Question about A-Zoom snap caps in .470

01 February 2009, 02:10

GG375

I have a set for my Searcy .470. I like to do a lot of dry fireing practise with them but have noticed they are permanently "dimpled" where the fireing pins hit and am now wondering if I'm doing more harm than good. Has anyone else noticed this problem with these snap caps?

Cheers.

GG

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03 February 2009, 01:46

465H&H

I don't think it is a problem as long as your double has springs that force the firing pins back into the action. The problem concerns the pins staying out of the action and being broken or bent when the exposed pins hit the barrel edges on opening the action. The springs also cushion the pins so that they are not stressed on dry firing.

465H&H

03 February 2009, 05:41

Nitrodave

I am ordering a set of Kynock snap caps for my 470. They are priced higher than the A-zoom, but have springs under the "primers" to absorbe the hit from the pins. Come in nickel or gold plated and look real nice. We'll see if they work good? Found them on the K-gun website...these are the only nice looking ones I have found.
ND