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BRASS PILOTS

BRASS PILOTS Reviews & Ratings

Hardened steel pilot keeps Facing and Chamfering cutters properly centered in the bore. Resists wear for years of service. SPECS: Brass. 1.26" (3.2cm) long. .45 ACP Pilots - .45 ACP-1 fits S&W model 25 & 625. .45 ACP-2 fits Colt 1917.
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Reviews Summary
Reviews for the BRASS PILOTS show a mix of satisfaction and disappointment. Many customers appreciate the product's quality and functionality for specific applications. However, sizing issues are frequently mentioned, with several indicating that the pilots do not match advertised dimensions, leading to frustration for some buyers.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Product Quality
45%
Numerous reviewers comment on the solid craftsmanship and effectiveness of the BRASS PILOTS, noting that they perform well when matched correctly to the bore sizes for which they were designed. Satisfaction with the pilots' quality is clear among those who found the right fit.
Sizing Issues
40%
A significant number of reviews highlight challenges with the sizing of the pilots. Many customers experienced discrepancies between the advertised and actual measurements, leading to difficulties in fitting them into their specific firearms. This theme emerged frequently, indicating a common issue among users.
Customer Service Experience
30%
Several reviews mention interactions with customer service, which were generally positive. Customers appreciated the support offered regarding fitting issues, with options provided for returns or modifications. This aspect was noted as a helpful aspect of the purchasing experience.
5
Great Pilot
Used this to true up the muzzle on a Pietta 1851 Navy in .36 caliber. It was a good fit, and made for an easy job with a great result.
Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend
5
Brass Pilot
.211 pilot works with .22LR
Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend
5
Brass Pilot
.215 pilot matches .22LR
Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend
5
Easy to use
Used with 79 degree cutter. Did exactly what it was intended to do. My rifle had started expanding from its original.5 MOA avg, with a new crown I shot five groups averaging just under .5 MOA!
5
Well Made
Well made brass pilot. It was a perfect fit in .45 Auto barrel.
5
Perfect
I decided after installing barrels the hard way for way too long, I would see if these are worth the money. They definitely are!
5
...still works
In this day and age of everything being disposable it is heartening when products continue to be supported years after introduction. I purchased the 11 degree, 3/4" cutter many years ago from Brownells and to this day they are still offering pilots for that product. I bought this .400 pilot in hopes that it would work for my Winchester 1910 401sl. It was a wee bit too small... it fit perfectly in the cutter so I ended up refacing an abused 40 S&W Glock barrel.
5
Simple and easy to use
Used with drill press attachment and slow speed. Worked great. Would have been just as easy by hand.
5
Worked like a charm on my mosin nagant
I bought this even after being confused as if this would fit my 91/30 Mosin Nagant. Well, it fit perfectly and worked like a charm.
5
.357 BBL. Revolver Muzzle Brass Pilot
Used this with Brownells 45 degree, 5/8" chamfer cutter (#080-588-625) to re-crown my S&W 627PC & 686. The pilot measured .3445" diameter which was a good fit for my bore (.3455 & .3460") diameter. Purchase Brownells Facing & Chamfering Cutter Handle (#080-589-000) to use these together.