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To: 353FMG
Then why not use supersonic ammo with a silencer? Isn’t it all about em vee square?.

No. A bullet usually doesn't reach maximum velocity until it has exited the muzzle. Not all rounds are effective at subsonic velocities, so their use is impractical with some guns. But the supersonic "crack" will seem to occur away from the gun which provides some tactical advantage to the shooter.

50 posted on 01/10/2013 5:47:25 PM PST by Nachoman (Wisdom is learned, cynicism is earned.)
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To: Nachoman

“But the supersonic “crack” will seem to occur away from the gun....”

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That sounds logical as the bullet will reenter subsonic speed because of air friction.


51 posted on 01/10/2013 5:57:55 PM PST by 353FMG ( I refuse to specify whether I am serious or sarcastic -- I respect FReepers too much.)
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