My friend recently bought a M44 with a sealed can of brass surplus ammo. Don't have the headstamp because I'm at work but we had an issue that I've never experienced.
Two out of 10 rounds had small case splits near the rim. About 3/16" from the rim there were three cracks about 1/8" in length. I don't believe it's the headspace because it's too far up the round and I've never heard of a chamber being deformed. It looks in perfect condition. As of now I'm chalking it up to ammo. Any ideas?
Two out of 10 rounds had small case splits near the rim. About 3/16" from the rim there were three cracks about 1/8" in length. I don't believe it's the headspace because it's too far up the round and I've never heard of a chamber being deformed. It looks in perfect condition. As of now I'm chalking it up to ammo. Any ideas?