Definitions
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- noun Type of
firearm cartridge where theprimer is in the backrim , rather than a central primer cap. They are cheap to produce but can not be reloaded with powder.
Etymologies
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Examples
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It's difficult to single out one (1) firearm; however, at this writing (and based on frequency of use), my favorite rimfire is a Ruger M77/22M in .22 Magnum, my favorite centerfire is a Winchester Model 70 Lightweight Carbine in .250 Savage, my favorite shotgun is a Rem 870 12 gauge, and my favorite sidearm is a Kimber Custom II. 45ACP.
what is your favorite gun that you own and why is it your favorite. 2009
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It's difficult to single out one (1) firearm; however, at this writing (and based on frequency of use), my favorite rimfire is a Ruger M77/22M in .22 Magnum, my favorite centerfire is a Winchester Model 70 Lightweight Carbine in .250 Savage, my favorite shotgun is a Rem 870 12 gauge, and my favorite sidearm is a Kimber Custom II. 45ACP.
what is your favorite gun that you own and why is it your favorite. 2009
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Thanks Wm. I sent in my NRA app form & fee today just to stand with you guys ... even though as it turns out HR1022 exempts. 22cal rimfire from the magazine capacity limit.
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The first Marlin rimfire to be offered in the popular .17 HMR, the 917 is fed by a seven-round magazine.
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Thats the spec's of a 22 rimfire which is what they used about 1920.
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Banned in ALL fishing tackle, banned in ALL shotshells (slugs too), banned in ALL bullets (including the lowly .22 rimfire).
ASA Calls for Action Against Proposed Washington Lead Ban 2009
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Banned in ALL fishing tackle, banned in ALL shotshells (slugs too), banned in ALL bullets (including the lowly .22 rimfire).
ASA Calls for Action Against Proposed Washington Lead Ban 2009
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The Smith and Wesson .22 short is the oldest rimfire.
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Not saying that the .270 kicks violently but some of the cheaper rimfire scopes and others in that category just can't handle the recoil.
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Not saying that the .270 kicks violently but some of the cheaper rimfire scopes and others in that category just can't handle the recoil.
frogapplause commented on the word rimfire
A good hemorrhoidal cream might help.
September 11, 2009
rolig commented on the word rimfire
*guffaw*
Thanks, Froggy, for the chuckle!
September 11, 2009