by Swarm » 26 Nov 2013, 3:24 pm
Yep, depends on your rifle.
Ruger I know for example state that you can dry fire their centre fire Hawkeye model rifles. They do it in their tech videos etc.
More an issue with rimfire rifles from the ones I've seen.
I did have a specific example but can't think of the brand, grrr. Anyway, the point is that for the rimfire rifle I'm thinking of it's designed to meet the resistance of hitting the brass and expects it to be there.
If the brass is missing, the hammer over extends and there is some potential for damage.
Sako 75 Hunter IV 6.5x55 SE with Leupold VX-3L 4.5-14x50mm
CZ 455 .22LR with Leupold VX-R 3-9x40mm CDS
Winchester 88 .284 Winchester