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Are lead pellet air rifles even worse then? I remember cleaning the barrel of one and the cleaning tool was so very dirty.
by asdff 3y ago
Are lead pellet air rifles even worse then? I remember cleaning the barrel of one and the cleaning tool was so very dirty.
- Modified3019 3y agoDefinitely wouldn't be worse as there will only be lead dust from erosion of the pellet in the barrel instead of additionally having lead/lead-compound vapor from the heat and chemical reactions. But it's still a concern, so hands, arms, and face should definitely be washed after loading/shooting/cleaning. Extended firing sessions should be followed by a shower and clothes change. Fortunately, the elemental lead in cast pellets/bullets is not very bioavailable, however it's still a good idea to minimize exposure.