Reamer opinions needed

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30 July 2003, 08:57

z1r

Reamer opinions needed

I was planning on ordering a reamer for my .338-06 project. I had decided on a Clymer but a classmate of mine said they'd been having good results using Dave Manson reamers in their barreling class.

Any opinions feedback on Manson Reamers?

30 July 2003, 09:20

D Humbarger

They are good reamers too. A bit more expensive though.

30 July 2003, 10:59

Clio Gun Shop

Talk to Dave Kiff at Pacific tool & Guage. You haven't seen tools cut until you try one from his shop. His solid pilot reamers are a joy to work with. His phone no. 541-826-5808

30 July 2003, 11:22

wallyw

quote:
Originally posted by z1r:
I was planning on ordering a reamer for my .338-06 project. I had decided on a Clymer but a classmate of mine said they'd been having good results using Dave Manson reamers in their barreling class.

Any opinions feedback on Manson Reamers?

I can't say enogh about Dave Kiff's reamers. Cut so well and evenly on all flutes.

Wally

30 July 2003, 11:45

Customstox

Dave Kiff is the guru of reamer guys. Great guy to talk to and do business with. I have only bought 4 items from him but he has any future business from me, how little it will be.

30 July 2003, 12:05

Bob338

Another vote for Pacific Tool. I've bought about four or five and referred others who are as happy as I am.

30 July 2003, 16:02

Bill Leeper

Dave Kiff of Pacific tool is undoubtedly the most popular of today's makers. The drawback? The company may be suffering some growing pains and delivery is a bit slower. I've bought several reamers from Pacific in recent years though and they are fine reamers. I have not used any of Manson's but have used a bunch of Clymers. I have always comsidered the reamers from Hugh Henriksen to be the best of the lot but it's a pretty close call. Regards, Bill.

30 July 2003, 16:21

RIP

I have had excellent results and service from reamers from both Dave's. Manson and Kiff. Fear not with either one.

Kiff may be the older hand and better known. Manson has a growing reputation and cult-like following of accuracy nuts.

30 July 2003, 17:25

z1r

Thanks for the feedback.

Just before I left work I called PTG. The lady I spoke to seemed a bit confused by my request. She did say that Dave would call me back though. We'll see if I have a message when I get in tomorrow.