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  1. express rifle

    A modern sporting rifle of great killing power, used in hunting large or dangerous animals. They were first introduced in England, and have become celebrated in the hands of African travelers and explorers. The principle consists in using large charges of powder and a light bullet, which gives a very high initial velocity and a trajectory practically a right line for 150 or 200 yards, hence the term “Express.” To increase the killing power of the bullet it is made of pure lead and has a hollow point. Upon striking game the bullet spreads outwardly, giving a fearful death-wound. Moreover, for specially ugly game a small explosive cartridge can be dropped into the cavity in the point, making it an explosive bullet. (See Bullets, Express.) In England a caliber as large as .57 is used for some Express rifles. In the United States a caliber of .45 or .50 is considered sufficient.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of express rifle in Chaldean Numerology is: 5

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of express rifle in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

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