What's Your Favorite Firearm Myth?

Bart B. · April 26, 2020, 10:45 PM

Here's mine:

Cartridge case heads are held against the breech face by the extractor while the firing pin fires the primer.

What's yours?

50 shooter · April 26, 2020, 11:47 PM

Being a .50 owner, my favorite is the one about. 50 rounds. It goes like this, if the bullet comes within a foot of your head/arm/body part, it will tear it off!

kozak6 · April 27, 2020, 01:28 AM

5.56 actually tumbles end over end through the air.

**Tom Servo** · April 27, 2020, 02:47 AM

"Knock-down" power from small arms.

**Aguila Blanca** · April 27, 2020, 03:57 AM

They told me in Vietnam that my M16 was made by Mattel.

mk70ss · April 27, 2020, 06:31 AM

That the original .357 magnum could shoot through an engine block.

Hal · April 27, 2020, 06:55 AM

That "Value priced":

- Imported Makarovs
- Norinco 1911s
- Police trade-in revolvers

exist.

While I'm sure individual specimens of all three can be found - the operative term is "value-priced".

Once upon a time, it was true - but - those days are long gone - - but - the myth is still alive.

TBM900 · April 27, 2020, 07:45 AM

-That something called "stopping power" actually exists.

-That caliber actually matters when discussing common service/defense pistols.

-That the 30 Carbine is ineffective.

I especially get a kick out of the various versions of this same M1 Carbine story I've heard countless times...

"My ____ served in ____ and while stationed at ____ they were overrun by the _____ .
My _____ grabbed his M1 Carbine and started firing but the _____ soldier would stop charging, even after my _____ emptied the entire magazine into him.
When his M1 Carbine ran dry he pulled out his .45 and fired one shot which instantly dropped the ____ soldier.
After the battle my _____ walked over to a _____ and smashed his M1 Carbine to bits, vowing to never use it again.
He picked up a discarded _____ and fought with that the rest of the war."

Pahoo · April 27, 2020, 10:22 AM

Muzzloading barrels can be seasoned, simular to a cast iron frying pan. …

Muzzloading barrels cannot be seasoned, similar to a cast iron frying pan. …

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Sharkbite · April 27, 2020, 10:49 AM

Shotguns dont need to be aimed.

reynolds357 · April 27, 2020, 11:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kozak6

5.56 actually tumbles end over end through the air.

Ever shot a 72 gr from a 12 twist?

reynolds357 · April 27, 2020, 11:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aguila Blanca

They told me in Vietnam that my M16 was made by Mattel.

Mattel did have a component contract for some of the stock parts.

Bart B. · April 27, 2020, 11:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by reynolds357

Ever shot a 72 gr from a 12 twist?

How many rpm is that 72 grain bullet spinning when it leaves the barrel?

Rockrivr1 · April 27, 2020, 11:55 AM

That 1911s are mostly jam-0-matics unless you spend big bucks to make them reliable.

URIT · April 27, 2020, 12:51 PM

Death of the .40S&W.

**44 AMP** · April 27, 2020, 01:54 PM

GLock Perfection

Mainah · April 27, 2020, 02:10 PM

The sound of racking a pump action shotgun is all you need.

Sevens · April 27, 2020, 02:45 PM

That shooting .38 Special in .357 Magnum revolvers leaves the chambers in a state that causes trouble with subsequent chambering of .357 Mag ammo.

**Tom Servo** · April 27, 2020, 03:15 PM

The idea of a "clean shoot" that requires no legal assistance.

reynolds357 · April 27, 2020, 03:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bart B.

How many rpm is that 72 grain bullet spinning when it leaves the barrel?

Not enough to keep from tumbling in my .223.

reynolds357 · April 27, 2020, 03:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mainah

The sound of racking a pump action shotgun is all you need.

From my experience in L E. It usually is all you need.

RETG · April 27, 2020, 03:29 PM

Quote:
Originally Posted by Aguila Blanca View Post
They told me in Vietnam that my M16 was made by Mattel.

Actually, that was a common phrase used by many troops who didn't like the M16. We even called them Mattel 16s. After all, we were't issued cleaning kits at first.

reynolds357 · April 27, 2020, 03:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rockrivr1

That 1911s are mostly jam-0-matics unless you spend big bucks to make them reliable.

They used to be jam o matics.

jmr40 · April 27, 2020, 03:33 PM

Quote:

Shotguns dont need to be aimed.

If you're shooting moving game or clays you don't aim, you point. There is a subtle difference. If you're shooting stationary targets then aiming is OK

jmr40 · April 27, 2020, 03:39 PM

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That shooting .38 Special in .357 Magnum revolvers leaves the chambers in a state that causes trouble with subsequent chambering of .357 Mag ammo.

That ain't a myth. Granted it takes a lot of 38 ammo fired in a 357 chamber, but it does cause buildup in the front of the chamber that will eventually prevent longer 357 brass to fully chamber.

This is true with any firearm that will shoot multiple length ammo. I have a 1950's Marlin 39 that the previous owner apparently shot a LOT of 22 shorts in. A 22 Long Rifle will no longer chamber. It can be cleaned, but will take some work on my part.

April 26, 2020, 10:45 PM	#1
Bart B. Senior Member Join Date: February 15, 2009 Posts: 8,927	What's Your Favorite Firearm Myth? Here's mine: Cartridge case heads are held against the breech face by the extractor while the firing pin fires the primer. What's yours?

April 26, 2020, 11:47 PM	#2
50 shooter Senior Member Join Date: August 6, 2002 Location: SoCal PRK Posts: 986	Being a .50 owner, my favorite is the one about. 50 rounds. It goes like this, if the bullet comes within a foot of your head/arm/body part, it will tear it off! __________________ I see the world thru bloodshot eyes Streets filled with blood from distant lies The dogs of war never compromise, No time for rearranging.

April 27, 2020, 02:47 AM	#4
Tom Servo Staff Join Date: September 27, 2008 Location: Foothills of the Appalachians Posts: 13,059	"Knock-down" power from small arms. __________________ Sometimes it’s nice not to destroy the world for a change. --Randall Munroe

April 27, 2020, 03:57 AM	#5
Aguila Blanca Staff Join Date: September 25, 2008 Location: CONUS Posts: 18,468	They told me in Vietnam that my M16 was made by Mattel. __________________ NRA Life Member / Certified Instructor NRA Chief RSO / CMP RSO 1911 Certified Armorer Jeepaholic

April 27, 2020, 06:31 AM	#6
mk70ss Senior Member Join Date: January 12, 2008 Location: Tennessee Posts: 1,598	That the original .357 magnum could shoot through an engine block. __________________ Say when.....

April 27, 2020, 01:28 AM	#3
kozak6 Senior Member Join Date: June 16, 2005 Location: AZ Posts: 3,113	5.56 actually tumbles end over end through the air.

April 27, 2020, 06:55 AM	#7
Hal Senior Member Join Date: October 9, 1998 Location: Ohio USA Posts: 8,563	That "Value priced": - Imported Makarovs - Norinco 1911s - Police trade-in revolvers exist. While I'm sure individual specimens of all three can be found - the operative term is "value-priced". Once upon a time, it was true - but - those days are long gone - - but - the myth is still alive.

April 27, 2020, 07:45 AM	#8
TBM900 Senior Member Join Date: November 2, 2015 Posts: 777	-That something called "stopping power" actually exists. -That caliber actually matters when discussing common service/defense pistols. -That the 30 Carbine is ineffective. I especially get a kick out of the various versions of this same M1 Carbine story I've heard countless times... "My ____ served in ____ and while stationed at ____ they were overrun by the _____ . My _____ grabbed his M1 Carbine and started firing but the _____ soldier would stop charging, even after my _____ emptied the entire magazine into him. When his M1 Carbine ran dry he pulled out his .45 and fired one shot which instantly dropped the ____ soldier. After the battle my _____ walked over to a _____ and smashed his M1 Carbine to bits, vowing to never use it again. He picked up a discarded _____ and fought with that the rest of the war." __________________ Playboy billionaire Retired Colonial Marine 1st to walk on the moon without a spacesuit

April 27, 2020, 10:22 AM	#9
Pahoo Senior Member Join Date: February 16, 2006 Location: IOWA Posts: 8,783	Seasoning barrels Muzzloading barrels can be seasoned, simular to a cast iron frying pan. … Muzzloading barrels cannot be seasoned, similar to a cast iron frying pan. … Mods; You are welcome delete this reply !!! Be Safe !!! __________________ 'Fundamental truths' are easy to recognize because they are verified daily through simple observation and thus, require no testing.

April 27, 2020, 10:49 AM	#10
Sharkbite Senior Member Join Date: November 4, 2013 Location: Western slope of Colorado Posts: 3,679	Shotguns dont need to be aimed.

April 27, 2020, 11:55 AM	#14
Rockrivr1 Senior Member Join Date: June 6, 2002 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 271	That 1911s are mostly jam-0-matics unless you spend big bucks to make them reliable.

April 27, 2020, 12:51 PM	#15
URIT Member Join Date: February 7, 2020 Location: Coastal North Carolina Posts: 52	Death of the .40S&W.

April 27, 2020, 01:54 PM	#16
44 AMP Staff Join Date: March 11, 2006 Location: Upper US Posts: 28,846	GLock Perfection __________________ All else being equal (and it almost never is) bigger bullets tend to work better.

April 27, 2020, 02:10 PM	#17
Mainah Senior Member Join Date: July 9, 2007 Posts: 1,119	The sound of racking a pump action shotgun is all you need.

April 27, 2020, 02:45 PM	#18
Sevens Senior Member Join Date: July 28, 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 11,756	That shooting .38 Special in .357 Magnum revolvers leaves the chambers in a state that causes trouble with subsequent chambering of .357 Mag ammo. __________________ *Attention Brass rats and other reloaders:* I really need .327 Federal Magnum brass, no lot size too small. Tell me what caliber you need and I'll see what I have to swap. PM me and we'll discuss.

April 27, 2020, 03:15 PM	#19
Tom Servo Staff Join Date: September 27, 2008 Location: Foothills of the Appalachians Posts: 13,059	The idea of a "clean shoot" that requires no legal assistance. __________________ Sometimes it’s nice not to destroy the world for a change. --Randall Munroe

April 27, 2020, 03:29 PM	#22
RETG Senior Member Join Date: September 22, 2009 Location: Somewhere in Idaho, near WY Posts: 507	Quote: Originally Posted by Aguila Blanca View Post They told me in Vietnam that my M16 was made by Mattel. Actually, that was a common phrase used by many troops who didn't like the M16. We even called them Mattel 16s. After all, we were't issued cleaning kits at first. __________________ I give MY OPINION (not often) based on many years shooting at, other than paper targets. I will not debate my experience vs. your experience based on dreams and "what ifs." I'm 73; I'm too damn old to care.