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What Is a Revolver? How It Works and Types

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 […]

What Does AR Stand For? 7 Clear Facts About AR Rifles

What Does AR Stand For? 7 Clear Facts About AR Rifles What does AR stand for? In the firearm world, AR stands for ArmaLite, the company that developed the original AR-10 and AR-15 rifle designs in the 1950s. It does not stand for “assault rifle” or “automatic rifle.” That misunderstanding is common, but it creates […]