You need to lube the case. What you use for lube is up to you. You can tumble the loaded cartridges, wipe them down individually, or do nothing - depends on the lube.
For example, I've used Ideal Wire Pulling Lube and it dries completely leaving nothing but a hazy smudge on shiney brass. I've also used Johnson's Paste Wax which dries completely. And I've used Hornady One Shot, which is the most expensive but easiest to apply in bulk. And on and on. If I don't like the finish, I toss the rounds in the tumbler for cleanup
Last edited by dla; 01/26/23.
