Sonicdmb73
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When I first started beating a comment of. “Number 6’s I see” was usually enough to remind those who were not being careful. Just where they were pointing the gun. It seems to be lost on many now.
Barrels Up Or Down?
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enfieldspares
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SONIC that must have been back in the day of cartridges with an overshot wad! What was the other thing that used to be done? You'd ask to look at someone's gun "Oh that's an interesting gun" then break it and hand it back, still broken, and then the cartridges you'd just taken out of it. I've only done that the once, twenty plus years ago, so thankfully that sort of unsafe method of carrying when in company has passed into history.
Sonicdmb73
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Yes some were still using paper cartridges. Mainly those with old 2 1/2” chambered guns. Many were of the right age to remember using them if not.
I never had to resort to the later tactic. However have been on the odd shoot where someone else had.
I have been pulled up at the clay ground. For walking away from the stand without breaking my gun. I didn’t take offence but apologised and sorted my gun out. We all are probably guilty of a lapse now and then.
The problem arises when someone takes offence or ignores you when it’s pointed out.
We have such a good safety record compared to other countries due in part to the self regulation. Brought about by the way many were introduced to shooting. Unfortunately not everyone is introduced by the air gun. Empty shotgun carrying learn safety paramount method. Which means we need to be able to politely point out fault when seen, and correct it if at fault ourselves.
Mmamonster
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As long as its broken it shouldnt matter. Over my shoulder barrels pointing down
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paulbshooting
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In the field, barrel down for lowland - easier to get on sticks. Highland - barrel up (with tape on mod to stop water) or in Vorn backpack.
In the cabinet I go barrel down on shotguns (mix of wood and synthetic) and barrel up on rifles. Just what I do....
In the cabinet I go barrel down on shotguns (mix of wood and synthetic) and barrel up on rifles. Just what I do....
A condom is much better to protect a moderator or muzzle brake etc from entry of water as much of the insulating tape sold these days is pretty useless outdoors and will not stick to anything with even the lightest film of oil . It has no effect on the trajectory of the bullet when shot through if snap shooting , as a dedicated muzzlecap can . One size fits all , even a side by side . Just remember "Safe Shooting" ! They are affected by mineral lubes but will certainly last long enough for the purpose and come in multipacks. Avoid the " extra sensitivity" types but apart from that anything goes ! 'Glow in the Dark' are useful this time of year as it is a good indicator of muzzle direction for others and your position. Add your own personal touch with colour , ribbed or knobbly , or any design that adds to the enjoyment of a day on the range !
They are also useful for burn dressings should you come into contact with a hot barrel or case , campfire etc and can also carry water too , but avoid the temptation of placing one over the exhaust tailpipe of the " worst shot of the day" 's car .
They are also useful for burn dressings should you come into contact with a hot barrel or case , campfire etc and can also carry water too , but avoid the temptation of placing one over the exhaust tailpipe of the " worst shot of the day" 's car .
I have been shooting rifles and shotguns for 30ish years now. Never felt the need to cover my barrel with Dunkies, electrical tape, anything. Never had a blocked barrel.
David Field
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Feel rather embarrassed now. After a good number of weeks away from the clay ground I returned there at the weekend. Without thinking, I DO load the cartridges, keep barrel pointed at ground and lift stock up.. I think I got the ideas that I did it the other way because at home, when removing my gun from its slip to clean, I break the barrel as I remove it from the slip then close it with barrels pointing up so I can then take the fore end off.
gonzo
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Have seen that too many times on ranges. On one occasion a friends new underlever. And a piece of the stock went skittering off down the concrete.
If your at a range of on a rough shoot in decent weather , you may never need to . For small calibre weapons the exclusion of snow , torrential rain , sand and gravel and other materials from the barrel can be highly beneficial . It depends on your location .
One of the joint owners of a shoot I beat on blew up his Holland and Holland SBS last season, he got some mud in the barrel and thought he had cleared it out...but he hadn't unfortunately...he ended up trading that one in for another. He has been shooting for more than thirty years before it happened.
Alan
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