45 ACP deep seated bullet, what to do?

Put it in your press with you handle down, I like using a old type wire strippers and see if you can grab the bullet and pull it out.

If you can't grab it drill a hole so the case fits into a peace of wood, snack it on the ground and the bullet should work out.

Call me lazy but I toss that type of thing on to my "oopsie shelf".

Howdy and welcome to THR from Texas. No need to be embarrassed we've all been there and we all make mistakes.

A kinetic bullet puller would take care of that in a jiffy and you will need a tool like this in your kit.

Probably not a good idea to use pliers or a drill on a live round.

https://www.brownells.com/reloading...t-pullers/kinetic-bullet-puller-prod9929.aspx




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Whatever you do, DO NOT put that round in a gun and try to fire it! I wouldn't drill into a loaded case either.

I would put it on my bench where I could see it, as a reminder to check everything. Then I would continue making rounds while waiting on my new kinetic bullet puller to arrive.

As stated above, we've all had moments like this, so don't be embarressed, rather use this as a learning oppurtunity.

chris

Yup. Put in the bin of "needs pulled" then on the day you want to smack something you have a supply, hopefully a small supply, too smack away.

Once kinetic puller is used you will be able to reuse the bullet, powder, and if case. Note if you make a mistake bin you may not reclaim the powder as the possibility of different powders grows.

With safety in mind and use of safety gear you can slow and easy deprive that case just as you do a spent one and reuse. I've done this on more than I wish to admit.

Remember all that money your saving on reloading needs to be put towards more reloading goodies for at least the first fifty years.

Might want to add aUFO light kit to the press since your making an order.

Don't fire it.
Just one, put it on a shelf.
Then order a hammer puller.

I usually mess up more than one setting up.

Welcome to the fun of reloading.

verdemollie said:

I'm embarrassed this is my first post here. New to reloading just seated a 45 acp with a 230 grain fmj rn on top of 4.6 grains of hp-38 to an oal of 1.068. That's not a typo. The case is primered so what do I do with this? My thoughts: 1> drill it and empty powder 2> try to pull bullet, but only have press bullet remover will need kinetic for this 3> fire it in my 1911 ( don't really think this is best, but maybe I'm paranoid?). In my defense I just moved to the redding competion seating die to determine best oal for my 1911. This could have gone so much better...View attachment 938148

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Welcome to THR!
As others have said, definitely don't fire it. I keep a "oh, I screwed that one up" container to pull later.
I prefer the RCBS over the Franklin kinetic puller. Just seems to be better weighted. Plus it has a cushion in it to prevent marring to the bullet.

I hate to admit it but I do have a hammer puller and have needed it upon occasion.

A kenitic hammer is a cheap and good investment to have on the bench next to the press. I'm positive we have all done it and will do it again several more times. I have used the frankford arsenal and the rcbs. I have the rcbs on my bench but I dont think it matters. Just wait till you misread a spec and load an entire box to short. The hammering of an entire lot will motivate you to pay more attention....

Another 'get a kinetic bullet puller'. You'll find it a handy thing to have, I definitely have.

It's like $.20 in components. Just toss it in the trash or set it aside for dealing with later.

Just set it aside and wait until you get a "whack-o-matic" puller. If you reload you will eventually need it.
Lafitte

I prefer NOT to throw loaded rounds in the trash. As part of your reloading set up, a kinetic bullet puller is a must have for those rounds that don’t seat right.

Just save it until you are able to purchase a kinetic hammer. When you do get the kinetic hammer, buy extra foam ear plugs and put them inside the kinetic hammer so that the bullet is not damaged and you can re-use it.

Lennyjoe said:

I prefer NOT to throw loaded rounds in the trash. As part of your reloading set up, a kinetic bullet puller is a must have for those rounds that don’t seat right.

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Welcome to THR and to reloading.

The kinetic puller should be a part of everyone's "starter" kit! I've been reloading since the early 60's and have literally worn out the collet on one but they are replaceable.

While setting up for a new bullet profile the best practice is to turn out the bullet seating stem several turns. Then as you begin seating and measuring the COL you can adjust downward to get the expected COL. In doing this it common to seat the first bullet too deeply! Another problem that comes up occasionally if under sized bullets that practically fall into a case.

In any case it only takes a few "whacks" to pull the bullet. I put a foam ear plug into the "barrel" this protects the softer bullets from deforming upon impact at the bottom.

Smiles,

entropy said:

Another 'get a kinetic bullet puller'. You'll find it a handy thing to have, I definitely have.

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I've broken two concrete blocks with my kinetic puller, have pretty well mashed the face of the hammer, about time to think about getting another one. Hey sometimes you can reuse the bullet, a good chunk of the cost. As you can guess, get yourself a kinetic bullet puller is my vote, i also got a cullet bullet puller , never seems to be able to grip the bullets, especially 45acp round nose. If you have a box full of bad ammo you have anger issues, whop that mama. Explains the concrete blocks i guess.

Real simple, use an impact bullet pullet. A couple whacks to either remove the bullet or move it out enough to be seated correctly. I have a small box labeled "Later" that I drop my faux pas in and when I have time I'll handle/fix them. I'm not cheap but when I see a perfectly good 45 ACP case and/or a good 45 cal bullet I see dimes and certainly don't throw them away...

One method I use when using an impact puller is I use a lead ingot or puck for an anvil. It is much quieter, a bit easier on the hands, and does not lessen the impact. Being a lifelong machinist/mechanic I don't hammer on concrete with anything nor pound on steel with plastic hammers...

Yes there is more than 1 way to mess up rounds.

verdemollie said:

Wow, all I can say is I am humbled by the incredible response here. Kinetic bullet puller will arrive tomorrow. I thought I was being slick by only having a collet puller then this happened. Until then I will put this next to the first case I sized as a reminder. Attached here for your entertainment.View attachment 938196

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That's better than my first 270win case. Squashed it like a sardine. Imagine a can of biscuits with the middle cut.

I guess when you're a hammer, everything's a...

Learning process.

Blue68f100 said:

Yes there is more than 1 way to mess up rounds.

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Sure is , was starting to fill a tray of 45 auto with the funnel and powder when I realized I had forgot the "install primer" stage. Nothing hurt but my pride that time. Have no intention to ever go to a progressive thank you.

In time you will be reloading with confidence and these mistakes will be lessons learned. And i daresay you will see a proressive press mounted on your bench.

We all make mistakes from time to time. The question is do we learn from them and not repeat them? Enjoy reloading as it can be a fun and safe hobby.

A friend of mine made his own inertia puller. He drilled a hole in a 1"x1" piece of hardwood the size of the cartridge he was going to pull. He installed a "C" clip in front of the rim (or in the extractor groove) and inserted the cartridge and whacked the tool on a 2x4. IIRC he may have used a strip of duct tape to hold the cartridge in and he was able to save the bullets and most of the powder. Worked for him (this was pre web and we had to use "mail order" which usually took 4 weeks to get something)...