite system.
I use a drill, an extension, a socket, and a propane torch.
Does anyone bother to read the OP's question prior to formulating "the answer?"
I happen to use the Anneal Rite also. It gives the cases the "annealed color." Prior to that I used the candle method (same as the OP) and did not get the same color but I do believe the cases got hot enough because the method worked. New cases are generally annealed at the factory, yet not all exhibit the "annealed color" like Lapua cases for example so I'm not sure that color is a good indicator.
I'll be interested to hear John's response too.
