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What does a 50 grain bullet campared to?
A .22 long rifle is 55 grains
How many grams of gunpowder is in a 22 long rifle?
Powder charges are traditionally weighed in GRAINS rather than grams. Originally, the .22 LR was loaded with 7 grains of very fine black powder. All present day 22 LR ammo is loaded with smokeless powder, and the charge is about 1 grain.
Is there any issues with using a 22 long rifle cartrige in a handgun designed to use 22 magnum?
Yes they use a different chamber size which may cause failure.
What is the approximate mass of a 50 caliber round?
Bullets are measured in grains. 50 caliber rifle rounds typcially range from 650 grains to 800 grains. 50 caliber handgun rounds are typically around 325 to 350 grains.
How long has gunpowder been in use?
Gunpowder was invented by the Ancient Chinese. Gunpowder came to Europe in the 1260s.
What is magnum in guns?
That is a shell with a larger powder capacity based on a previously existing shell. Example: Modern .22s come in short, long rifle, and magnum. The magnum is a bit longer than the long rifle and contains a few grains more powder for higher velocity.
How long is gunpowder good for is there a expiration date?
gunpowder never expires but it doesn't work if it's wet
When gunpowder is invented?
It was invented in the 1800s. Soldiers used gunpowder in the Civil War and both World Wars. Gunpowder has been around for a very long time. :)
What did the musket look like?
A musket typically had a long barrel, a wooden stock, and a matchlock or flintlock mechanism to ignite the gunpowder. It was a heavy and cumbersome firearm used in the 16th to 19th centuries.
Who was the first one to create gunpowder?
It is not possible to say who first invented gunpowder. It was certainly used by the Chinese long before the west
Is gunpowder legal in California?
Yes, as long as you are not purchasing it for an unlawful purpose. You can purchase gunpowder for reloading ammunition, and that's legal, but you cannot purchase gunpowder with the intent of constructing a bomb or explosive device.
What is the difference between 22 long 22 long rifle and 22 shorts?
The length- short, then long, then long rifle- also the power. Long rifle usually has a heavier bullet.
