Safety Mechanism

A device on a firearm (e.g., lever, button) that blocks the firing pin or trigger to prevent accidental discharges when engaged.

An informal term describing the area beyond a target where sound (and bullets) may travel, highli...

The core guidelines: treat every gun as loaded, muzzle in safe direction, finger off trigger unti...

A key safety practice of always keeping a firearm’s muzzle pointed in a safe direction to prevent...

The position of the firearm’s safety device; “On” means the safety is engaged (cannot fire), “Off...

A device that lowers the noise and muzzle flash of a firearm; legality varies by jurisdiction and...

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Ensuring the barrel or bore of a firearm is free of obstructions before firing to prevent acciden...