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Primers for SOCOM16 reloads?

Moe1Moe1 Member Posts: 73 ✭✭
edited June 2008 in Ask the Experts
I have started reloading 308 winchester brass for my SOCOM16 using CCI large rifle, 200, primers. Now, I find one book that recommends winchester magnum primers.

I started with CCI primers because they are harder and less likely to cause a slam fire. So now I am confused! Should I change to CCI magnum primers or what?

Your advise is appreciated.
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    FrancFFrancF Member Posts: 35,278 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    What powder are they using with the mag primers? With some powders you will need to (compensate) by backing off a grain or two if you are near a max load as the mag primer burns hotter.
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    Moe1Moe1 Member Posts: 73 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    I have been using Varget but am going to use a slower burning powder such as IMR3031 with the 16" barrel.
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    Moe1Moe1 Member Posts: 73 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    I meant a faster burning powder. On review of my book, I think the CCI 200 will be fine.
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    FrancFFrancF Member Posts: 35,278 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    quote:Originally posted by Moe1
    I have been using Varget but am going to use a slower burning powder such as IMR3031 with the 16" barrel.


    Don't want to eat up your post so others can answer, But out of my M1a Varget and CCI BR-2 primers have been a great combo.
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