Primer Looks Like Possible Overload

I think i have more than one issue. It appears that the firing pin hole has a slight chamfer which was done like a lot of the Italian pistols to keep from shaving brass when feeding and causing the firing pin to get stuck. I also think i might not have enough neck tension or crimp on my cases. They don't seem to move back in the case but with all the unburned powder I can't imagine what else it could be. Thanks for all the help and suggestions. Any think else you guys think of will be welcomed.
 

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Based on what 243win posted 2 above this, you aren't even at the starting charge weight for the bullet/powder combo. If you undercharge the round, it will be filthy, as there won't be enough pressure to cleanly consume the powder. I've never used power pistol, but some powders are not at all kind to being undercharged.

You're primer shows no signs of you being in trouble with an overcharge, and the information regarding your charge vs. the powder manufactures charge weight confirms that.
 
Short of replacing the slide, is there any way to repair it? The gun was "Customized" when I received it, hence all the work I've done to it already.
 
Google Firing Pin Bushing 1911. I know nothing about it. A quick study, shows screw in is better then pressed?? I read online that its sometimes done for rifles. :confused:
 
I have heard of bushing shotgun and rifle firing pins but not a 1911. I'll look it up and see what I can find.
 
If I were you I would have a reputable pistol smith take a good look at your Colt. I suspect loose bushing, main spring or hammer spring... to be needing to be checked out. I have never seen a primer in that condition.
 
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