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I have since seen a model 1917 Enfield and another model 70 rifle that were destroyed by case head separations.
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I think you may have gotten the circumstances wrong with the 1917. 1917s are widely regarded to be one of the strongest actions among all VIMBARS. I've seen several that were recambered for 300 win mag and larger. I cant see anyone doing that with a receiver that blows just from a separated case head. either there was a squib involved, or that receiver was heavily abused over the course of it's lifetime.