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Unread 01-11-2017, 07:07 PM   #1
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My shells are only 1 1/4.
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My shells are only 1 1/4.
Those Kent shells at 1 1/4 1400 fps will produce 34% more recoil than a 1 1/4 ounce load launched at 1100.
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What is the "point of duck" velocity of a 1200 fps load compared to a 1450 fps load?
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What is the "point of duck" velocity of a 1200 fps load compared to a 1450 fps load?
Bill I am either missing your point or not understanding the question.
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What is the "point of duck" velocity of a 1200 fps load compared to a 1450 fps load?
About a freight car length lead! I'll trade velocity for increased payload weight any day!
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