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Above is a 26-year-old hand-loaded .300 Winchester Magnum case that failed to fire. After the misfire, the shooter used an inertial (impact) bullet puller to pull the bullet. In the process the case-neck sheared off. Here's a cautionary tale from the Tactical Rifle Shooters Facebook group.
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Corroded Bullets - The Kiwi Bushman
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Ammunition problems: How to detect, prevent, and avoid them – Primetake
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How to Check if your Old Ammo is Still Good - SSP Firearms
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How to Check if your Old Ammo is Still Good - SSP Firearms
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