Dry firing

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Isn't that bad for the gun, if you do it a lot?
 
For most centerfire firearms it isn't terrible. But they do make snapcaps you can buy that you can use to be sure. For rimfire firearms it is generally frowned upon because the firing pin can make repeated contact with the hard boltface as opposed to the softer brass of the cartridge.

That said, many people practice their trigger pulls and other things through dry firing. But note, if you do so, do it in a room with no ammunition in it.
 
B00ger said:
For most centerfire firearms it isn't terrible. But they do make snapcaps you can buy that you can use to be sure. For rimfire firearms it is generally frowned upon because the firing pin can make repeated contact with the hard boltface as opposed to the softer brass of the cartridge.

That said, many people practice their trigger pulls and other things through dry firing. But note, if you do so, do it in a room with no ammunition in it.
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OK, thanks!
 
Use snap caps. They are readily available at gun stores.
 
B00ger said:
For most centerfire firearms it isn't terrible. But they do make snapcaps you can buy that you can use to be sure. For rimfire firearms it is generally frowned upon because the firing pin can make repeated contact with the hard boltface as opposed to the softer brass of the cartridge.

That said, many people practice their trigger pulls and other things through dry firing. But note, if you do so, do it in a room with no ammunition in it.
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That little dog has a cute face!
 
You cannot be too cautious. I know of at least two fellas who shot up their TV's and put holes through the walls.
 
If you go with snap caps, use the metal version. They are usually made to weigh the same as a live round so you get used to practicing with a full weight firearm.
 
Miss Lily said:
You cannot be too cautious. I know of at least two fellas who shot up their TV's and put holes through the walls.
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This^ I had a buddy that shot a centerfold in the breast which he had hanging on his fridge with a wheel gun he unloaded. True story.

NO AMMO IN THE ROOM WHEN YOU DRY FIRE
 
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Here's what S&W has to say about dry firing:

Q: Can I dry fire my Smith & Wesson?

A: Yes, except for the .22 caliber pistols which includes models 22A, 22S, 422, 2206, 2214, 2213 and 41.

.22 caliber revolvers such as models 17, 43, 63, 317 and 617 also should not be dry fired.

Q: Why can't I dry fire my .22 pistol or revolver?

A: Dry firing a S&W .22 pistol or revolver will cause damage to the firing pin.

Now, I go one step more and make it a practice to never dry fire indoors. I always have my gun aimed at a safe target.
 
Miss Lily said:
You cannot be too cautious. I know of at least two fellas who shot up their TV's.
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I've been tempted to do that so many times. I never thought to explain it away as AD during dry firing.
 
I like to have someone else load a magazine for me at the range and toss a snap cap in it somewhere that I don’t know about. Very effective training. IMO. Find your flinch, and practice clearing a dud. Very effective tool.
 
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