Fiocchi Primers
Friends:
Now that we've flogged Cheddite primers, I thought I might provide some insight into Fiocchi 209s.
A local sports store is currently trying to dump a supply of these at under $20 a brick, so I thought I'd try some.
Before loading, I put a dial caliper on them and found their diameter just under the rim to be identical to Winchester 209s. However, they taper less toward the flash hole than Win. But only by a .001 or so.
So... I tried the Fiocchis in 28 and 12 bore guns. Both hammer and hammerless. They work fine -- and seem to leave less residue in the bore. Also... angular impact sensitivity seems fine. This can be an issue in older hammer guns and some O/Us with angled firing pins.
Also... reloading a case fired with a Fiocchi with another Win. primer does not seem to be a problem. The Win. primers fit as well as ever.
Bottom line: I get great results with Fiocchi 209 primers and save enough on each brick to buy a Happy Meal. Seems appropriate.
Best Kensal
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