BLOW UP
OK...the bulge to the rear of the case is clear indication that the gun was fired when the bolt was not properly close and locked. The blow out to the side is further indication that the case was not supported by the barrel when the ignition took place.
The damage, in my opinion was caused by the release of gases to the rear thru the ruptured case.
If a Luger is properly 'locked up' when fired, the unlocking action is so slow that the pressure in the barrel will even not blow the case out...it takes an extractor to remove it [try it some time?]
I don't think you had an ammo problem. [IMHO]
Orv Reichert
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