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What are the 3 main parts that a revolver and pistol have in common?

  • Frame (correct)
  • Action (correct)
  • Barrel (correct)
  • Grip

    • What end of the pistol does the bullet come out of?

    muzzle

    What does +P mean?

    Ammunition loaded to a higher pressure

    What are the 4 parts of a round of ammunition?

    <p>Bullet, case, powder, primer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the 2 most important shooting fundamentals?

    <p>Aiming and trigger control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Does a misfire 'ignite'?

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can a hangfire 'pause' and still go off?

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A squib load produces less than optimal power and velocity.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name the 5 firing positions.

    <p>Bench rest position, 2 handed standing (isosceles), single arm, weaver, weaver modified</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name a better cleaner/lubricant on the market.

    <p>CLP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is inside a barrel that gives a bullet stability?

    <p>Rifling consisting of lands and grooves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long is the CT Temporary State Permit good for?

    <p>60 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what part of the revolver do you place the empty cartridge?

    <p>The top strap</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe follow through and why it is important.

    <p>Follow through is squeezing the trigger all the way back and holding it. There must be a pause.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do you de-cock a pistol?

    <p>Thumb, Thumb, Trigger, Thumb, Thumb, Down. Thumb under hammer, Other thumb on spur, Pull Trigger, Lower Hammer, Remove thumb, Down.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct breathing technique?

    <p>Breathe in, breathe out halfway, hold it, fire (6-10 seconds)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What part of your trigger finger do you pull the trigger with?

    <p>The pad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the chamber located in a semi-automatic pistol?

    <p>In the rear of the barrel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can you shoot a .357 Magnum in a .38 Special revolver?

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the 3 parts to the hammer assembly?

    <p>Hammer, Spur, Pin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the NRA's Eddie Eagle Program.

    <p>STOP, DONT TOUCH, LEAVE THE AREA, TELL AN ADULT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a double action pistol?

    <p>Cocks the hammer and fires the gun (releases the hammer)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a single action pistol?

    <p>It only releases the hammer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the primer do?

    <p>Explodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does powder do and what are the two types?

    <p>Powder burns and is a propellant. There are smokeless and semi-smokeless.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long do you wait to open a pistol after a malfunction?

    <p>At least 30 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The opening in the rear of a revolver's barrel is called what?

    <p>Forcing cone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many grains of powder are in a pound?

    <p>7032</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Parrabellum' mean?

    <p>Prepare for War</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does JHP stand for?

    <p>Jacketed Hollow Point</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does WC stand for?

    <p>Wad Cutter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does RN stand for?

    <p>Round Nose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does FMJ stand for?

    <p>Full Metal Jacket</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does ACP stand for?

    <p>Automatic Colt Pistol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What other round can you shoot in a 9x19mm pistol?

    <p>9mm Luger Parabellum (same thing)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the smallest pistol cartridge?

    <p>.17 HMR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does HMR stand for?

    <p>Hornady Magnum Rimfire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If you want to adjust the rear sight, how do you do it?

    <p>Adjust it in the direction you want your rounds to go.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many grains are in typical target loads?

    <p>4-5 grains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If you change your address, how long do you have to notify DPS?

    <p>48 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a stove pipe and how do you clear it?

    <p>When a round is stuck in the ejector (failure to eject). Tap, tilt, rack.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a double feed and how do you clear it?

    <p>Two rounds in the chamber. Lock the slide back. Eject magazine. Rack rack rack.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Before you clean a pistol, what do you need to do?

    <p>Lock up the ammo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Should you store ammo and firearms together?

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do you perform an immediate action drill?

    <p>TAP, RACK, REASSESS. Not for target shooting. Tap the mag. Rack the slide. Reassess your target.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the golden rule of gun safety?

    <p>Always point your gun in a safe direction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the 3 critical gun rules?

    <ol> <li>Always point your gun in a safe direction 2. Keep your finger off and away from the trigger until ready to shoot 3. Keep the gun unloaded until ready to use</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the gun's action?

    <p>Load, fire, unload</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is magnum?

    <p>A larger version of a round</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a misfire?

    <p>A cartridge malfunction where there's no ignition when the firing pin strikes the primer - sounds like metal hitting metal 'Click'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a hang fire?

    <p>A cartridge malfunction caused when primer explodes but there is a delay in firing 'Pop'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a squib load?

    <p>A cartridge malfunction that produces less than normal power or velocity. Usually sounds dull or muffled. 'Poof'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do you deal with a misfire, hang fire, or squib load?

    <p>Treat them all the same. Point down range for at least 30 seconds. Never put on safety or de-cock pistol.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Do you have to tell a police officer that you are carrying?

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is failure to fire?

    <p>When the hammer or pin falls on what is thought to be a loaded chamber but doesn't shoot - wait 30-60 seconds. Treat as a hang fire. Could be a dud.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Revolver and Pistol Basics

    • Key components common to revolvers and pistols: barrel, frame, action.
    • Exit point for bullets in firearms is called the muzzle.

    Ammunition Fundamentals

    • +P designation indicates ammunition loaded to higher pressure for increased performance.
    • Essential parts of a round of ammunition: bullet, case, powder, primer.

    Shooting Fundamentals

    • Two most critical shooting fundamentals: aiming and trigger control.

    Malfunction Terminology

    • A misfire does not ignite upon trigger pull.
    • A hangfire may pause before igniting, creating a delay.
    • A squib load produces inadequate power and velocity, leading to suboptimal performance.

    Shooting Positions and Techniques

    • Five firing positions: bench rest, two-handed standing (isosceles), single-arm, weaver, modified weaver.
    • Proper breathing technique for shooting: inhale, exhale halfway, hold breath, fire within 6-10 seconds.
    • Follow-through requires squeezing and holding the trigger for accuracy maintenance.

    Safety and Maintenance

    • Wait at least 30 seconds before opening a pistol after a malfunction.
    • Store firearms and ammunition together only in a certified safe for safety compliance.

    Action Types in Firearms

    • Double-action pistols cock the hammer and fire with a single trigger pull.
    • Single-action pistols require manual cocking to release the hammer.

    Ammo Types and Specifications

    • Different types of ammunition specifications:
      • JHP: Jacketed Hollow Point
      • WC: Wad Cutter
      • RN: Round Nose
      • FMJ: Full Metal Jacket
      • ACP: Automatic Colt Pistol
    • Smallest pistol cartridge is .17 HMR (Hornady Magnum Rimfire).
    • Magnum refers to a larger version of a cartridge.

    Clearing Malfunctions

    • "Stove pipe" occurs when a round is stuck during ejection; clear by tapping, tilting, and racking.
    • "Double feed" results in two rounds in the chamber; resolve by locking the slide, ejecting the magazine, and racking.
    • Notify the Department of Public Safety (DPS) within 48 hours after changing your address.
    • Inform police officers of firearm carry only if asked.

    Gun Safety Rules

    • Golden rule of gun safety: always point the gun in a safe direction.
    • Three critical rules of gun safety:
      • Point the gun in a safe direction.
      • Keep the finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.
      • Keep the gun unloaded until ready for use.

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