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Muzzle

The muzzle is the front end of the barrel. This is where the projectile leaves the bore. You must maintain MUZZLE CONTROL at all times, even with an unloaded firearm.

Barrels may have sights attached. Sights help you aim or point.

sights on a barrel

Some guns may have more than one barrel. You may have barrels side by side or over and under.

multiple barrels

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