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Fired once brass
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<blockquote data-quote="AZShooter" data-source="post: 1031932" data-attributes="member: 5219"><p>Have you chambered a unloaded but sized piece of brass? This could narrow down the cause. </p><p></p><p></p><p>Could be as simple as how you sized the brass. You didn't mention what die or method you used to make the reloads. </p><p></p><p>If you are using a full length sizing die this could be the cause:</p><p></p><p>A FL die reduces body taper and if setup deep enough it will also move the shoulder back so sized brass easily fits the chamber. The proper way to use a FL die is to start with some space between the shell holder and the end of the die. Size a case wipe off and check the fit. Move die lower by 1/4 turn or so and repeat. In the beginning the first few attempts will require a firm bolt closure. As the die is progressively lowered there will be a point where the brass's body taper is reduced lengthening the brass but the shoulder has not been sized back. At this adjustment the bolt will be very difficult to close. When the die is lowered further the shoulder will be bumped and the shortened brass will fit easily. I believe you need to lower the die a bit more and size the brass again. </p><p></p><p>I am certain with enough information the posters here can help solve your issue.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="AZShooter, post: 1031932, member: 5219"] Have you chambered a unloaded but sized piece of brass? This could narrow down the cause. Could be as simple as how you sized the brass. You didn't mention what die or method you used to make the reloads. If you are using a full length sizing die this could be the cause: A FL die reduces body taper and if setup deep enough it will also move the shoulder back so sized brass easily fits the chamber. The proper way to use a FL die is to start with some space between the shell holder and the end of the die. Size a case wipe off and check the fit. Move die lower by 1/4 turn or so and repeat. In the beginning the first few attempts will require a firm bolt closure. As the die is progressively lowered there will be a point where the brass's body taper is reduced lengthening the brass but the shoulder has not been sized back. At this adjustment the bolt will be very difficult to close. When the die is lowered further the shoulder will be bumped and the shortened brass will fit easily. I believe you need to lower the die a bit more and size the brass again. I am certain with enough information the posters here can help solve your issue. [/QUOTE]
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