Something People Need To Learn
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A clip has no spring or follower, therefore a magazine is NOT a clip
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Today's "geniuses" have to learn that a clip and a magazine are not the same =\ Criticism is accepted.
For arguments sake...
A clip is a device that is used to store multiple rounds of ammunition together as a unit, ready for insertion into the magazine of a repeating firearm. This speeds up the process of loading and reloading the firearm as several rounds can be loaded at once, rather than one round being loaded at a time. Several different types of clips exist, most of which are made of inexpensive metal stampings that are designed to be disposable, though they are often re-used.The term clip is commonly used to describe a firearm magazine, though this usage is incorrect. In the correct usage, a clip is used to feed a magazine or revolving cylinder, while a magazine or a belt is used to load cartridges into the chamber of a firearm.
Additional information:
A stripper clip or charger is a speedloader that holds several cartridges together in a single unit for easier loading of a firearm's magazine. A stripper clip is used only for loading the magazine and is not necessary for the firearm to function. It is called a 'stripper' clip because, after the bolt is opened and the stripper clip is placed in position (generally by placing it in a slot on either the receiver or bolt), the cartridges are pressed down, thereby 'stripping' them off of the stripper clip and into the magazine.
A moon clip is a ring-shaped or stellate piece of metal designed to hold a full cylinder of ammunition for a revolver (generally six rounds) together as a unit. Therefore, instead of loading or extracting one round at a time, a full cylinder of ammunition or spent cases can be loaded or extracted at once, expediting the loading process. A similar device known as the half-moon clip is semi-circular and designed to hold a half cylinder of ammunition (generally three rounds)—in which case two clips are necessary to fully load the cylinder.
Re: Something People Need To Learn
Originally posted by Phoenix3068
As attached is an image. More quotes if this thread is permitted shall be posted later.Today's "geniuses" have to learn that a clip and a magazine are not the same =\ Criticism is accepted.
Why do we need to learn this? Grenades are so much more fun.
Originally posted by Sancty
I miss the days when a thread's title told you what it was about disgust
lol everyone does need to know this.
Originally posted by Shakyamunison
Why do we need to learn this? Grenades are so much more fun.
Because clearly many people who claim to know a great deal of guns are really just the ones who picked up a hunting rifle with their father and said "Let's kill something!" and began to think that makes them an expert. I fired guns with my dad too, but I actually bothered to learn about the guns rather then just say "This one is fast, this one is heavy" >.> people must learn. LEARN THEY MUST!
Originally posted by Phoenix3068
lol everyone does need to know this.Because clearly many people who claim to know a great deal of guns are really just the ones who picked up a hunting rifle with their father and said "Let's kill something!" and began to think that makes them an expert. I fired guns with my dad too, but I actually bothered to learn about the guns rather then just say "This one is fast, this one is heavy" >.> people must learn. LEARN THEY MUST!
Ya, stupid people, but why should the rest of us learn that? It seems to me that there are a lot more important things in life to learn.
It reminds me of a time when I was talking to gun collector. I told him I understand collecting rare or unique guns, but why would someone need a dozen M16s? His only reply was that he liked M16s.
XD he's preparing for ZA? I don't know, you really don't need a ton of guns, just a ton of ammunition with a few guns. Besides, the M-16 is going downhill compared to some of the new models, despite the fact that they are still in service. I'm amazed at how long things have stayed in service o.o the M1911 has a long date of service and I heard that they plan to replace the M9 with the M1911 as the primary sidearm in service. 😮 AMAZING!