Valad: Back in 1960 when I was teaching MYSELF how to reload centerfire ammunition ONE of the first lessons I learned was NOT to load up a "batch of ammo" and head for the range!
The careful and prudent handloader should load ONE complete "test" cartridge and go to a safe place and make sure it fits and functions through ones Rifles action!
THEN, after being successful with that or after rectifying any "problems", THEN load a batch of ammo and go test them at the range.
Your, "inconveniencing" yourself, as you did at the range is nothing compared to a fellow I took to SE Montana Hunting many years ago - he had the same problem you did and we were 1,070 miles from homes and our loading presses!
I hope you consider my suggestion - I know it will save you time, trouble and trepidation in the future.
I have Big Game Hunting friends who have been "stung" in a similar fashion as you did to yourself, and they take the time (at home!) to run EVERY handloaded cartridge through their Rifles action.
Better luck in the future to you.
Hold into the wind
VarmintGuy
