Chambering rounds

[DavyG]

That’s what I meant…

 

[Ronin]

If it was a proud non working plunger the bolt would not close and the weapon would not fire as there would be too much protrusion of the plunger to a, engage bolt head and b, allow firing pin to strike the primer

 

[DavyG]

Could a jammed extractor cause something similar…?
DG

Edit…

 

[scotch_egg]

If it was a proud non working plunger the bolt would not close and the weapon would not fire as there would be too much protrusion of the plunger to a, engage bolt head and b, allow firing pin to strike the primer

Not with the amount of force that had clearly been used. Crush fit

 

[MAH]

when I chamber a round the bold is really hard to seat down

I've read some of the other responses, where you confirm factory cartridges.
But what about the rifle? Is it new, s/h standard, or custom, with a new barrel?

My thoughts
Take it to a gunsmith before you shoot it again.

However, before you go, you could also

a. Use a micrometer to measure the "case" length so as to compare it with the appropriate specification. What is the cartridge? I will send you details.

b. Pull the cartridge to remove bullet and power.
Then cover the case with felt tip marker pen.
When it's dry gently chamber the case a few times, upto the point of mild resistance.
This should scuff the ink off the case where its catching the chamber.
Repeat until you get a clear confirmation of the contact point.

M

 

[Molly]

Had it to the GS and he’s cleaned shoulder / neck and now fine

 

[Bo Diddley]

Had it to the GS and he’s cleaned shoulder / neck and now fine

10-minute maintenance job then