How Firearm Manufacturers Name Their Models Firearm model names can combine letters, numbers, abbreviations, series names, and caliber designations, making them confusing for new owners and experienced enthusiasts alike. Each manufacturer develops its own naming system, and the same letter or number can mean different things across brands. Understanding firearm model names makes it easier […]
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What Is a Magazine, and How Does It Differ From a Clip? Firearm transfers between dealers involve specific documentation, legal requirements, and coordination between the sending and receiving Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs) A firearm magazine stores cartridges and feeds them toward the chamber as the firearm operates. A clip holds cartridges together to make loading […]
What Is a Revolver? What is a revolver? A revolver is a handgun that uses a rotating cylinder containing multiple chambers to hold cartridges. As the firearm’s mechanism cycles, the cylinder moves each chamber into alignment with the barrel. This design distinguishes a revolver from a typical semi-automatic pistol, which uses a single chamber and […]