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Bianchi · November 22, 1999, 10:05 PM

I have a S&W 19 2-1/2" barrel. I don't have any problems shooting factory loads. When I shoot my reloads I get a lot of hangfires. My first thought was that I didn't seat the primers deep enough. Because about 70% will fire if struck a second time. I've checked the primers in all my reloads however and they are not high.
I bought the revolver used and I'm wondering if there is something I could check to see if it's out of adjustment. Timing?
Any help will be appreciated
Thanks
Lou

November 22, 1999, 10:05 PM	#1
Bianchi Member Join Date: November 2, 1999 Location: Randolph, MA USA Posts: 38	I have a S&W 19 2-1/2" barrel. I don't have any problems shooting factory loads. When I shoot my reloads I get a lot of hangfires. My first thought was that I didn't seat the primers deep enough. Because about 70% will fire if struck a second time. I've checked the primers in all my reloads however and they are not high. I bought the revolver used and I'm wondering if there is something I could check to see if it's out of adjustment. Timing? Any help will be appreciated Thanks Lou