The area forward of the cartridge chamber extending to the point where the bore begins to have its full bore diameter. Also known as chamber throat.
Toe
The bottom part of the butt of a rifle or shotgun.
Top
Strap
The portion of a solid frame revolver that passes over the cylinder.
Trajectory
The curved path of a projectile from muzzle to target.
Trap Door Action
This action was used after the Civil War and was most famous as the type of action used by the U.S. Cavalry at such famous conflicts as General George A. Custer's last battle at the Little Big Horn. A top-hinged breechblock pivots up and forward to open. Locking occurs by a cam located at the rear of the breechblock that fits into a mating recess.
Trigger
The part of a firearm that is
moved manually to cause the firing pin to be
released by the sear, the cartridge primer struck,
the propellant ignited and the projectile sent on
its way.
Trigger Guard
A rigid loop around the trigger
that prevents accidental discharge or damage to it.
Trigger Pull
The amount of force that must be applied to the trigger of a
firearm to cause the sear release.
Tubular
Magazine
A tube-shaped magazine in which
cartridges or shotshells are arranged end-to-end. It
may be located under the
barrel
or in the butt stock.
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Sportsman's Club, Michigan Best Sportsman's Club
