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What is a hangfire?

A delayed firing after the trigger is pulled.

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  1. A shell with no powder
  2. A delayed firing after the trigger is pulled ✔
  3. A shell that never fires

Why: A hangfire is a delayed ignition, so you must keep the gun pointed safely and wait before opening it.

Huh, didn't know that: A hangfire is a delayed ignition, so you must keep the gun pointed safely and wait before opening it.

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Answer: A delayed firing after the trigger is pulled. A hangfire is a delayed ignition, so you must keep the gun pointed safely and wait before opening it.

  1. Scouting America: Shotgun Shooting www.scouting.org/merit-badges/shotgun-shooting
    explain what a misfire, hangfire, and squib fire are
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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