Hinged Floorplate
A feature on some bolt-action rifles where the magazine floorplate swings open for quick unloading without cycling each round.
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Action (Firearm)
The mechanism that loads, fires, and ejects cartridges (e.g., bolt, pump, lever).
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Cartridge
A self-contained unit of ammunition with primer, propellant, bullet/shot, and casing.
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Headspace
The gap between the cartridge base and the firearm’s breech face; improper headspace can cause ma...
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