Canadian Firearms Practice · Question
If a cartridge fails to fire (hangfire), the shooter should:
Treat as a possible hangfire: keep muzzle pointed safely downrange, wait 60 seconds, then carefully open the action and remove the cartridge.
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Question: If a cartridge fails to fire (hangfire), the shooter should:
Answer options:
- Open the action immediately ✅ Keep muzzle pointed safely downrange for at least 60 seconds before opening
- Shake the firearm
- Hit the primer with a rod
Correct answer: Keep muzzle pointed safely downrange for at least 60 seconds before opening
Explanation: Treat as a possible hangfire: keep muzzle pointed safely downrange, wait 60 seconds, then carefully open the action and remove the cartridge.
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