Basic Parts of Modern FirearmsFirearms have a variety of common parts such as barrel, actions and stocks. How a firearm is put together determines the specific type of action, e.g. bolt action rifle.
Take a few minutes to learn the basic parts and functions of modern firearms.
and shotguns have three main parts: stock, barrel and action.
The stock is used to hold the firearm.
The barrel is the launching tube.
The action is used to load, fire and eject the ammunition.