My dad's one and only rifle, a Rem 725 purchased in 1958 is now in my care. Ran it to the range today and noticed about 50% of the brass had a flattened, deformed edge on one side of the neck. I used Rem Core-lokt and Privi ammo. Don't think it's a major safety concern as none of the rounds fired showed signs of bulging or splitting. All primers looked good, no unseating.
Any idea what might be causing this? Maybe a flat spot in the chamber?? I do know that one of the lugs makes full contact on lock up, and the other does not. Which apparently is somewhat common in the Remington 721, 722, 725 and old 700's.
Should this be of concern or just keep using the rifle as-is? Thanks for any insights.
Any idea what might be causing this? Maybe a flat spot in the chamber?? I do know that one of the lugs makes full contact on lock up, and the other does not. Which apparently is somewhat common in the Remington 721, 722, 725 and old 700's.
Should this be of concern or just keep using the rifle as-is? Thanks for any insights.