TM 31-210
Improvised Munitions Handbook
| Section III |
No. 3 |
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SHOTSHELL DISPERSION CONTROL |
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| When desired, shotshell can be modified to reduce shot dispersion. | |
| MATERIALS REQUIRED: | |||
| Shotshell | |||
| Screwdriver or knife | |||
| Any of the following filler materials: | |||
| Crushed Rice | |||
| Rice Flour | |||
| Dry Bread Crumbs | |||
| Fine Dry Sawdust | |||
| PROCEDURE: | |
| 1. Carefully remove crimp from shotshell using a screwdriver
or knife. |
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| NOTE: If cartridge is of roll-crimp type, remove top wad. |
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| 2. Pour shot from shell. |
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3. Replace one layer of shot in the cartridge. Pour in filler material to fill the spaces between the shot. |
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| 4. Repeat Step 3 until all shot has been
replaced. |
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| 5. Replace top wad (if applicable) and re-fold crimp. | |
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| 6. Roll shell on flat surface to smooth out crimp and restore roundness. |
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| 7. Seal end of case with wax. |
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| HOW TO USE: | |
| This round is loaded and fired in the same manner as standard shotshell. The shot spread will be about 2/3 that of a standard round. | |
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