I'm new to Des Moines - this is just a question I have after an experience just now with a stationary full broadside Montana at 6km.
I had more shatters than pens and ended up having to aim for the upper belt as I typically would with a German BB. I expected the Des Moines to absolutely shred in this scenario.

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