Why is a lot number important with ammo?
It tracks individual production runs, where the precise components can be quantified. In case of any problems with the ammunition, this allows it to be individually identified.
Can you ship pistol ammo by mail?
You cannot but you can purchase the ammo from a retailer and have it shipped. Unless you are unfortunate and live in a state where it is regulated.
Can you carry ammunition in the trunk of vehicle?
The laws are different by state. Check with yours, or the state you will be traveling through. Most do allow it.
What is more powerful ammo 9mm or 38?
Pretty close to the same in ballistics. The 9mm is used much more commonly.
Are a 300 savage and 300 wsm the same rifle cartridge?
No. The WSM stands for Winchester Short Magnum. They are not interchangeable.
Ok I have a glock and in the magazine is it ok to leave it full with bullets or not?
You should not have bullets in the clip when not in use. The bullets conpress the spring, which stresses it to the point where it will not respond properly in an emergency.
Actually , leaving the mag loaded , compressing the spring puts no more stress on it than leaving it unloaded. It's the motion of compressing and releasing that weakens the spring over time. Leave 'em loaded.
Can you use 22 long rifle ammo in Winchester model 74?
There were .22 'shorts' and .22 LR (long rifle) models made. Read your barrel to determine which you have.
What is an example of ammunition designed to be used with a muzzleloading firearm?
C. A round lead ball.
Which form do you use to transfer ammunition to range personnel or other unit personnel?
you use to transfer ammunition to range personnel or other unit personnel?
What is the difference between 30-06 Springfield ammunition and 30-06 FMJ ammunition?
Springfield was the name of the arsenal that made the rifle. FMJ (full metal jacket) refers to the type of bullet used in the cartridge. If both are 30-06, they are both capable of being fired together.
What is the best long range caliber with low recoil?
There are many great long range caliber with a varying degree of recoil. 6.5x55 also known as 6.5 Swede or 6.5 Swedish mauser is often regarded as one the best examples.
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Agree with above. Another is the 7mm-08, and the .243. There are several 6mm cartridges developed especially for laong range target shooting.
What does calibor in ammo mean?
The term is caliber (in Britain, caliber). It refers to the size of the projectile (the bullet) and is given in terms of a fraction of an inch. a .50 caliber machine gun fire a bullet that is ABOUT 0.50 inches in diameter, a .22 fires a bullet that is ABOUT 0.22 inches in diameter. With cannon or naval guns, it refers to the ratio of the length of the barrel to the bore diameter. A Naval 5 inch 38 caliber gun fires a shell 5 inches in diameter from a barrel 15.8 feet long (38 x 5)
What is the velocity of 308 rifle bullet?
That will vary depending on the weight of the bullet, length of barrel, etc. Most will run 2800-300 feet per second. However, there was one special .308, the Remington Accelerator, that fired a 55 gr .25 caliber bullet in a plastic sabot, that had speeds around 4,100 fps.
How much does a338 lapua hornaday 285gr bullet drop 1000yds?
If zeroed at 100 yds, the bullet will drop ABOUT 275 inches below the line of sight at 1,000 yards. At that range, large number of variables including the muzzle velocity, air pressure, temperature and humidity.
Could a SLR rifle bullet be used In a 303 rifle both?
No. The L1A1 Self Loading rifle in in caliber 7.62 x51 mm (7.62 NATO) fires a rimless cartridge with a .308 bullet. The .303 Enfield cartridge is a different shape, has a rim, and fires a .311 bullet. If you compare the two cartridges, totally different in shape.
What ammo can you shoot out of a 303?
The cartridge is sometimes called the .303 Enfield or .303 British (or even 7.7×56mmR). Do not attempt to use other ammunition.
Will your 9mm hi point fire Remington's 9mm Luger ammo?
The same cartridge may have different names. Properly called the 9mm Parabellum, it is also called 9mm Luger and 9x19. However, there are SEVERAL different 9mms that do NOT interchange. Your High Point should be able to fire 9mm Luger.