GAEP BN2 Crimp Finisher

Professional BN2 Roll Crimp Finisher 

This is a rotational finishing crimper for folded star crimps. After the star crimp has been formed and set, this rotational Crimp Finisher beautifully forms the top edges of the cartridge and flattens the top portion of the crimp. The result is a lovely factory-style radius taper on the top lip of the crimp. Use with the Universal Arbor (sold separately) for hand drill or drill press along .Also for use in GAEP loading machinery. GAEP tools, unlike BPI's Roll Crimpers, perform better at higher RPMs.

This extra tapering step produces a smooth, professional finish to your cartridge. The BN series crimp finishers are even specialized for crimps of differing powder burn rates:

• GAEP BN1 Crimp Finisher: Optimal use is with fast burn-rate powders such as those used in 7/8 to 1 oz. shot loads. Ideal for trap cartridges, trail hunting, skeet.
• GAEP BN2 Crimp Finisher: Optimal use is with medium burn-rate powders such as those used in 1 to 1-1/8 oz. shot loads. The most common GAEP crimp finisher.
• GAEP BN3 Crimp Finisher: Optimal use is with medium-to-slow burn-rate powders such as those used in 1-1/8 to 1-1/4 oz. loads, but is universally usable for all payloads.
• GAEP BN4 Crimp Finisher: Optimal use is with very progressive, slow burn-rate powders such as those used in 1-1/4 oz. loads or heavier. Excellent for heavy field and magnum slug loads.

BN Series crimp finishers can also be used as roll crimpers and operate best at faster RPMs than the standard roll crimper. We recommend running your drill press at 900-1100 RPMs for maximum efficiency.*