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  • dnguyen32
    Junior Member
    • Jan 2012
    • 26

    Accidentally used magnum primers

    I accidentally mixed CCI 500 and 550 in my primer load tray and I made some rounds with them. From what I've been reading, it really shouldn't be a problem unless I'm pushing up against the max load or unless I'm using an especially fast powder.

    I'm working up loads with Ramshot Silhouette (5.7grn, max. 5.9grn) and Winchester AutoComp (5.5grn, max. 5.7grn) behind 115grn plated RN. I have also pushed out the COAL 5/1000ths from the recommended 1.140 and put on a small crimp.

    Should I be worried? Is there anything I should be looking for other than the normal overpressure signs? Thoughts?

    When I switch back to all 500s, should the results for those loads still be valid for performance?
  • #2
    Divernhunter
    Calguns Addict
    • May 2010
    • 8753

    You will be fine. You will probably not be able to tell the difference. The mag primer loads may have a lower SD over the chrono and be more accurate.

    Do not sweat it.
    A 30cal will reach out and touch them. A 50cal will kick their butt.
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    • #3
      Carcassonne
      Veteran Member
      • Jul 2012
      • 4897

      Don't worry about it unless you are already over max pressure.


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      • #4
        stilly
        I need a LIFE!!
        • Jul 2009
        • 10685

        Welcome to my first box of 50 9mm loads that I made in 2012...

        They shot fine, ask my friend, he will tell you all 50 went off...
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