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What is 'clogged action' usually caused by?
Debris and old lubricants can gum up an action, causing failures to feed, fire, or extract.
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Question: What is 'clogged action' usually caused by?
Answer options:
- Too much air behind the bullet ✅ Excessive dirt, unburnt powder, or heavy grease buildup
- Using a magazine that is too small
- Firing the gun too slowly
Correct answer: Excessive dirt, unburnt powder, or heavy grease buildup
Explanation: Debris and old lubricants can gum up an action, causing failures to feed, fire, or extract.
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