Thread: Safety Reminder

Battery operated scales - A timely reminder.
We had a gentleman visit us on Friday with a blown howa 223.
This is the second time we have seen a Howa rifle hold together in a catastrophic event.
We have seen it when there has been both an overcharge and incorrect powder was used, both times the Howa held together when other firearms may well have thrown the bolt back at the firer.
In the latest event, the batteries in the scale had become flat enough that the readings were no longer accurate.
It is important to regularly check your scales are still reading accurately when reloading.
Barrel
Cracked bolt body
Bolt face stuck in the receiver