Yes it's like chambering a round when you are set up correctly you'll see the primer. after the bullet is pulled the bullet and powder drop into the hammer. 3-4 sharp blows ( like driving a nail ) should give you an empty case.

The last time I used mine I had bought a bunch of .44 mag loads, and I don't shoot anyone elses loads but my own so I pulled all 200 rounds. They were supposed to be all the same load according to the person that loaded them; but when I pulled them it was obvious they weren't and some weren't even charged.

Good Luck