absolutely, this has occurred three times to me. This creates a lot of animosity, but you should be well aware that this is a process is that works successfully and poses no danger to you as long as you are following the instructions. There are two different types of bullet pullers – the kinetic … I've never thought it necessary yo get a collet puller. A couple years ago, I had a primer go off on a .338 round I was pulling with a kinetic puller. Didn't have a KB but did have something weird (to me) happen. There are two different types of bullet pullers – the kinetic and the cam-lock. The primer missed my head, since I was leaning off to the side, and stuck in the ceiling. I suspect the largest danger would be the primer exiting the pocket and flying back at the user. I remember seeing pictures to accompany an article in one of the magazines a number of years ago that verified that it is possible. Best wishes sir. Understand that what you could accomplish with one or two strikes will take eight or more if you are not giving enough force. the round did not go off , but in all three cases the primer was ejected with enough force that you would definetly be hurt bad if struck by it. Last time I tried pulling a bullet on the second or third impact the inner circle part of the retaining cap blew out along with the powder, case, bullet and retainer collet! And no, I didn't have it upside down. This includes getting all the gunpowder out, as well as the ammunition. Use it in the right way and be smart and you can quickly take apart the cartridges that you may have mistakenly created. I do it all the time and have never had a problem, nor have I ever heard of anyone else having a problem. When you're racing, it's LIFE. This is a low-cost way to be able to retrieve your ammunition so that it can be reused. I don't know where you get that, but I guess anything's possible... Standard shellholders have a recessed "trough" that's put there so even a slightly protruding primer cannot contact the shellholder body. I had a primer go off on a .300 WM case, gave me a good scare and put a nice little hole in the ceiling. Just said a short little prayer that you and your family will be blessed with happiness and good health during this celebration of Easter. If this is not included in the kit you will need to purchase it. The collet captures the cartridge in place, to ensure that it does not become loose during the striking process. But I think that's the most likely explanation. I wear them ALL the time not just when I am loading. There is an Item called Safety glasses. here is the best bullet puller I've ever owned! If you don't know a reloader, and are trying to make a bullet keychain or something, best to buy one. I had one go off years ago with the Lee Loader. This has been a very informative thread. No powder burn, but the primer embedded in the unfinished ceiling joist directly above. 10-31-2007, 11:43 PM #2. This is used to actually hold the shell casing in place to help dislodge the bullet. If the primer protrudes enough to be struck by the bottom of that recessed area, the fault is not with the shellholder or the kinetic puller, but with a grossly protruding primer. Since you have a kinetic bullet puller (a hammer) that's about it. All primers vary in sensitivity. You can reach him at twitter @jaysonirvyn. My reloading manual makes note about not using them for rounds with high-primers, stating that the high primer may slam down in the pocket risking detonation. The collet type are better as mentioned, a RCBS Collet Bullet Puller works real nice and you add collets for different bullets but the collet type will not do certain bullets. "The only time I ever said "no" to drink was when I misunderstood the question. One of the challenges that people have in using this kind of puller is that they become genuinely concerned about the fact that they are striking ammunition against a hard surface. I seem to recall reports of it happening in the past. Make sure you are using the right equipment for the right job so that you don’t have issues that lead to injury or damage to your equipment. I switched to a colet puller years ago also. I won't use an inertia puller on Berdan primed, You remain marginally disappointing. Possible? Its safer, and eaiser to use IMO. He was pulling one bullet with pliers and the charge went off. Kinetic bullet puller or just leave alone and display- pliers will make a pulled lead bullet pretty ugly. WD-40 sprayed upon the primer will kill it. IMO. No answer for it. Wad Cutter for example … I have never had a primer go off in a "hammer" puller or heard/read of one going off. I've never seen a primer with a firing pin dent in it from a kenetic puller ! While both work extremely well at their task, the way you use each one of these devices is different than the other. I don't see how one could anyway. A big THANK YOU to the posters on this thread for the heads-up on the bullet puller. The O-ring that holds the collet together on my kinetic bullet puller broke. Interesting thread. Here are the steps on how you would use this. It was much faster than the kinetic puller, but it does take time to set up. Many of these come with step-by-step instructions, which include diagrams, so you can be sure that the steps you are taking are the right ones. In my 35+ years of reloading, I've never had any problems with my kinetic pullers. If you are a person who enjoys reloading your own ammunition, that having the proper tools is extremely important to your craft. Nevertheless, I still like you ... not a lot, but I like you ....​. These help you to hold the cartridge in place while you are dislodging the ammunition. The truth is that they absolutely are. An eye-opener, so to speak. Once you have successfully dislodged the cartridge, separate the different components that you have inside your cartridge. It's always good to see your comments here. Are there any real dangers of primers going off when using a kinetic bullet puller? I was going to mention a loose primer pocket as the possible culprit, but thought I'd get snickered at. They don't bugger up the bullet tips like the kinetic pullers do. neever had a round go off when using one,but I have had a number of rounds ,where the bullet comes out,gets powder in the puller body,then the bullet will rebound ,and go back in to the case mouth.The only way I know it happens ,is there is powder in the puller,and the bullet is still in the case. My bench is on a concrete slab covered with the indoor/outdoor type thin carpet so I just bang the puller on the floor. RCBS doesnt sell … Whether or not it can be explained, there's no question that it happens. Included inside the puller will be a piece of foam or rubber that helps to prevent the bullet from becoming dented during the striking process. You have entered an incorrect email address! He wound up with half of one middle finger missing. I was checking out bullet pullers and began wondering about the primer going off when using this tool like a hammer. Included within the kit that you purchase there will be several different pieces, including o-ring bands. No warnings were written about centerfire. I use mine fairly frequently and always wondered. I have used a Lyman Quinetic bullet puller for a few decades and have disassembled maybe 500 cartridges in that time. Once the collet is assembled, you will insert the cartridge into the cap of the puller. 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In all three instances, impact on rods against the noses of the bullets sent enough vibration back to the primers to ignite the primers and the powder charges. I have my own theory as to how / why this happens , but will keep to myself. Anything that happens before or after is just waiting.". I guess I lost it when I unscrewed the cap, and I cant find it to get a diameter or thickness. A forum community dedicated to all firearm owners and enthusiasts. Either way, the lexan barrel of the KE puller would contain any brass fragments. Flinch. How to Install & Tune a Drop Away Arrow Rest? ", I have heard of it but never seen it happen. Jayson Irvyn has been bloggin for three decades. ... A friend of mine and a client of mine set a couple of 'em off in loading dies, and a bench-rester at a match set one off in a chamber with no bolt in the receiver. I've heard of the dangers of kinetic puller but never a real situation where a round has went off knocking a bullet out. This helps to ensure that you do not cause any damage to the device or to your cartridges, while also protecting yourself from being injured. "A lot of people go through life doing things badly. I had a primer go off in a Lee priming too about 25 years ago...?? However, many options will tell you that you need a stronger surface, such as concrete or steel. 8 years of reloading and I've never had a mis-fire, so to speak. The essential part of using a bullet puller is that this will safely remove the ammo and powder from the cartridge without damaging that cartridge. I've found that you can get better performance by putting a block of wood into a vise, then pounding the puller on the wood. The anvil would then act as a firing pin inside the primer. Re: Kinetic Bullets Puller = KB. I want to pull the bullets off some surplus & lower the powder charge.. I got hit in my right eye with a Bumble bee when riding my Harley, it diden't blind me but damm near did. 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