Thread: Taper Crimp
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Old April 13, 2000, 06:10 PM   #3
WESHOOT2
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Different view.

1) Crimp is not sufficient to hold bullet; requires correct case neck tension.

2) Auto cartridges headspace based on extractor tension holding the cartridge against the breech face.

3) Measuring at the case mouth, 40 S&W should go around .422".

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