All,
I was pondering about a squib post and had some thoughts to ask the gunsmiths. In my brief readings, I am finding that the squib round binds up the gun to non functionality. For example, a primed cartidge that misses a load of powder. My question lies in this example.
Are the primers and barrel to bullet tolerances designed into the firearm such that if a powder load IS missed, the gun remains somewhat safe because the primer power level is such that it will not force the bullet very far into the barrel.
For the examples I have read, one revolver and one auto. In the revolver, the bullet made it out, into the barrel, but not far enough to allow the drum to rotate. And in the case of the auto, 1. the action did not cycle. and the stuck bullet just barely made it into the barrel, but not far enough for another round to successfully chamber.
Is this by design for safety? I see how it could be, but am not certain. Was just curious.
jeepmor
I was pondering about a squib post and had some thoughts to ask the gunsmiths. In my brief readings, I am finding that the squib round binds up the gun to non functionality. For example, a primed cartidge that misses a load of powder. My question lies in this example.
Are the primers and barrel to bullet tolerances designed into the firearm such that if a powder load IS missed, the gun remains somewhat safe because the primer power level is such that it will not force the bullet very far into the barrel.
For the examples I have read, one revolver and one auto. In the revolver, the bullet made it out, into the barrel, but not far enough to allow the drum to rotate. And in the case of the auto, 1. the action did not cycle. and the stuck bullet just barely made it into the barrel, but not far enough for another round to successfully chamber.
Is this by design for safety? I see how it could be, but am not certain. Was just curious.
jeepmor