Comparison of Bore and Calibre

The following information comes from The Book of the Pistol and Revolver by Hugh B. C. Pollard. The Book of the Pistol and Revolver is also available to purchase in print.

Comparison of Bore and Calibre
Table I: Comparison of Bore and Cailber (Click to Enlarge)
Bullets to fit these bores should be .02 less in diameter.
*1 oz. spherical ball
**1/2 oz. ball
Small Bore Gauges
Table II: Small Bore Gauges (Click to Enlarge)
*Kentucky “pea rifle” size.

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Comparison of Bore and Caliber

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