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Unread 03-13-2017, 08:05 PM   #12
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Originally Posted by physoft View Post
Does a fluted firing pin tend to minimize any possible damage a "heavy load" would do to the internal parts? I received my first 30 cal Luger DWM 1923 Commercial with blown out breech block, broken firing pin guide and damaged side plate pin/spring that was test fired with Winchester White Box ammo. I am told that this is too hot a round for this gun. Please advise. Thanks.
Where did you find WWB .30 luger?

I'm with Ron, sounds like a bigger issue- like a separated case.
What did the expended case look like?

A lot of hot gas had to get loose in your pistol to cause that much damage. I suspect "re-loads" hot or loaded till the case gave up.

Sorry for your loss.

It would really be good to start your own thread with pictures and not step on this one. JMHO.
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