Dry firing

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Kathryn

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I have heard conflicting advice about dry firing, and was wondering if I could generate even more. Love to be confused! ;) Does it harm the firing pin or not? Do I need to buy those funny looking fake bullets to practice with?

I have a sig 225. If that makes a difference...

Thanks!!!
 
I've heard the conflicting reports as well. Generally, good quality guns like the Sig won't suffer from occasional dry fire. If you intend to to extensive dry fire, you should either get the snap caps you're talking about or use an already fired shell. The snap cap gives the firing pin something to bounce straight off so that the firing pin goes back through it's hole without being jarred into the sides of the hole causing damage, so I've been told.
 
Dry firing, when performed correctly and with adequate frequency, will enhance your skill level. I have dry fired my Springfield 1911 and Smith revolvers quite extensively with no apparent structural deterioration or loss of performance. However, since different brands of firearms vary in their design, if there's any doubt, go ahead and buy those funny looking fake bullets. I'm sure they would be cheaper than a trip to the gunsmith...

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johnnyb
 
take a fired shell from your gun and knock out the old primer. cut a piece of rubber or trim down a pencil eraser and glue it in the primer hole. make sure it is flush with the base of the shell so it allows the gun to lock up properly. now put the shell in the chamber and dry fire till the cows come home. or until the rubber wears out.

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Dry firing should be done only with a snap cap( those fully little fake bullet things).
In many cases the firearm manufacturer will state that dry firing voids the warranty. This is the case with Walther, and I think, Berretta. In any case ,snap caps are a good idea.

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