STAINLESS ULTIMATE TRIMMER Reviews & Ratings

ULTIMATE STAINLESS STEEL CASE TRIMMER WITH STAND

The legendary L.E. Wilson Case Trimmer has just gotten better. Exclusive to Sinclair International, the L.E. Wilson Case Trimmer is now offered in a Stainless Steel model. We’ve paired the most accurate trimmer in the world with our Sinclair Micrometer head to create the Sinclair Stainless Ultimate Trimmer.

The L.E. Wilson Case Trimmer aligns and holds your cases square to the cutter during the trim process. This results in a virtually identical trim length for each case. It is accomplished with L.E. Wilson’s unique case holder system which holds the case by the body taper. The trimmer case holder, cutter housing, and micrometer adjustment unit sit in perfect alignment. No pilots or collets are utilized which could influence the trim results negatively. Now in stainless steel, the L.E. Wilson Trimmer is built to last for a lifetime of use.

Our Sinclair Micrometer head allows the reloader to easily adjust trim length in increments of .001" with an adjustment length of over 2". Our micrometer reads in “actual” case length, making it the most pleasurable micro trimmer to work with. Determine your trim length, dial to the exact length on the micrometer, and you’re ready – it’s that simple. The micrometer features crisp, easy-to-read engravings and may be locked in place when set. Easily accommodates cases from 22 Hornet to 416 Rigby. When trimming cases shorter than 1.3” such as pistol cases, the use of a spacer (#749-002-094) is necessary.

Completing the Sinclair Stainless Ultimate Trimmer is our Sinclair Mounting Stand with Shark Fin Clamp. This system makes easy work of installing and removing your trimmer case holder in a smooth “swing-arm” motion. The Shark Fin trimmer clamp secures the case head firmly against the micrometer adjustment head for a quick and accurate, chatter-free trim. * Trimmer Case Holders and accessories sold separately.

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Reviews Summary

The Sinclair Stainless Ultimate Trimmer garners praise for its precision, ease of use, and repeatable results. Many users report excellent trimming accuracy and consistency, with minimal deviation. However, some have experienced issues with quality control, particularly with the cutter and support components. Despite these shortcomings, it's largely considered a top-tier tool among reloaders.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Precision and Accuracy

65%

Reviewers consistently highlight the exceptional precision of the trimmer, citing its ability to produce uniform case lengths with minimal variance. The micrometer adjustment is praised for its ease of use, allowing for quick calibration between different calibers.

Quality Control Issues

40%

Several reviewers mention experiencing quality control problems, including damaged parts upon arrival and inconsistencies with the cutter's performance. These issues lead to frustration, suggesting that while the trimmer is exceptional, reliability may be a concern for some users.

Ease of Use

58%

Many customers appreciate how straightforward the trimmer is to operate, noting that initial setup is simple, and once familiar, users can achieve quick, precise trimming. The design allows for a smooth workflow, enhancing the reloading process overall.

Customer Support

35%

A segment of reviewers commend the responsive customer service for addressing issues with defective products. Quick replacements and assistance with setup are noted positively, although some users express frustration with lengthy procedures.

Durability and Build Quality

45%

Reviewers mention the solid construction of the trimmer, yet some indicate concerns about rust and wear on the materials, particularly in humid environments. An overall positive sentiment exists about its robustness and functional design.

Value for Money

50%

While the trimmer is considered on the expensive side, many users argue that its performance justifies the cost. The trimmer's long-term durability and accuracy make it a worthwhile investment for serious reloaders.

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unhappy shooter

Been using this thing for almost 10 years and still can not figure out how to make it cut square. Tried everything I can think of, but still no luck. I think the problem is in the holder. I start out a little long and adjust shorter hoping the next cut wlll be better than the last.

Does not work well with drill attachment

Worked great & precise as the other reviews said, but after about 75 cases the cutter seized up & the drill attachment bent so I called tech support & nothing could be pin pointed so they replaced got it & I got a new one the next day - got thru 5 cases & the part that screws into the screw driver adapter broke off & again the cutter was starting to seize up. Spoke to tech support again & they could not come up with anything so it was suggested that maybe I should clean the moving parts, especially around the bearing and relub before use. This i will do with the 3rd unit. With this one I will try just turning manually for a 100 or so rounds, if it holds up I will then attach the drive & see how it holds up. The ones I cut are perfect from start to finish and the unit is easy and seem well built but it is just not holding up in the screw driver mode. They have been great helping me work out the problem / getting the replacement to me very quickly / sending a prepaid label for the return helps.

I find no pros here

Have been nothing but disappointed with the Wilson case trimmer (I don't have the Sinclair micrometer but the original Wilson). The first one I received I had parts shipping forth and back with Wilson. Even after that trimmer would not cut square. The guide rods were crooked, originals as well as replacements sent. The cutter bearing diameter was off by a few thousands which caused the case mouth to vibrate while cutting, and the stop screw on the micrometer side came in at an angle, which should not have affected accuracy but for a pricey product like this I would not expect this. Wilson told me to use a New Case holder for full-sized cases, so I ordered one. Well, full-sized cases don't fit into this New case holder. Maybe it is out of spec, but I am done fishing for answers. I replaced the entire thing figuring I had just received a lemon. Out of the box the shark fin of the new trimmer kit did not fix the case holder. The finish had broken off on the underside of the fin (where it clamps down on the case holder). So I replaced it with the one from the previous trimmer (thankfully I had not yet returned the old one). Again, the rods have longitudinal scratches and if one tries to rotate them in their grooves you can feel their unevenness. This is detrimental to accuracy of the cut. All of that said, and not surprising, the replacement also does not cut square and I have just decided to return it, after fighting with this for many months, with the associated frustration.