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  1. 19-06-2016, 03:07 PM #1
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    I have an excel calculator for it that I'll try and find for you when I get home,it doesn't take rifle weight or case head size into account though


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    Thanks res, id appreciate any help as to be honest maths isn't my strong point!!!!



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    I have an excel calculator for it that I'll try and find for you when I get home,it doesn't take rifle weight or case head size into account though


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    I have used this one. It is in Imperial though. Easy enough to convert to Joules.
    1 ft-lbf is equal to 1.356 joule.
    ShootersCalculator.com | Recoil Calculator
    There is also Chuck Hawks table (does he really exist?)
    http://www.chuckhawks.com/recoil_table.htm

    PS: The 2 don't quite line up but the whole thing is subjective at any rate.
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