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Unread 06-08-2023, 04:37 PM   #10
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the kick of a 1/2" lead ball

A round (patched) ball is one thing
The recoil of a 'Minie' Ball which is a cylinder not a ball is something else altogether
Newton physics about an equal and opposite reaction
50cal patched round ball 175gr
50 cal minie ball 875gr

and yes you feel it
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