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My brand new CZ 550 FS in 6.5x55 mm snaps over cartridges fed singly into the chamber just fine. I'll stop doing it though, as I don't want to risk breaking the extractor.

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I've been thinking back to all the articles I've read about converting Mauser extractors to override cartridge rims (many years ago). I don't remember any details, but what I do remember is people saying an unmodified Mauser simply would not snap over a rim, no way. This makes me think that the fellow at CZ who said Model 550 extractors are not so modified may have been mistaken. Also, I've examined mine, and the outer edge is ground to a bevel; it is not square. Why would they do that if not for this purpose?

Take care, Tom

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