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Primer blow-out damaged my bolt face
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<blockquote data-quote="bwdearman" data-source="post: 674519" data-attributes="member: 43877"><p>I accidentally loaded a batch of ammo for my .308 with Large Magnum Rifle primers. Between that and increasing my COL, I apparently developed an over-pressure issue. So much so that a primer actually blew out along the edge of the primer cup. I'll upload pictures (if I can). I'm lucky I'm still alive...</p><p></p><p>When I got home and started cleaning my rifle, I noticed a fairly decent sized pit on the face of my bolt. It was easy to conclude that it was made when the primer blew. (Did I mention that I'm very fortunate to be alive?) I intend to replace my bolt as soon as my budget allows, but my question is whether or not I can keep shooting as-is. Also, can my bolt face be turned on a lathe enough to take out this pit without creating too much head space?</p><p></p><p>So... If anyone would be so kind as to offer an opinion, I would be grateful.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="bwdearman, post: 674519, member: 43877"] I accidentally loaded a batch of ammo for my .308 with Large Magnum Rifle primers. Between that and increasing my COL, I apparently developed an over-pressure issue. So much so that a primer actually blew out along the edge of the primer cup. I'll upload pictures (if I can). I'm lucky I'm still alive... When I got home and started cleaning my rifle, I noticed a fairly decent sized pit on the face of my bolt. It was easy to conclude that it was made when the primer blew. (Did I mention that I'm very fortunate to be alive?) I intend to replace my bolt as soon as my budget allows, but my question is whether or not I can keep shooting as-is. Also, can my bolt face be turned on a lathe enough to take out this pit without creating too much head space? So... If anyone would be so kind as to offer an opinion, I would be grateful. [/QUOTE]
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