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Unread 01-09-2006, 12:26 PM   #9
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Suppressors also have to be used with sub-sonic ammo. This reduces the lethal range considerably. Plus, the added weight of the suppressor and reduced specific impulse of the sub-sonic round probably would not cycle the action of a Luger, so a bolt lock might not be necessary.

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