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Understanding Firearms

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Close-up of a firearm's internal mechanism showing gears and springs.

Close-up of a firearm's internal mechanism showing gears and springs.

Illustration of bullet trajectory with physics formulas overlaid.

Illustration of bullet trajectory with physics formulas overlaid.

Detailed breakdown of ammunition components laid out on a table.

Detailed breakdown of ammunition components laid out on a table.

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Objective insights into firearm engineering, ballistics, and ammunition science.

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A closer look at firearm mechanics and ballistics

Close-up of a firearm’s internal bolt mechanism showing intricate metal parts.

Close-up of a firearm’s internal bolt mechanism showing intricate metal parts.

High-speed photo capturing the moment of bullet ignition inside a cartridge.

High-speed photo capturing the moment of bullet ignition inside a cartridge.

Diagram illustrating the trajectory and drag forces acting on a bullet in flight.

Diagram illustrating the trajectory and drag forces acting on a bullet in flight.

Detailed view of various ammunition types laid out on a wooden surface.

Detailed view of various ammunition types laid out on a wooden surface.

Thermal imaging showing heat distribution on a firearm barrel after firing.

Thermal imaging showing heat distribution on a firearm barrel after firing.