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Model 20 Savage 250-3000, factory Winchester 100gr ammo. Went to the range today with new rifle and noticed the primers were backed out a tad bit on the fired cases. They weren't flat from over pressure just backed out. Could this be a headspace problem or something else.
Thanks, Kelly
 
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Fired primers standing proud of the case is usualy a sign of LOW pressure. It's fairly common in cartridges like the 30-30 and 35 Rem where the internal pressure isn't enough to stretch the case web.

Your Cartridge is rated for a MAX pressure of 53000psi/45000cup, but that doesn't mean that the factory is loading it to those levels.
 
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Right; I had the very same problem a few weeks ago with my 375 HH, trying to set a light load with the WW760. Results were not good, primers buldged and I had to switch to a faster powder (Vith.N140) to raise the pressures and solve the problem. Anyway, the cause of your problem may be different.....
 
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The guys above are right on. And, it also could be a headspace issue. But, try some +P ammo to see if that solves the problem.
I reload for my 250-3000.

Don




 
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Thanks, I'll get the headspace checked then I will do some reloading for it. I reload for my other rifles, just need to get some dies.
Kelly
 
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I load a VERY mild load of green dot in my 30-06 with a cast bullet for small game/plinking and have noticed the same thing.
Eterry


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