Canadian Firearms Practice · Question
If a muzzleloader fails to fire after the cap is struck, how long should you wait before investigating?
Per standard safety protocols for a hangfire, wait at least 60 seconds while keeping the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.
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Question: If a muzzleloader fails to fire after the cap is struck, how long should you wait before investigating?
Answer options:
- No wait is necessary
- 5 seconds ✅ At least 60 seconds
- 10 minutes
Correct answer: At least 60 seconds
Explanation: Per standard safety protocols for a hangfire, wait at least 60 seconds while keeping the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.
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