dummy rounds, snap caps or other???
- Thread starter bebo
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Shadi Khalil
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A-Zooms are the way to go. I've had the same .9mm's for about 8 years now. The rubber primer is still fully intact but the paint as all but faded on most of them.
Depends upon the gun in question: My Ruger 22/45 manual sez dry firing is fine ..... it also cautions in the re-assembly instructions to make sure the "firing pin stop pin" is in place before re-assembly. Failure to do so will result in damage to the breech face and or firing pin....
I've done this as well.... works great with revolver rounds...... I use a plated bullet and a ridiculously heavy crimp.
montelores
New member
bebo -
It might be prudent to add here (because you stated that you and your wife are new to guns) that a gun should ALWAYS be treated as though it is loaded.
Ensure that the muzzle is pointed in a SAFE direction.
These are reminders for your use of "snap-caps" and dry-firing practice.
Not trying to lecture here, but a gentle reminder might be helpful.
If you search, there are many stories about folks shooting their belongings or, God forbid, a living being, because they became careless while "practicing".
Currently, there seem to be the "4 Rules Of Gun Safety", but here are the original "Ten Commandments Of Gun Safety":
Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.
Firearms should be unloaded when not actually in use.
Don't rely on your gun's safety.
Be sure of your target and what's beyond it.
Use proper ammunition.
If your gun fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, handle with care.
Always wear eye and ear protection when shooting.
Be sure the barrel is clear of obstructions before shooting.
Don't alter or modify your gun and have it serviced regularly.
Learn the mechanical and handling characteristics of the firearm you are using.
Here is a more complete format:
http://www.defensivecarry.com/forum...ety/65886-10-commandments-firearm-safety.html
Good luck, and be safe.
Best -
Monty
It might be prudent to add here (because you stated that you and your wife are new to guns) that a gun should ALWAYS be treated as though it is loaded.
Ensure that the muzzle is pointed in a SAFE direction.
These are reminders for your use of "snap-caps" and dry-firing practice.
Not trying to lecture here, but a gentle reminder might be helpful.
If you search, there are many stories about folks shooting their belongings or, God forbid, a living being, because they became careless while "practicing".
Currently, there seem to be the "4 Rules Of Gun Safety", but here are the original "Ten Commandments Of Gun Safety":
Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.
Firearms should be unloaded when not actually in use.
Don't rely on your gun's safety.
Be sure of your target and what's beyond it.
Use proper ammunition.
If your gun fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, handle with care.
Always wear eye and ear protection when shooting.
Be sure the barrel is clear of obstructions before shooting.
Don't alter or modify your gun and have it serviced regularly.
Learn the mechanical and handling characteristics of the firearm you are using.
Here is a more complete format:
http://www.defensivecarry.com/forum...ety/65886-10-commandments-firearm-safety.html
Good luck, and be safe.
Best -
Monty
Aguila Blanca
Staff
Wogpotter said:
Actually, there are three types of dummy tounds: Snap-Caps (for protecting the firing pin and spring in dry firing); action proving rounds (which are high-quality dummies made to the exact dimensions of real ammo, for gunsmiths to use when working on a firearm to check for proper feeding); and then there are the inexpensive plastic rounds that are used just to demonstrate loading and unloading, and to allow students in a class setting to practice loading and unloading.
They are three very different animals. Each has its place and purpose. For the purpose of this thread, I'd say the OP should be looking for snap-caps, and I agree that A-Zoom is probably test best of the bunch.
IMHO, I will dry fire any gun I have,i've been doing this
for 40 yrs without a hitch and only recently did i stop dry
firing my rimfires.I was told it's not a good thing.
I will be damned if i will "dry fire" any gun with a
bullet looking thing in the chamber.Goes against
my grain. and perhaps if something does go wrong
I'll replace the damaged part for piece of mind
for 40 yrs without a hitch and only recently did i stop dry
firing my rimfires.I was told it's not a good thing.
I will be damned if i will "dry fire" any gun with a
bullet looking thing in the chamber.Goes against
my grain. and perhaps if something does go wrong
I'll replace the damaged part for piece of mind