17 HMR warning/recall

[ChaseOK]

Remington has issued the following warning: Do not attempt to use 17 HMR ammunition in a semi-automatic firearm.

Remington is also recalling the Remington model 597 semi-auto, 17 HMR caliber rifle.

http://www.remington.com/safety/17_HMR_Ammo_notice/default.asp

PRODUCT SAFETY WARNING
AND RECALL NOTICE

17 HMR AMMUNITION AND MODEL 597® 17 HMR SEMI-AUTOMATIC

DO NOT USE REMINGTON 17 HMR AMMUNITION IN SEMI-AUTOMATIC FIREARMS.

DO NOT USE THE REMINGTON MODEL 597 17 HMR SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE.

Remington has been notified by its supplier of 17 HMR ammunition that 17 HMR ammunition is not suitable for use in semi-automatic firearms. The use of this ammunition in a semi-automatic firearm could result in property damage or serious personal injury.

 

[dennishoddy]

Thats what happens when you get a 3rd world country to make your guns and then you get the bad effect of the PR,