The problem seems to be ALL 17HMR Semi-Autos are considered unsafe. I know some makers stopped production a while ago due to too many failures. The main failure seems to be case ruptures in dirty chambers. The recall is supposed to effect all semi-autos and no bolt guns. The Remington recall states semi-autos only. I know of some major problems with the Excel MR-17, they have a long and very bad history of blown cases. About the only rifle that does not have a lot of trouble is the Volquartsen. Most 17HMR shooters will tell you the rifles shoot best with a some what dirty barrel. My Savage 93R17 BTVS won't group well until I shoot 20 or so rounds after a complete cleaning.
Remington seems to be low balling on the buy back. I believe the cost on the 597 is about double the buy back offer.
CCI recalled some 17HMR ammo, but I'm unsure of what loadings.
Ron M.
Remington seems to be low balling on the buy back. I believe the cost on the 597 is about double the buy back offer.
CCI recalled some 17HMR ammo, but I'm unsure of what loadings.
Ron M.
