Among Indian shotgun owners and collectors, few debates last as long as hammer vs hammerless double-barrel shotguns . The discussion becomes even more important when the gun in question is an old British-era import , often more than 80–120 years old. One common concern is safety—especially what happens if the gun is dropped . This article analyzes both designs purely from a  mechanical and practical safety perspective , without considering nostalgia. 1. Understanding the Tw

In the world of shooting, there is a fundamental divide between the rifle  and the shotgun . A rifle is a tool of precision aiming , while a shotgun—whether it is a Single Barrel Breech Loading (SBBL) or a Double Barrel Breech Loading (DBBL) —is a tool of pointing . Attempt to aim a shotgun the way you aim a rifle, and you will miss nearly every moving target you encounter. The shotgun demands instinct, fluid movement, and trust in natural hand–eye coordination. Mastering the

Many shooters and hunters assume that bullets travel in straight lines and that terrain—like deep ravines or steep hills—somehow changes how gravity works. In reality, gravity is constant , and misunderstanding this is a common reason for missed shots in hilly terrain. This article explains how a bullet travels , how gravity affects it , and what really happens when shooting across ravines or on uphill/downhill (angle) shots . How a Bullet Travels After Firing When a firearm