Forend
The forward part of a firearm’s stock under the barrel, gripped by the non-trigger hand for support and control.
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Action (Firearm)
The mechanism that loads, fires, and ejects cartridges (e.g., bolt, pump, lever).
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Pump-Action
A firearm action (commonly in shotguns) where the forend is manually cycled to eject a spent shel...
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Recoil
The backward force experienced when a firearm is discharged (“kick”), affected by factors like ca...
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Stock
The part of a firearm that rests against the shooter’s shoulder, consisting of the buttstock and ...
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