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Posted: 6/12/2017 7:18:43 PM EDT
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This is my second day using it. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong but the priming system is flipping the primers on its side and jamming the machine. It is also flipping them upside down. How can I fix this?
I am using CCI 500 small pistol primers.Attached File |
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I have never had concerns with mine, but I have taken and used a sharp countersink to lightly break the edges on the primer plate holes from where they been stamped to make hole
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| I know op's question was answered, but I will add my 650 experience as well. Make sure the press, especially if you have a case feeder, is secure and stable. Also, don't slam the the handle at the top and bottom stroke. This will cause primers to flip. Jm2c. Good luck with the press op! |
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I know op's question was answered, but I will add my 650 experience as well. Make sure the press, especially if you have a case feeder, is secure and stable. Also, don't slam the the handle at the top and bottom stroke. This will cause primers to flip. Jm2c. Good luck with the press op! Just finished up my first thousand 9mm and 500 5.56 from my 650 over the past couple of weeks and there was a learning curve on the smoothness of operating the machine compared to my 550B. A consistent motion from top to bottom with no jerking or speeding up/slowing down until you start to feel the primer seat is key to making sure you aren't shaking the primers up and getting them sideways or upside down. A sturdy(er) bench was also needed for the 650 vs the 550. |
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I know I get flack for this whenever I mention it, but this is just one of the reasons I prime offline before loading onto my XL650. (RCBS APS Bench priming system.)
I feel it is safer and more consistent and reliable. It gives me a chance to feel each primer and to inspect each one before loading onto the machine. But it is definitely slower... |
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I've got to remember to order one of the large tubes next time I'm getting something. That's the only thing I didn't get with my used 650. Just send them an email via the tech support link on the website and tell them you need one as it didn't come with the machine. Include your address and they won't even have to ask you for it, just tell you it's on the way. |
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I know I get flack for this whenever I mention it, but this is just one of the reasons I prime offline before loading onto my XL650. (RCBS APS Bench priming system.) I feel it is safer and more consistent and reliable. It gives me a chance to feel each primer and to inspect each one before loading onto the machine. But it is definitely slower... |
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