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In toolmark examination, if an examiner identifies a toolmark on one end of the pipe to a particular tool, do you think it is necessary to try and identify all of the toolmarks on the evidence back to the particular tool?

Firearms examination is a subdiscipline of toolmark examination. From an examination point of view, do you think that it is easier for the examiner to work on a firearms case or a toolmark case? Give reasons for the answer.

References

Dillon, J.H. Jr. (2008).  Module 09: Cartridge and shotshell examination. AFTE range of conclusions. NFSTC Firearm Examiner Training. 

Dillon, J.H. Jr. (2008).  Module 13: Toolmark identification. NFSTC Firearm Examiner Training. 

Smith, J. (n.d.).  Toolmark examination PPT.