The Lee Navy rifle intrigues me. I’m not sure that I’ve ever seen one in person. I enjoyed reading more about it and seeing these photos

But in the article the author stated, “The frailty of the extractor has made the Lee Navy a dangerous rifle to shoot for present day enthusiasts who try to hand load cartridges that feature re-sized and modified brass, as factory ammunition has been out of production for nearly a century. Finding relic cartridges manufactured for military service is extremely difficult, as single rounds boast a significant value.“

What is it about shooting this rifle today is so dangerous? It’s not clear from the article what the problem is, other than the extractor. Maybe I’m just dense, but I’m not sure why a dainty extractor would make a gun dangerous to shoot.

Anyone with any specific experience or insight in shooting this largely-overlooked gun would be appreciated.