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Caliber is the size designation for rifle and handgun bullets. Guage is the size designation for shotgun rounds.

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What does the diameter in bullets mean?

the caliber or gauge


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one is a 410, the other a 20 That was something I already knew.......The caliber is different, they require different bullets, however, what about the kick. Is there much recoil difference between the two. I thought this was a place for serious answers and discussions not wise cracks from people who don't know their weapons. Some of us ask to learn not to be treated as if we are stupid.


How many bullets does a Winchester hold?

No way to answer without knowing which Winchester you are taling about, i.e., rifle model, shoutgun model, caliber/gauge.


What is difference between 20-gauge and 28-gauge?

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The size of the bore.


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What is the difference between a twelve gauge and twenty gauge shotgun?

Size of the bore.


What caliber is a model 325 s x s shotgun?

Shotguns are described by gauge, not caliber. It should be marked on the barrels as to which is the correct ammuntion and gauge. Shotguns are described by gauge, not caliber. It should be marked on the barrels as to which is the correct ammuntion and gauge.


What is a synonym for caliber?

gauge


What is difference between 16 and 18 gauge steel?

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Is 12 gauge a caliber or gun?

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