Primers

[machineman98]

This is probably the age old question, but what is the difference between standard primers and magnum primers?
I have read and heard different things.

 

[Catfur]

More bang (to ignite more, or less sensitive powder).

(some, not all, but some, have thicker cup walls)

 

[NCFrank]

http://www.cci-ammunition.com/products/primers/default.aspx

 

[timeout]

A picture is worth a thousand words...........

http://www.6mmbr.com/PrimerPix.html

 

[243winxb]

Mysteries And Misconceptions Of The All-Important Primer http://www.shootingtimes.com/2011/01/04/ammunition_st_mamotaip_200909/

 

[machineman98]

Thanks for the info. This explained things very well.