Starter Pistols

Introduction Heading 3 The sharp crack of a gunshot echoes through the stadium, signaling the start of the race. Or maybe you’re at a film set, and the “bang” of a pistol adds to the realism of the scene. What’s powering these dramatic effects? The answer is often a starter pistol and, crucially, blanks for … Read more

Introduction The crisp crack of a shot echoes across the track, and runners explode from their marks, their muscles taut with anticipation. The signal gun, held aloft, has initiated another race, another moment of athletic striving. This familiar sound, the sound of a starter pistol, relies on a simple, yet effective tool: the .22 caliber … Read more