Headspace questions

AdrianM

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I recently acquired a 1945 Enfield Jungle Carbine in super shape. The bolt head is a #1 I think.

I fired it 4 times. It shoots well but I noticed that there are burn marks on the throat of the brass about 1/4 of an inch down. Is this a sign of a headspace problem?

Where can I get a tool to measure the headspace to see if it's within spec?

Can I get a tool that will work for a variety of firearms or is it a specific tool for each?

Thanks,
Adrian
 
AdrianM said:
I recently acquired a 1945 Enfield Jungle Carbine in super shape. The bolt head is a #1 I think.

I fired it 4 times. It shoots well but I noticed that there are burn marks on the throat of the brass about 1/4 of an inch down. Is this a sign of a headspace problem?

Where can I get a tool to measure the headspace to see if it's within spec?

Can I get a tool that will work for a variety of firearms or is it a specific tool for each?

Thanks,
Adrian
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I dont think there's a problem,my 2 Lee Enfield do that too if i remember well and never had any issues with. Headspacing gages are availables from various place like brownells. Gages are specific for each caliber.
Jocelyn
 
Adrian,

Look up Hungry, he has made the offer to check anyone's headspace for free, he might be able to help with the 303 aswell

Hungry said:
Fire the rifle after greasing it like mad, and then send me 3 pcs of fired brass, small padded envelope with a $ 1.25 stamp. I'll measure your cases and give you an idea. :D

And this offer is open to any of you out there who shoot a .308 Win rifle (does not have to be an M14). So if you happen to shoot a .308 sniper (Wendy the Kookoo is messing with my mind) rifle, feel free to send me 3 pcs of fired brass, no worries. I got yer .308 backs.

Hey, listen while we are at it... I can do .243 and .260 Rem brass too because the .308 Winnie is their PARENT case ! Yeeha! :evil:

PM me!

Cheers,
Barney
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Many bullets show powder burns on the neck, no big deal. If your burns went past the shoulder, then you have a problem
 
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