SILENCER SATURDAY #335: Let’s Do The Twist – Bullet Weights (Lengths)

By Pete

Good evening everyone and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the brand new YHM 338 Bad Larry Suppressor. Last week we discussed holsters for suppressed pistols and a handful of models currently on the market. This week we get out our pocket protectors and nerd caps and talk about the importance of the optimal twist rate for a specific bullet length when shooting a suppressed platform. Fear not, there is no test at the end of today’s lesson. Let’s take a look.Before we begin, I’d like to add my standard disclaimer: I am not a scientist, but I do play one on the internet. Before modifying any weapon or component from its factory configuration, understand the legal and safety implications. If you are unsure of your knowledge, skills, or abilities, stop what you are doing and seek professional guidance.SILENCER SATURDAY #335: Let’s Do The Twist – Bullet Weights (Lengths)Let’s start with the basics, shall we – why is it important that bullets spin in flight?The dynamics of bullets in flight are significantly influenced by whether or not they spin. A spinning bullet, fired from a rifled barrel, benefits from gyroscopic

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