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Unit 22 Misconceptions

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This weeks segment of material covers the common misconceptions associated with the wide variety of calibers and how to properly identify them. In the video it centered the some of the focus on .22 caliber and the common confusion that comes along with that caliber. At this point i’m going to cover in my own words where the most friction points come too. When you think .22 caliber some of us think of a specific type (.22 short, .22 long, .22 long rifle, and so on) of that said caliber. The biggest issue one can have is to purchase the wrong cartridge and attempt to feed the rifle and it will not chamber, in the event it does, it could cause excessive wear and tear due to the bore pressure and ultimately ruin the firearm. It is important to understand the mechanics and principles of how each individual firearm works and what specific type of ammunition it requires to shoot properly. From here, I will cover the common misconceptions of cartridge identification. …show more content…

Perfect example would be the 7.62x51mm vs. .308, both cartridges use a .304-.307 projectile. The .308 however, has a moderate charge and has less bore pressure associated with it. Unlike the 7.62x51mm which tend to run on the higher end of the spectrum, in terms of bore pressure. It’s important to identify whether your rifle is designated to .308 vs. 7.62x51mm. It can directly affect the longevity of the barrel, and if not checked it can be a detriment to the overall safety of the shooter. Having the ability to identify specific cartridges is a skillset that is dire. I’m going to cover the importance of being able to identify

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