Primer pocket depth question
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Should be LRP. (Lapua is putting out brass in SRP configuration, but you said Hornady, so should be LARGE.)
MOOSE39465
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That's what I was thinking. Never had brass this inconsistent so looks like it will take a while to clean it up.
I understand. Anytime it seems like I'm taking off 'too much', it's good to pause and re-evaluate things. I guess when you are done, you'll have a much better chance at consistency with that brass since all the primers will be uniform depth and solidly in their 'pockets', but it makes you wonder how the ammo worked so well in the first place being 'off' that much.
MOOSE39465
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I called Hornady and asked them what SAMMI specs was and they told me 0.128. This brass is measuring from 0.138 to 0.122.
That's quite a variation. Mass production...it is what it is, I suppose? I'm glad we have access to tools to sort things out like this.
MOOSE39465
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Pay very close attention to directions for Hornady Seater. MUST place brass in holder, raise ram to top of stroke, then slowly tighten die until it touches brass...back out one turn and you are set to go. ( without a crimp)... I have a 204 Ruger TWIN to your picture...( my first Hornady Set)..guess I learned the hard way too... who ever thought to read the directions ! We are men ! We just make em work ! HA!!
MOOSE39465
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I did finally read the directions and it said exactly that.
Tony Formicola
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I have had similar experiences. I have not been impressed with Hornady brass mainly because of primer pocket variation.
Yes and I use Fed 210...no problems so far with Hornady brass. On the 4th round of reloading them.
Do you have to re-bore the throat for these new loads you're making...lol. I'm pretty sure your neck is too far in hitting the crimper
