Mr mac Posted June 9, 2011 Report Share Posted June 9, 2011 got a pair of brass snap caps and on closing of the gun they rub... any one else had this? ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spara Dritto Posted June 9, 2011 Report Share Posted June 9, 2011 got a pair of brass snap caps and on closing of the gun they rub... any one else had this? ian You put a normal cartridge into the gun and they rub the reciver, you get a little mark but It's not a problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulos Posted June 9, 2011 Report Share Posted June 9, 2011 got a pair of brass snap caps and on closing of the gun they rub... any one else had this? ian Just chuck them in the bin, you don't need them anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catamong Posted June 9, 2011 Report Share Posted June 9, 2011 Just chuck them in the bin, you don't need them anyway. I hear the bins in the car park at my local Tesco's are full of 'em, best place for 'em. Cat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poontang Posted June 9, 2011 Report Share Posted June 9, 2011 Yep. Bin 'em Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spara Dritto Posted June 12, 2011 Report Share Posted June 12, 2011 I wouldn't bin them mate, It can only do good using them if you don't mind the hastle of taking them out each time. Ignore all that BS about mistaking them for a live round, you've gota be a fool to do that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cant hit rabbits 123 Posted June 12, 2011 Report Share Posted June 12, 2011 I use snap caps in my Over and under, and I've never mistook them for live shells, nor have I had any other negative experience. They can only do good, with the only cost being what ever the price tag of the snap caps plus a little hastle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dekers Posted June 12, 2011 Report Share Posted June 12, 2011 I invested in some silly priced Stainless ones many years ago...well, apart from the fact I don't use them at all now, the stainless were useless, if you must use then just get the cheaper plastic ones! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_commoner Posted June 13, 2011 Report Share Posted June 13, 2011 bin em Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy. Posted June 13, 2011 Report Share Posted June 13, 2011 (edited) I wouldn't bin them mate, It can only do good using them if you don't mind the hastle of taking them out each time. Ignore all that BS about mistaking them for a live round, you've gota be a fool to do that! You've got to be a fool to 'load' something into your gun when you don't intend to shoot it. I use snap caps in my Over and under, and I've never mistook them for live shells, nor have I had any other negative experience. They can only do good, with the only cost being what ever the price tag of the snap caps plus a little hastle. Do you also remove the springs from your ejectors, or do they stay compressed? Likewise, your car should be jacked up at night, to take the pressure off the suspension, but I'm sure you already knew that Edited June 13, 2011 by Billy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cant hit rabbits 123 Posted June 13, 2011 Report Share Posted June 13, 2011 Actually, where cars are stored and not required for immediate use, we remove the springs entirely. I restore classic cars for a living, so it is important to keep them in very good condition. Yes, we do go to the extremes of spring removal and detentioning of other parts to save them from excessive wear or misforming. I look after the projects at work very well, so like wise I look after my own kit at home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy. Posted June 13, 2011 Report Share Posted June 13, 2011 ...And your Bettinsoli is how old? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cant hit rabbits 123 Posted June 13, 2011 Report Share Posted June 13, 2011 I have no idea but I do my best to look after it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spara Dritto Posted June 13, 2011 Report Share Posted June 13, 2011 I guess we just disagree on this one Billy. I always use snap caps. I've been told it doesn't do anything to new guns but I wouldn't like to take the chance really. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy. Posted June 13, 2011 Report Share Posted June 13, 2011 (edited) Horses for courses, I guess.. If it's part of your routine, there's no way you'll be convinced to ditch them and I will not be on the market for snap caps any time soon Edited June 13, 2011 by Billy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spara Dritto Posted June 13, 2011 Report Share Posted June 13, 2011 (edited) To be honest Billy, you are right.. I know they are not necessary on new guns. If they where so important to use they would come free with the gun. Beretta wouldn't want to be forking out for new firing pins/springs because I'm not using snap caps for the next 10 years of the warranty. Like you said, it's purely habit and peace of mind.. Edited June 13, 2011 by Beretta Italy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_commoner Posted June 13, 2011 Report Share Posted June 13, 2011 I know they are not necessary on new guns. If they where so important to use they would come free with the gun. Beretta wouldn't want to be forking out for new firing pins/springs because I'm not using snap caps for the next 10 years of the warranty. and therein lies the answer to the snap cap debate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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