5Adeg Plug & Chamfer Kit — Hunter's Outpost

Name: 5Adeg Plug & Chamfer Kit
Brand: Brownells
SKU: 080000022
Price: 249.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Overview

Built for revolver owners who want a controlled way to prepare chambers, this kit provides the tools needed to cut a centered, chatter-free 5° chamfer. It is intended for .357, .44, and .45 caliber revolvers and includes cutters, plug gauges, pilots, a handle, and instructions in a fitted bench box. The gentle angle is designed to create a smoother transition into the rifling while helping reduce lead spitting and shaving. It offers a practical bench setup without requiring a lathe or barrel removal, though it is limited to the specified calibers.

Why Hunters Choose the Brownells

Includes Cutters,

Plug gauges, pilots, and handle

Perfectly Centered,

Chatter-free 5-degree chamfer

Gentle Angle

Helps provide a smooth transition

Fits .357,

.44, and .45 caliber revolvers

No Lathe

Needed and barrel removal is

Key Features

Kit for cutting a centered, chatter-free 5° chamfer.
Includes cutters, plug gauges, pilots, and handle.
Designed for .357, .44, and .45 caliber revolvers.
No lathe needed and barrel removal is not necessary.
Packed in a fitted bench box with instructions.
Gentle angle is intended to reduce bullet deformation and lead shaving.

Best Used For

Revolver owners loading .357, .44, or .45 caliber rounds who want a centered 5deg chamfer
Reloaders seeking a bench kit with cutters, plug gauges, pilots, and handle included
Users who want to work without removing the barrel or using a lathe
Hunters and shooters looking to reduce bullet deformation, shaving, and lead spitting
Anyone needing a fitted bench box and included instructions for organized setup

Specifications

Angle	5deg
Barrel Removal Required	No
Fits Caliber	All .357, .44 and .45 caliber revolvers
Includes	Cutters, plug gauges, pilots, handle, instructions
No Lathe Needed	Yes
Packed In	Fitted bench box

Pros

Includes cutters, plug gauges, pilots, and handle in one kit.
Designed for a perfectly centered, chatter-free 5-degree chamfer.
Gentle angle helps provide a smooth transition into the rifling.
Fits .357, .44, and .45 caliber revolvers.
No lathe needed and barrel removal is not necessary.

Considerations & Trade-offs

Designed for .357, .44, and .45 caliber revolvers, so it is not a universal solution for other handgun calibers or platforms.
The kit is purpose-built for a 5° chamfer, which makes it a specialized tool rather than a general-purpose revolver maintenance set.
It is a bench-oriented kit with cutters, plug gauges, pilots, and handle included, so it requires a dedicated setup and some familiarity with the process.
The description notes that instructions are included, but the kit still appears intended for careful, hands-on use rather than quick field service.

Suggested Comparisons

Revolver chamfering tools
Revolver maintenance kits
Bullet seating and loading accessories
Precision gunsmithing hand tools

Suggested Accessories

Cleaning rod
Bore brush
Gun vise
Chamber flag

Frequently Asked Questions

What calibers is this kit made for?

According to the product data, it fits all .357, .44, and .45 caliber revolvers.

Does this kit require removing the barrel or using a lathe?

No. The long description states that no lathe is needed and it is not necessary to remove the barrel.

What comes in the kit?

The kit includes cutters, plug gauges, pilots, a handle, and instructions. It is also packed in a fitted bench box.

What is the purpose of the 5° chamfer?

The product description says the gentle 5° angle provides a smooth transition into the rifling and is intended to reduce bullet deformation, lead spitting, and shaving.

Is this a universal revolver kit?

No. The provided specifications say it fits all .357, .44, and .45 caliber revolvers, so it is limited to those calibers.