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Old 02-12-2020, 10:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Hondo44 View Post
You're very welcome.

Before scrapping your 32 Long cyl, I would try to identify the cause of the sticking cases. For example; where does the brass bulge, up near the mouth of the case (as I suspect), near the case head, etc.? Hopefully not at the cyl locking notches.

By reaming the chambers with a 32 H&R finishing reamer, you will shave the chambers slightly for their full length. You just may find that it straightens the chamber walls enough to prevent the cases from bulging and sticking upon extraction. You've got nothing to lose and a lot to gain if it works.
That's a great suggestion, I assumed that the cylinder was toast. It is worth a try.
IIRC,the brass was asymmetrically bulging in the center. I'll go find that brass to be sure.
Thanks.
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