Observations on firing the .30 luger: problems, ammo, springs

K.Wilhelm · 12-16-2015, 03:49 PM

With all of the stories I have read about problematic .30 Lugers I must be blessed not having had these issues. One of my 1920's Commercials isn't much to look at but sure can shoot. My handloads with GT's Swiss FMJ bullets and HP-38 powder have worked great from the start. I have actually had more issues with 9mm Lugers. I think it may have something to do with the .30 being the original caliber for the design. Anyway, we've all experienced different sagas on our Luger trails. Bill

12-16-2015, 03:49 PM	#4
K.Wilhelm User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: South Central Colorado Posts: 215 Thanks: 45 Thanked 109 Times in 66 Posts	.30 Luger "quirks" With all of the stories I have read about problematic .30 Lugers I must be blessed not having had these issues. One of my 1920's Commercials isn't much to look at but sure can shoot. My handloads with GT's Swiss FMJ bullets and HP-38 powder have worked great from the start. I have actually had more issues with 9mm Lugers. I think it may have something to do with the .30 being the original caliber for the design. Anyway, we've all experienced different sagas on our Luger trails. Bill __________________ NRA Endowment Life member Proud veteran of the Naval Security Group Last edited by K.Wilhelm; 12-16-2015 at 03:51 PM. Reason: spelling

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