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Old 12-04-2018, 01:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Salavee View Post
I didn't study physics but the momentum of recoil has something to do with the weight and speed of the projectile and the weight of the rifle. There is an equal and opposite reaction but the weight of the rifle absorbs most of it.
And if the weight of the rifle can absorb most of the recoil, the equivalent energy in the bullet, can't physically knock over a deer , let alone a moose or elk.
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