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Old 08-09-2004, 09:43   #56
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Originally posted by NousDefionsDoc
This is just my opinion, but I think there is enough to worry about without trying to remember how many rounds one has fired. Much more important to constantly re-assess the tactical situation.

And what difference does it make? One is going to shoot until the engagement is over or they run out anyway.

I find it hard to believe that people can accurately do this in combat. I guess there are those that can.

Now I will count remaining magazines every now and then from behind cover.
Exactly.

I cannot reliably count down a 15 or 30 round mag under stress with everything else that is going on. Some may be able to.

IMHO, I prefer to practice reloading quickly, check ammo status when the tactical situation permits, and try not to move out from cover without having topped off.

Others may be more talented in this area.

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