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Test firing differs from proof firing in that it uses standard commercial ammunition. The test will show if the firearm functions properly and if it meets accuracy specifications. Some manufacturers use mechanical test results for the sake of uniformity and personnel safety. Different models and cartridges have different performance requirements. The number of test firings and the accuracy specifications may vary across models and manufacturers.

Click here to watch a completed rifle being test fired for precision.
Courtesy of Savage Arms.

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