๐ฅ Federal Large Magnum Rifle Match Primers โ Gold Medal No. GM215M
๐ง Basic Product Information
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Brand: Federal Premium Ammunition
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Series: Gold Medal Match
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Primer Number: GM215M
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Type: Large Rifle Magnum Primer (Match-grade)
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Size: Large Rifle
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Category: Magnum, Match
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Packaging: Boxes of 100, cartons of 1,000, and cases of 5,000
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Made in: USA
๐ Product Overview
Federal GM215M Large Magnum Rifle Match Primers are engineered for precision rifle shooters and long-range enthusiasts who demand the most consistent ignition for magnum rifle cartridges. These primers are part of Federal’s Gold Medal Match line, which is known for its extreme manufacturing uniformity, and are specially formulated for use in slow-burning powder loads and large-capacity cartridges.
๐ฏ Key Features & Benefits
โ 1. Match-Grade Consistency
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Manufactured to tighter tolerances than standard primers.
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Each lot is quality tested for ignition consistency and pressure output.
โ 2. Hot, Magnum Ignition
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Designed to reliably ignite large powder charges, even in cold weather or extreme conditions.
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Works exceptionally well with slow-burning powders often used in magnum rifle calibers.
โ 3. Perfect for Precision Shooting
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Used by competitive shooters, snipers, and long-range hunters who demand repeatable performance.
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Match priming compound delivers minimal variation in muzzle velocity.
โ 4. Built for Magnum Rifle Cartridges
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Compatible with high-performance rounds requiring more ignition energy, such as .300 Win Mag, .338 Lapua Mag, .30-378 Wby, and similar.
๐ Technical Specifications
Specification | Value |
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Primer Type | Large Rifle Magnum (Match Grade) |
Primer Number | GM215M |
Match Grade | Yes |
Power Level | Magnum |
Primer Size | Large Rifle (0.210″ diameter) |
Use Case | Long-range precision, hunting, tactical |
Cup Material | Brass alloy |
Temperature Tolerance | High |
๐ฃ Cartridge Applications
Perfect for reloading high-capacity magnum rifle cartridges, including:
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.300 Winchester Magnum
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.338 Lapua Magnum
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.30-378 Weatherby Magnum
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7mm Remington Magnum
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.338 Rem Ultra Mag
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.300 PRC
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.270 Weatherby Mag
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6.5-300 Weatherby Mag
โ ๏ธ Not suitable for standard large rifle applicationsโonly use when data calls for magnum primers.
๐งช Performance Characteristics
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Ignition Strength: High
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Velocity Spread: Extremely low (ideal for precision loads)
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Primer Cup Thickness: Robust enough for high-pressure loads
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Reliability in Cold Weather: Excellent
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Seating Depth: Consistent fit in SAAMI-spec primer pockets
๐ GM215M vs. Other Large Rifle Primers
Primer Type | Power | Match-Grade | Best Use |
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Federal 210 | Std | No | Standard rifle loads |
Federal GM210M | Std | Yes | Precision standard rifle loads |
Federal 215 | Magnum | No | Magnum rifle hunting loads |
Federal GM215M | Magnum | โ Yes | Precision magnum rifle |
CCI 250 | Magnum | No | General magnum rifle |
CCI BR-2 | Std | Yes | Benchrest, standard rifle |
๐ฅ Compatible Powders
Best paired with slow-burning rifle powders commonly used in magnum cartridges:
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Hodgdon H1000
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Retumbo
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IMR 7828
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Alliant RL-25 / RL-26
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Vihtavuori N570
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Norma MRP
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Accurate MagPro
๐ฆ Packaging Options
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100-count box (10 trays of 10 primers)
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1,000-count carton
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5,000-count case (bulk option for competitive shooters)
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Storage Notes
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Store in a dry, cool environment away from heat or flame.
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Do not mix with other primer types.
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Use only with load data specific to magnum rifle primers.
๐งพ Summary
Feature | Federal GM215M |
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Primer Type | Large Rifle Magnum |
Match Grade | โ Yes |
Use Case | Long-range precision, magnum loads |
Powder Compatibility | Slow-burning powders |
Cold Weather Reliability | Excellent |
Primer Cup | Strong, consistent ignition |
Cartridge Examples | .300 Win Mag, .338 Lapua, .30-378 Wby |
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