I currently don't reload but I am doing the research to get into it. While I'm gathering knowledge and equipment advice, I ordered some manufactured ammo for a 358 STA that I'm building. I am not very satisfied with the quality. First, there is a ridge where the shoulder starts. It's not concentric, only on about half the circumference. Any ideas how this was caused? Could it be dangerous? I'm not even sure if it will even chamber. Second, the bullet spins inside the neck. To me, being a newbie, this doesn't seem correct either. Again, any ideas?
I've e-mailed the manufacturer to get their recommendations/comments. Just wanted another opinion. Thanks.

If the bullets are loose in the necks the reloads were assembled by a fool. Don't shoot them but return them and insist on your money back. Don't leave the ammo there to be "checked". Just get your money back and if they won't refund your money give them a hard time. They deserve it.

The fold just under the shoulder is from using the wrong amount of lube in case forming most likely. It's only a cosmetic problem but spoils the look of the case.

Who made this ammo?

You can do much better yourself. It's not that hard to load ammo. The fact that you noticed it proves that you care. That's what counts.

I'd have to agree to sending it back. Sound like the guy/person/company has a quality problem. People make mistakes but this sounds more like just trying to unload a poor product.

Where are you from in pa?

I would send them back, and if they argue, tell them to put it where the sun don't shine...

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SCOTT I WOULD LOVE TO PULL SOME OF THOSE CARTRAGES AND SEE JUST WHAT THE HELL IS IN EM.IF YOU ARE GOING TO RELOAD CONGRATS. IF YOU FIND SOMEONE TO TAKE THE TIME TO PROPERLY TEACH YOU YOU WON'T REGRET IT. I LOVE TO RELOAD. EVEN THO I ONLY DO .38 SPL .357 MAG AND 9 MM IT STILL IS A GREAT HOBBY.BULLET TURNS IN THE CASE HUH?? YA I AGREE WITH THE OTHER GUYS I SURE WOULDN'T SHOOT EM.

THE 2ND AMENDMENT PROTECTS US ALL..........

Outkaste, I'm from Birdsboro. Near Reading (other side of the state from you).

The supplier e-mailed me back and wants all the ammo back to find out what happened. Said he'll send me new ammo. Should I take it or just get a refund? I feel I should give the guy a chance to make it right. That's why I haven't posted the company's name yet.

Take the cash, this is why I shoot reloads made by me and one other guy. The guy that taught me how to reload. If it ain't His, Mine or factory(Major Ammo Manufacturer) I wont shoot it. Period.

Scott, good luck in your reloading (handloading) adventures. Let's look at your situation from a different angle for a second. I applaud you for giving the handloader a chance to make his/her mistake right. However, are you willing to take a chance at another batch? You caught the problems with the cases in question, what if the next batch has some double charges in them - you won't see that. Many people reload for others, it is a common practice and most take the proper safety precautions. Even though asked by family and friends, I will not reload for others. I look at it as a liability, and do not want to be responsible for someone's hospital stay. Being human leaves us susceptible to error. You and I are just two guys with a hobby called reloading, we do not work for a company that makes ammunition on a profit scale. That means we kinda know what we're doing, but not enough to put our name on a cardboard box stuffed with twenty cases ready for a hunt.Know what I mean?
Disclaimer: No feelings were hurt or meant to be hurt during the making of this thread.

I do not mean to judge fellow reloaders (handloaders), not reloading for others is a personal decision.

I would not shoot their ammo no matter what. You have have learned from this I am sure and better to teach them a lesson and spend your money on loading gear for yourself.

What's the odds that they will load the ammo right the next time?

You already posted their name in another forum anyway. It's Qual-Loads or whatever in MD. I think it's on the 24hourcampfire or huntamerica.

It's hard to tell what powder it is by looking at it so just get your money back.

Your lucky. Thanks for this heads up.