BLR .308

big sal

September 08, 2010 11:41

I bought a 1973 BLR .308 that is in like new condition rarely shot. It came with several boxes of 180 gr. Federal that were purchased in 1994. I have experienced some hanging up in the chamber after firing. I don't think it is buldging cartridges but maybe something with the rim of the case. Any thoughts? Could the ammo be too much for the gun?

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  11b6r

  September 08, 2010 12:33

  Would start by examining your brass, and by scrubbing the daylights out of the chamber with a chamber brush and powder solvent. You MAY be experiencing dried oil/grease etc in the chamber. Also clean the extractor, and be sure that it is free to move in its slot.
  
  Unlikely that factory ammo would be "too much" for a good quality rifle.

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  MIKE WISKEY

  September 09, 2010 05:53

  do NOT try to disassemble the rifle if you are not familure with the blr. there is a 'rack and pinion' gear assy. that controls headspace. short of a good cleaning leave this to your gunsmith.

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