Guna Flashcards
Why do people say hammer fired guns are safer?
Because you are able to decock the hammer , you are unlikely to accidentally discharge the weapon
Another reason external hammer is safer?
You can see the visible state of the hammer so that you will know the exact position the firearm is
What type of action is used more for concealed carry?
Striker action, bc it guns with striker a ton dont have an external hammer that can get caught on a holster or pocket
Are 1911 semi autos striker or hammer fire?
Hammer
Do all hammer fired weapons have external hammers?
No, some are internal and you cant see
What does a striker fired gun have instead of a hammer?
An internal bar or long rod called a “Striker Bar”
1911 vs 2011 build
the way the frame is designed. On the1911, the frame and grip are one piece. On the2011, the frame is one piece and the grip/trigger guard subassembly is another.
What should you know about your grip options with a 2011 as opposed to a 1911?
your grip options with the 2011 is limited because it is a polymer/steel hybrid.
2011 vs 1911 mag capacity
2011 has double stack
STI
a big manufacturer of semi-customguns
SVI
Another big manufacturer of semi-customguns
Ipsc
International practical shooting confederation
Metal vs polymer frame guns?
Metal is better for recoil, polymer is lighter (and hence easier for concealed carry)
Reloading for Sig Sauer P226 9mm
If you reload or plan to, the SIG will also have some advantages since you can use lead bullets, and it’s probalby better on the brass.
Service life of Ruger P-Series
20000 rounds
Two main sights of iron sights
Open and aperture
What are open sights?
Typically just a notch for a rear sight and front post
What situations do open sights work better?
Where the rear site is farther from the shooter, e.g handguns or ak47s (which has its sites very far forward)
What type of sites do shotguns have?
Bead sights (usually just a bead fixed to the end of the barrell)
Different types of handguns
Single action revolver, double action revolver, and semi auto pistol
What most people call a bullet is actually a what?
a “round” (like a “round” of drinks) or “cartridge.” But you’ll still hear people use the word “bullet” as slang for the whole package.
What is casing usually made out of?
Brass, steel, or plastic
What is primer like?
a little spark plug that ignites the gunpowder inside the casing
What is inside casing?
Gunpowder
