I started out with Nosler Partition 140 gr. Immediately I noticed the new Graf/Privi case mouth swallowed the 140 gr bullet. I re-sized the case and was able to crimp the bullet in place. After that, no problems with the 140 grs.

Next, I used the Hornady 160 gr round-nose bullets that are .268" The case mouth was fine for that bullet. However, several out of ten bullets stuck in the seating plug - and stayed there requiring disassembling the die.

Checking the plug, I noted that it is for spire point bullets - cone shaped. The Hornady 160 gr has a lead tip which probably helps it stick.

I can get a custom plug for about $14, but that is a pain in the wallet. I read that polishing the plug might help, but I'm not sure how to accomplish that.

Any ideas?
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