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sheepherder · 10-30-2014, 09:49 PM

I've read conflicting descriptions of how .22LR cartridges are primed. One source says the primer is a mixture poured [?] into the case, which then hardens, and the powder is added. Another source says the primer is in the form of a thread laid around the base of the case and powder added.

In any event, someone out there seems to think that Lugers will fire .22LR with stock firing pin/breechblocks. There have been two barreled receivers offered for sale. Neither uses the Erma sub-caliber 'kit'. I've never seen a fired .22 case with a center strike, but the bit bucket at the club has about a dozen .22 rim mis-fires on any given day.

I shall see.

10-30-2014, 09:49 PM	#2
sheepherder Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: ...on the 'ol Erie Canal... Posts: 8,197 Thanks: 1,416 Thanked 4,462 Times in 2,336 Posts	I've read conflicting descriptions of how .22LR cartridges are primed. One source says the primer is a mixture poured [?] into the case, which then hardens, and the powder is added. Another source says the primer is in the form of a thread laid around the base of the case and powder added. In any event, someone out there seems to think that Lugers will fire .22LR with stock firing pin/breechblocks. There have been two barreled receivers offered for sale. Neither uses the Erma sub-caliber 'kit'. I've never seen a fired .22 case with a center strike, but the bit bucket at the club has about a dozen .22 rim mis-fires on any given day. I shall see. __________________ I like my coffee the way I like my women... ...Cold and bitter...