[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Help My Gun Exploded! (Page 1 of 2)
Posted: 1/1/2013 1:26:06 PM EDT
 I have a question, will a 300 blackout shell go in enough for the firing pin to be activated.... I thought with the different diameters from .223 to 300 the BCG would not be able to go far enough forward for the gun to fire. The reason I ask is that my wife grabbed the wrong mag and loaded 300 blackout into my piston AR and it exploded. Any help would be appreciated.
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http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/553182_10200266353805181_1246997644_n.jpgI have a question, will a 300 blackout shell go in enough for the firing pin to be activated.... I thought with the different diameters from .223 to 300 the BCG would not be able to go far enough forward for the gun to fire. The reason I ask is that my wife grabbed the wrong mag and loaded 300 blackout into my piston AR and it exploded. Any help would be appreciated. I think you answered your own question. |
| Thank you for your concern, she got a little shrapnel in her arm and powder burn but she's a trooper. I even had the mags labeled, just a small lapse in judgement on her part. Everybodys ok except the gun, and that one i had the most $ into Adams Arms Piston system, hardcore lower, Evo rail all ruined. |
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Thank you for your concern, she got a little shrapnel in her arm and powder burn but she's a trooper. I even had the mags labeled, just a small lapse in judgement on her part. Everybodys ok except the gun, and that one i had the most $ into Adams Arms Piston system, hardcore lower, Evo rail all ruined. Damn. That looks rough! Doesn't look like the Evo rail was damaged though, and actually the lower looks ok.. More damage pics! Eta- glad everyone is ok! |
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Thank you for your concern, she got a little shrapnel in her arm and powder burn but she's a trooper. I even had the mags labeled, just a small lapse in judgement on her part. Everybodys ok except the gun, and that one i had the most $ into Adams Arms Piston system, hardcore lower, Evo rail all ruined. Damn. That looks rough! Doesn't look like the Evo rail was damaged though, and actually the lower looks ok.. More damage pics! Eta- glad everyone is ok! Agreed, I bet lots of that can be saved, might need a new barrel, definitely an upper receiver. |
| I've color coded and labeled my .300AAC, .22lr and 5.56 to prevent this very thing. FDE is .300AAC, OD green is .22lr and Black is 5.56. All mags and uppers labeled with caliber. Best method I could think of to idiot (me) proof everything. Glad no one was seriously injured. Typing this has made me think I might change the color code, as Black would make sense for .300 AAC Blackout, wouldn't it? |
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Quoted: Just weld the side back on and it will be fine.   Sorry about your luck OP. Glad it's just the gun that's got permanent damage, and not your wife. My father once managed to load a 1911 mag with 45 and 9 mm at the same time. Ran the whole mag through a 45 1911.. No damage, but still. Always pay attention!
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Quoted: Short answer is yes. The .300 Blackout can chamber and fire in a .223/5.56mm rifle (due to the bullet being pushed back into the casing when chambered) with bad results - as you have found out. Hope your wife wasn't hurt. I stand corrected. Forgot about the short case length. 5.56 owners need to be very careful if there are .300 mags laying around. |
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You see that gold looking powder around the bolt? That's the 300 case turning into dust from the pressure!!! Wow... This is a learning moment for everyone here and on the Internet. Let this be a lesson to everyone. Be careful!!!
Btw.... Picts of wife aren't loading??? F5,,,,,,,f5......f5.....
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| This use to be my Core 15 upper, Now its scrap metalhttp://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc6/282805_10200267673998185_1870436116_n.jpg |
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That little red dot in the barrel is the lead and it was only 1.25 inches from end. IT ALMOST MADE IT THROUGH! I was surprised it went that far. I found out the barrel is a loss too...take a look at the broken tooth!http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/582326_10200267649077562_1831164112_n.jpg |
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Sorry (I don't make the rules), but that won't fly in here - COC #9 "Bikini pics may ONLY be posted in the BOTD forum, and under the rules posted in that forum." How can I stay mad at this!...She said she would make it up to me(I'm thinking Seekin's Precision) by getting another AR. I'll have to be put on a waiting list to get it though. BTW here you go Slug-O |
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Quoted: edit How can I stay mad at this!...She said she would make it up to me(I'm thinking Seekin's Precision) by getting another AR. I'll have to be put on a waiting list to get it though. BTW here you go Slug-O Oh Lord, nice wife. Glad she is Fine, (get it? )That said I need to make a Lamp, and your busted upper and barrel base and column. I'll pay you a few dollars and cover the shipping. Please let Monkey_Wrench know. |
| Have you tried to buff it out? WOW F$%$ÎG WOW!!!! Seriously, I am glad everyone is fine metal can be replaced. That just made my decision for my next build it will not be a 300. It looks like a nice alternative to the 223 but having both around just too many possibilities. I think I will just look for a 308 instead. |
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First of all, thanks goodness no one was injured. That's pretty intense. After having read what happened, and having seen the carnage, we would like to help you get back in business. Obviously this is outside typical warranty considerations, but we strive to avoid typical. If you would contact me at [email protected] we will be happy to work with you in getting a replacement built ASAP. Look forward to hearing back. -Justin
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First of all, thanks goodness no one was injured. That's pretty intense. After having read what happened, and having seen the carnage, we would like to help you get back in business. Obviously this is outside typical warranty considerations, but we strive to avoid typical. If you would contact me at [email protected] we will be happy to work with you in getting a replacement built ASAP. Look forward to hearing back. -Justin  I need more of your products!
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First of all, thanks goodness no one was injured. That's pretty intense. After having read what happened, and having seen the carnage, we would like to help you get back in business. Obviously this is outside typical warranty considerations, but we strive to avoid typical. If you would contact me at [email protected] we will be happy to work with you in getting a replacement built ASAP. Look forward to hearing back. -Justin That is the most outstanding customer service I have ever seen. Next time I am in Ocala, I plan to make a purchase. My dad needs a new rifle. The 20" A2 I gave him is getting too heavy for him in his old age. I have 4 spikes FLHTF lowers that I am building and was going to give him one of those after completion. That kind of customer service needs to be rewarded. |
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Quoted: First of all, thanks goodness no one was injured. That's pretty intense. After having read what happened, and having seen the carnage, we would like to help you get back in business. Obviously this is outside typical warranty considerations, but we strive to avoid typical. If you would contact me at [email protected] we will be happy to work with you in getting a replacement built ASAP. Look forward to hearing back. -Justin Oh my. Way to STEP UP TO THE PLATE! |