Originally Posted by Sagerunner
Got a question about flattening primers . This may have been asked before and probably has , however , when working up a load and looking for signs of pressure , i generally begin by looking for flattened primers and "sticky bolt lift" . However question is , when looking at a manual , how far does the book back down after pressure signs ? I have a couple of wildcats and i load for several others , and when comparing to others I'd kinda like a reference point . 1 grain under , 2 grains under ??? Not necessarily looking for the accuracy node just how the book figures max other than a pressure gauge !


Reading pressure signs such as flattened primer is very imprecise. The best way is to chronograph and use the velocity as your guage.



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