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Shooting

Shooting is the process of firing a projectile weapon, the activity is conducted as a recreational activity and in competition through the use of guns, bows, crossbows, etc.

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Shooting

calibre

Sports; Shooting

The means or way the bore of a rifle or pistol is measured.

cartridge

Sports; Shooting

This is what the gun shoots at the target. It is made up of the case, powder, primer and the projectile.

chamber

Sports; Shooting

This is the rear section of a gun barrel where the cartridge is put in for firing at the target.

cheek rest

Sports; Shooting

This is a place a shooter can rest their cheek when firing a rifle. It can be adjusted or removed altogether.

chief official

Sports; Shooting

They are in-charge of running the competition and are responsible for ensuring that all of the technical and logistical aspects of the competition run smoothly.

chief range official

Sports; Shooting

They are responsible for the shooters. They call the shooters to take their positions, they check to make sure all the competitors are using the same and legal equipment and the check to see that the ...

choke

Sports; Shooting

See Chokebore.

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