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09-14-2008, 01:18 PM | #1 |
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1917 Artillery: should it be 7 or 8 inch barrel?
Hello all,
I have been reading conflicting information on the barrel length of Artillery Lugers at 7 or 8 inch long. Anyone have more info on the barrel lengths? Sincerely, Bill Jensen |
09-14-2008, 01:30 PM | #2 |
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I am measuring from the outside seam between the barrel and receiver, to the tip of the barrel. Is this the correct way to measure the barrel length. I get 7 inches this way. Luger Artiglieria says 8" page 41.
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09-14-2008, 01:44 PM | #3 |
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Bill,
* 200mm long. Face of the breech to the muzzle crown. * 25.4mm to the inch if you want an exact number in inches. * Most documentation rounds this off to 8". * Trust this helps. Bob |
09-14-2008, 02:27 PM | #4 |
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Hi Bob,
What is the face of the breech? Is it where the groove of the back of the bullet would touch the barrel assembly? Sincerely, Bill Jensen |
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It is the front of the breech block. Stick a cleaning rod down the barrel until it stops and measure that length.
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09-14-2008, 06:27 PM | #6 |
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Thanks guys!
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