Since I'm new to these BP pistols and haven't smoked any of them yet, could you wise old veterans describe what it's like having a chain fire? Yeah, I can guess there's a whole lotta smoke and surprise, but what happens to the gun? I can't imagine a bunch of lead slamming into it does much good, though it couldn't achieve high velocity in that short distance.
Considering the flash from the cylinder/barrel gap, I can see how it's possible for ignition to occur that way. Frankly, I don't see why either scenario (chain fire ignition from the breech or muzzle end) can't be possible.
Considering the flash from the cylinder/barrel gap, I can see how it's possible for ignition to occur that way. Frankly, I don't see why either scenario (chain fire ignition from the breech or muzzle end) can't be possible.