Nutted

Nutted is a term used in the context of firearms and ammunition to describe a bullet that has been intentionally damaged or altered to render it non-functional. This process typically involves drilling a hole through the bullet's body, which disrupts its structural integrity and prevents it from being fired effectively. Nutted bullets are often used for training purposes, such as in live-fire exercises where the use of live ammunition is necessary but the actual impact of the bullet is not desired. They are also used in certain types of ammunition, such as birdshot, where the goal is to disperse a large number of small projectiles rather than achieve a high-velocity impact. The term "nutted" is derived from the sound made when the bullet is struck with a hammer, which resembles the sound of a nut being cracked open. It is important to note that nutted bullets should only be used in firearms that are designed to handle such ammunition and in accordance with local laws and regulations.