Topic 3: 3.3 Nomenclature Of Revolver Flashcards
A tube, usually metal, through which a controlled explosion or rapid expansion of gases are released to propel a projectile out of the end at high velocity.
Barrel
is the pivoting part that supports the cylinder when pushing it out to remove brass or to load fresh ammunition.
- Crane (Yoke). The crane
that activates the ejector assembly of a mold when it is opened.
- Ejector Rod
Is the aiming sight of the firearm located on the front of the muzzle.
- Front Sight.
The part of a firearm at the end of the barrel from which the projectile exits.
- Muzzle.
The rear facing part of firearm’s grip strap, located between the two grip panels.
- Back Strap.
is the cylindrical, rotating part of a revolver containing multiple chambers, each of which is capable of holding a single cartridge.
Cylinder.
release allows for user to push the cylinder out and remove expended casings or to add new ammunition.
- Cylinder Release.
The function of the hammer is to strike the firing pin in a firearm, which in turn detonates the impact-sensitive cartridge primer.
- Hammer.
The forward facing part of the firearm’s two grip straps, located between the grip panels, and usually connects to the trigger guard.
- Front Strap.
The sight nearest to the the stock of a firearm.
- Rear Sight.
Is a strap that goes over the top of the cylinder
- Top Strap.
A mechanism that actuates the firing sequence of a firearm. Triggers almost universally consist of levers or buttons actuated by the index finger.
- Trigger.
A trigger guard is a loop surrounding the trigger of a firearm and protecting it from accidental discharge.
- Trigger Guard.
these panels go on either side of the frame between the front and the back strap.
- Stocks(Grip Panels),
