Anyone Sealed Shotgun Shells?

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05 August 2006, 02:17

Nitroman

Anyone Sealed Shotgun Shells?

I do not want anything getting into the shell of these slugs, so I cut a cardboard circle to fit, and pushed it into the mouth of the shell. To keep it secure I am thinking of pouring in just enough sealing wax to seal the edges.

Any comments appreciated.

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05 August 2006, 03:28

brianbo

Just use some clear nail polish to seal the edge. Should work fine.

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05 August 2006, 07:34

remshooter

I have melted wax into the crimp before when they wouldn't seal tight. I would think that should work good for you.

05 August 2006, 08:19

Nitroman

Thanks for the comments. I will use the nail polish on the primer and edge of the brass, but I do think it would be better for the wax to go on the mouth of the case. I wasn't perfect in cutting the cardboard overwads.