Words have meanings. Technical terms have a purpose and "whatever you want to call it" does not compute. If it doesn't matter, let's call it a toaster from now on. Understanding the function of the components is fundamental to the timing of the sequence of events. That's why I asked which hole hole penetrated thru to the bore. That, along with the dimensional question, could raise an interesting question of when the piston cleared the hole vs. when the bullet exited the barrel. Not sure I have enough data on piston acceleration to draw a vaid conclusion, but would be fun to tackle the problem.
I tried to answer the OP's question, but I'm missing the point on how your level of understanding should influence my response to his question. Are you available to prescreen my future responses to others to make sure I don't risk offering anything you think you already know? Splitting hairs indeed.