Non-corrosive, all weather primers deliver fast, dependable ignition under any shooting condition. Winchester works to make sure all primers are reliable, instant and precise. In Winchester testing labs, primers are constantly and rigorously tested for consistency and sensitivity at temperatures and conditions far beyond the range of normal usage. Winchester guarantees better sensitivity for more positive firing in all guns, carefully-controlled weights of primer mixtures, consistency in size and quality, precise measurements and tolerances for anvil heights, and stability in extremes of temperatures and humidity.
Received these WLR primers two weeks ago. The primers look good with no signs of moisture exposure, as reported by others. The packaging is as shown on the Sportsman's webpage: black, red, and white. I believe these are from recent production based on this packaging, compared to the blue boxes used for the last twenty years or so.
The product looks old to me definitely dull and faded on the primers. I don’t remember seeing any Winchesters like this before. I don’t think it’s the current packaging so maybe it’s new old stock I guess. Definitely would not hope to have to buy them again. Transaction and shipping was fine no problems there. I should’ve paid attention to the product picture and read the reviews.
My primers look good, price is high.
The lot I received had discoloration and corrosion on the firing pin side of the primer cup. These have been stored improperly and subject to atmospheric moisture. Not sure if they go bang when I ask yet, but I sure hope so for this price!