Thread: Dry firing a 22lr

The moment I loose count I check mag.

Originally Posted by longshot

I like the snap cap idea, I have a mate who is a new shooter, keeps dry firing on the range with his bolt action CZ, even with ear muffs on, I can hear the lack of brass being picked up from the mag as he closes the bolt on an empty chamber and have to say 'stop'.

Can't say I ever have that problem with a bolt, definitely happens occasionally with the semi though. I guess I'll get used to it.

Originally Posted by No.3

You can't just slip the bolt back a half case length and check for a chambered case?

Yes, this works as long as you look into the chamber to see if there is a round sitting in there that the extractor has not pulled back. Happens all too often with my marlin.

Brought up to NEVER dry fire a firearm .