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Hornady .17 HMR cases splitting at neck?
« on: February 11, 2006, 12:39:51 PM »
I was shooting my Hummer today and noticed 5 of the brass cases had a little split through the shoulder down to the neck, some at least 1/4" long. Has anyone else ever had this happen. I have had the Sportster for about 3 years but this is the first time I have ever seen this. I have shot other rounds out of this same box and lot without a problem before? That particular ammo is about 2 years old as I bought several boxes of every brand available.

I know the chamber seems a little large, but this is a strange one. Must be a little wide in the shoulder area. Anybody else have this happen? Thanks.
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