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'Excess' gas handling: Ruger American vs. Hawkeye?

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I'm curious about how the Ruger American handles (vents, redirects, whatever) escaping gas in the even of a case head rupture, pierced primer, or the like. IME, the M-77 MkII/Hawkeye do a magnificent job of redirecting any escaping gas _away_ from the shooter's face & head. Not all gun designs do as good a job. I'm curious about the American's design in this regard.

So... Anyone blown a case apart in an American yet? You can answer via PM if you don't want to publicize the event. ;)
 
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