Will these A-Zoom .45-70 snap caps feed and eject reliably in lever-action rifles like the Marlin 1895?

Yes, they are CNC-machined to exact SAAMI factory exterior dimensions for the .45-70 Government calibre, ensuring smooth feeding, extraction, and ejection through lever-action, falling-block, and single-shot rifle actions without jamming.

How many dry-firing cycles can I expect from the A-Zoom 12231 snap caps before they need replacement?

The snap caps feature A-Zoom's proprietary synthetic polymer 'Dead Cap' primer insert, which is engineered to absorb firing pin impacts and is rated to withstand over 3,000 dry fires before showing significant wear.

Are there any specific Australian licensing or storage restrictions for purchasing these .45-70 snap caps?

No, because these snap caps are completely inert and contain no powder or live primers, they are unrestricted for sale across Australia and do not require a firearms licence or special regulatory approvals to purchase or store.

How do these aluminium snap caps handle harsh outback hunting and workshop environments?

Constructed from solid CNC-machined aluminium with a hard-anodised maroon protective finish, they are highly durable against impacts and typical ambient temperature variations encountered during field practice or gunsmithing work in the Australian bush.

.45-70 Snap Caps - A-Zoom 12231

The A-Zoom 45-70 Govt Aluminium Snap Caps provide a safe, inert solution for dry-fire training, action cycling, and firearm function testing. CNC-machined from solid aluminium to exact SAAMI cartridge dimensions, these snap caps are finished with a hard-anodised red coating for clear visual identification. Each unit features A-Zoom's synthetic polymer Dead Cap primer insert, which cushions firing pin strikes to prevent peening, breakage, and breech face wear during trigger practice or safe decocking for storage.

Key Features

Firing Pin Protection: Equipped with a synthetic polymer Dead Cap primer insert designed to safely absorb firing pin energy without damaging internal components.
Precision Machined: CNC-machined from solid aluminium to exact factory .45-70 Government exterior dimensions for smooth chambering, extraction, and ejection.
High-Durability Primer: Engineered to withstand over 3,000 dry fires before showing significant wear, offering longer service life than standard plastic dummy rounds.
Function Testing: Enables safe diagnostic cycling to test feeding and extraction mechanics in lever-action, falling-block, and single-shot rifles without live ammunition.

Specifications

Calibre Compatibility: .45-70 Government (.45-70 Govt)
Quantity: 2 snap caps per package
Material: Solid CNC-machined aluminium
Finish: Hard-anodised maroon/reddish finish
Primer Type: Synthetic polymer Dead Cap
Dry-Fire Durability: Rated for over 3,000 dry fires
Operation: Non-powered mechanical dummy round

Who is the A-Zoom 45-70 Govt Aluminium Snap Caps - 2 Pack for?

Lever-action rifle hunters — Requires a durable training snap cap that withstands over 3,000 dry fires to practice trigger control and safely relieve mainspring tension when storing large-game .45-70 Government rifles.
Sport shooters and gunsmiths — Utilises a 2-pack of precision CNC-machined aluminium dummy rounds to verify smooth feeding, chambering, extraction, and ejection in firearms chambered strictly in .45-70 Government.

Less suitable for: Firearms chambered in calibres other than .45-70 Government, which require calibre-specific snap caps machined to matching cartridge headspace dimensions.

SKU	AZ40741LP
Model #	12231
Brand	A-Zoom
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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