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snapper1

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Hi all

When dry firing a semi-auto rimfire in order to test trigger pull, do you use snap caps ?

If yes, any recommandations for quality snap caps ?

Thank you and have a nice day
 
My understanding is that snap caps designed for rimfire are used only to test function, NOT to be used to test "trigger pull". I use to dry fire A LOT and I used the fired cases from that rifle for that purpose. Save a few empty cases. The other, and BEST solution in MY opinion is to get a Yellow/Red PLUG used in drywall for installing screws. They are super cheap and last quite a long time. I occasionally have to use a knife and lightly trim the sides to make them easy to install/remove from the chamber.
 
I jsut wanted to add a bit of a warning tale here - I bought some Tipton 'red' snap caps a few years ago for my Savage 64 since it does not have 'last shot HO' and I can lose count when firing a lot. And now I also have a B22 that can fire on the empty chamber. I load a 'cap' as the last round for these mags, so they get beat up often. I find that the rim of the cap will 'chip away' as it is brittle plastic, and recently had one get 'stuffed' up into the chamber by the round in the following magazine (didn't notice it didn't eject after new mag inserted). Had to push it out with a cleaning rod that I keep in my range bag for ammo brand changes. I was lucky in that when I bought them they were only about $10 or so for 25 rnds on Amazon.ca. Now they're up to $20 for 10 - not a good deal when they will fall apart. As they 'die off' I will be going back (I used to use the anchors) to the 'Low-priced spread' (they do look like butter, don't they). Be advised of this hazard - YMMV
Ed
 
I looked for some .22 caps last year and everything I found either got destroyed or the maker kind enough to state they could not be used for dry firing. The hardware store option is very interesting.
 
grauhanen said:
Your local hardware store or Canadian Tire will have a very affordable and serviceable substitute for snap caps. As Big Boar notes try yellow dry wall anchors.

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These work best as they be easy to chamber compared to fired casings. For dry firing though with either brass or plastic yellow anchors, it's best to rotate the the buggers a bit after each snap cycle so as to get good cushioning effect for the firing pin.
 
I personally find testing the trigger with live ammo is the best method. Improves ur skill level and gives an excuse to shoot more. An added plus is the firing pin will be safe!!! Burn more powder
 
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