Too Many Variables= Problems

[shasta214]

I formerly was using an M&P 45 and a Lee Classic Turret, Had used that combination for a long time and had all the kinks worked out. Very very rarely had any FTF or FTE. The only problem I ever had was when i decided to change recoil springs. So after using this pair for so long i decided to drink the kool-aid and buy a Glock 21sf and a Lnl. Glock because i use one as my duty weapon, 45 cause i like the cartridge and have reloaded it for so long, and the Lnl to speed ammo production. Also switched from primarily lead to a mixture of plated and lead due to my local indoor range not allowing lead.

So I buy my press, my gun, and a Lone Wolf barrel for lead. So i start loading on the press and start to have problems with the ptx and it dropping consistent charges. Also my rounds aren't fitting in my case gauge because of shaved lead and bulged cases due to improperly set up ptx. also my plated rounds were barely cycling the slide. one match day shot because of it.

So i fix my ptx, load some more, test with my buddies chrono, life is good. Cases are fitting in the case gauge, etc. First stage my rounds with clays are barely cycling the gun, light loads again. No problem i switch to some i had loaded with WST and i know that they'll be hot enough. well after a few more FTF and FTE i give up for the day. one of the guys there says extractor problems maybe call Glock.

i go home and disassemble the gun, see that ive got a fair amount of lead build up in the chamber from chambering lead rounds with shaved lead on the case mouth which i think is probably responsible for some of my problems. all the rounds fit in the case gauge but must have had some extra crap on them. So i order my powderfunnels universal expander and its on the way.

two match days now down the tubes. But lessons learned. properly FLARED case = no shaved lead = no lead deposits in an already tight chamber.

If you change too much at one time it WILL bite you in ass.

Now for cold beer and football.......and contemplating whether i buy a lone wolf extractor or not.......

Edited September 1, 2012 by shasta214

[shasta214]

and i just saw the new style ptx.....i may get that one too. for $7 i cant go wrong.

[Sarge]

Live and learn. ALWAYS run a few hundred of any new load through your gun BEFORE any match use.

[shasta214]

Yep. With all my time on that Lee I thought I really knew what was going on. I was really surprised how much it has taken to make that hornady run.