Yaw
The heading of a bullet, used in external ballistics that refers to how the Magnus effect causes bullets to move out of a straight line based on their spin.
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Letter Y Firearms Glossary
Youth RifleA short, lightweight rifle. Some are small enough for a young child to easily handle, while others are large enough to perfectly suit teenagers, average-sized adult women, and small-statured adult males. Youth StockA short stock, often ideally sized for teenagers, average-sized adult women, and small-statured adult males. 17 Other Firearms Definitions You Need To KnowLCIAbbreviation for Loaded Chamber Indicator Isosceles StanceThere are two basic variants of the Isosceles stance, the Traditional Isosceles and Modern Isosceles stance. In both Isosceles stances, the feet parallel pointing toward the target and are roughly shoulder width apart. Both arms are stretched almost equally forward with the gun centered forward, creating the triangular shape which gives the stance its name. Follow ThroughHolding the trigger to the rear after the shot has fired, until the sights are back on target, at which time the trigger is released. ButtThe rear end of a rifle or shotgun. (The portion that rests against the shoulder.) Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and ExplosivesThe Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF, BATF, and BATFE) is a federal law enforcement organization within the United States Department of Justice. Its responsibilities include the investigation and prevention of federal offenses involving the unlawful use, manufacture, and possession of firearms and explosives; acts of arson and bombings; and illegal trafficking of alcohol and tobacco products. The ATF also regulates via licensing the sale, possession, and transportation of firearms, ammunition, and explosives in interstate commerce. Many of ATF's activities are carried out in conjunction with task forces made up of state and local law enforcement officers, such as Project Safe Neighborhoods. ATF operates a unique fire research laboratory in Beltsville, Maryland, where full-scale mock-ups of criminal arson can be reconstructed. Plus PAlso spelled "+P" or "P+". Is small arms ammunition that has been loaded to a higher internal pressure than standard for it's caliber. Many calibers are available in both standard and +p or +p+ variants. Ammunition marked +p produces more power and higher pressures than the standard ammunition. Not all firearms are designed to handle the increased pressure consult your owner's manual or gun manufacturer before using +P ammunition. Grip PanelsThe interchangeable surfaces that are installed on the part of the gun that you hold. Users change grip panels to improve the look or feel of the firearm, or to personalize it so that the gun is more suited to a different hand size. Some grip panels are chosen for function, while others are chosen for looks. Common grip-panel materials are wood, plastic, and rubber. Ejection RodThe sliding metal dowel located at the muzzle end of a revolver cylinder. After firing, the shooter opens the cylinder and depresses the front end of the ejection rod, which forces the empty cases out of the cylinder. OvershootA term used in artillery to indicate a projectile impact beyond the designated target. FrameThe common part of a handgun to which the action, barrel and grip are connected. Firing PinA needle like metal part of a modern firearm that gives a vigorous strike to the primer initiating the firing of the cartridge. FrontstrapFront, metal, part of a handgun's grip, which together with the backstrap, provides a mounting frame for the grip panels. Hand-Detachable LocksThe firing mechanism of a break-open gun which may be removed for inspection or cleaning without the use of tools. The release latch may be plainly visible or concealed. A feature typically seen on sidelock guns but also on the Westley Richards "droplock" boxlock action. Forend IronThe steel skeleton of the forend (above), into which any moving parts are fitted and which mates to and revolves about the action knuckle when the gun is opened. Ear PlugsHearing protection that fits inside the ear canal. Back ActionA sidelock action where the mainspring is mounted rearward towards the butt. The back action is often used in double rifles where the need for strength requires as little steel as possible be removed from the bar of the action. Iron SightsThe mechanical sighting system which usually comes with the firearm made of metal with no optics. |
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