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To: Woahhs
Any auto smaller than 9mm uses a method of operation known as "unlocked blowback."

There is at least one exception: the Kel-tec P32 (.32ACP) uses a tilt-barrel locked-breach action. I've never fired one, but supposedly the use of a locked-breach action allows for a lighter-weight gun and looser recoil spring, while mitigating the 'kick' that would otherwise be felt in such a lightweight gun.

BTW, blowback 9mm's and .45ACP's exist (Hi-Point IIRC); while caliber is often a good indication of whether a firearm has a locked breach, it's not entirely conclusive.

8 posted on 06/11/2002 10:50:21 PM PDT by supercat
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To: supercat
Thanks for the insight 'Cat! These are rare birds to me.
9 posted on 06/11/2002 11:00:28 PM PDT by Woahhs
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To: Polycarp
Ping! For your consideration.
10 posted on 06/11/2002 11:02:14 PM PDT by Woahhs
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