pink stuff on fed primers???

[okie]

I recently decided to try Fed match primers to try to lower my E.S.,they have pink stuff all over the back. Some were completely covered,some not,some had 1 hole plugged,others 2,others 3. Is this a normal lot? does anyone know how or if this effects vel. or accuracy? The regular Fed. primers I use for varmints have no pink stuff. Just wondering? THanks in advance for any info. mp

 

[Forum Boss]

Please submit a photo if you can.

Do you mean pink stuff on the outer cup of the primer or pink compound covering the anvil on the side that faces the powder?

 

[jb1000br]

Sounds like he is speaking about the anvil,"1/2/3 holes plugged")

yes, that is normal.

Priming compound is more of a chartreuse color IIRC...

JB

 

[okie]

yes, the side facing the powder, sorry, can't post pic. thanks

 

[okie]

thanks, my question has been answered by .243 editor.

 

[Mikem]

I talked with Federal about this one time, and was told that its just latex paint, not a sealer or any thing to do with there operation. just for IDing them.
Mike.