Author Topic: Could Ammo Lot Variations Be Causing Some FTF?  (Read 6631 times)

Offline capt.koolaid

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Re: Could Ammo Lot Variations Be Causing Some FTF?
« Reply #15 on: May 23, 2006, 02:20:03 AM »
well said jarcher ;)

Offline dkg31442

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Re: Could Ammo Lot Variations Be Causing Some FTF?
« Reply #16 on: May 23, 2006, 02:45:34 AM »
I don't know if this complicates the issue, but, S&W points out some factors regarding the impact of bullet weights/recoil on the remaining rounds in a revolver. I see very little difference in rounds in a magazine as opposed to a cylinder. The recoil resulting from heavier bullets may  slightly dislodge bullets in subsequent rounds, changing the geometry, and perhaps effecting the chambering process. That may mean using less than 115 gr...maybe?
From S&W Revolver Manual:
Before placing any of these reduced weight revolvers into
service, perform the following test to determine the suitability
of the ammunition you intend to use.
At a gun range or other suitable and safe location, prepare your
revolver for firing by fully loading its cylinder with the ammunition
to be tested. While pointing the firearm in a safe direction, fire all
but the last round. Remove the empty casings and the last
loaded round from the revolver’s cylinder.                        
Carefully inspect the loaded round to determine if its bullet
has started to unseat (move forward) from its casing
If it has, you should not use the tested ammunition in your
revolver. Choose another projectile weight or brand of
ammunition and repeat this test until you find one that
DOES NOT UNSEAT under these test conditions. When you
are finished, fully unload your revolver and secure it safely.



Offline BillinPittsburgh

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Re: Could Ammo Lot Variations Be Causing Some FTF?
« Reply #17 on: May 23, 2006, 11:25:42 PM »
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There are specifications which define the various characteristics of ammo.  My attitude, which I firmly believe is very reasonable, is that if the ammo is in spec, it should work in a pistol and if it does not there is an issue with the pistol.  If the ammo is out of spec, well then that's another story.  

I totally agree.  

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