I loaded up a batch of .30-40 Krag, first time for this cartridge for me. I loaded it with 36.0 grains of IMR-3031, and 180gr bullets. I noticed that after firing in the majority of the cases the primers were coming out?
When I had loaded the rounds the primers were all flush with the brass, so this happened after firing.
Is this a sign of over-pressure? I am below the max loads shown in my reloading manuals. That said it's a 110 year old rifle so maybe I should reduce them more...
I was also planning on trying 220gr bullets, and maybe IMR 4350, or even H335 for powder. I think 4350 is my favorite rifle powder...
When I was shooting I didn't notice anything unusual, every appeared normal and it was very pleasant to shoot, especially compared to the .280 Remington I've been shooting lately. I really like the rifle and and hoping to have some fun reloading for it, but now I'm a little worried. Is this primer thing normal?
Thanks in advance for any info/advice...
When I had loaded the rounds the primers were all flush with the brass, so this happened after firing.
Is this a sign of over-pressure? I am below the max loads shown in my reloading manuals. That said it's a 110 year old rifle so maybe I should reduce them more...
I was also planning on trying 220gr bullets, and maybe IMR 4350, or even H335 for powder. I think 4350 is my favorite rifle powder...
When I was shooting I didn't notice anything unusual, every appeared normal and it was very pleasant to shoot, especially compared to the .280 Remington I've been shooting lately. I really like the rifle and and hoping to have some fun reloading for it, but now I'm a little worried. Is this primer thing normal?
Thanks in advance for any info/advice...