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    Why are there measuring increments engraved on the outside? Is this for some kind of indexing adjustment?
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    Quote Originally Posted by mlochala View Post
    Why are there measuring increments engraved on the outside? Is this for some kind of indexing adjustment?
    It's probably used to set the time delay to detonation. Aerial bursts are far more effective than allowing the shell to actually hit the ground before exploding.
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    Quote Originally Posted by mklotz View Post
    It's probably used to set the time delay to detonation. Aerial bursts are far more effective than allowing the shell to actually hit the ground before exploding.
    Ok, that makes sense. Thanks!



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