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Module 05 - HANDGUNS 101

THE FIRING CYCLE OF A SEMI-AUTO PISTOL

See how it works:

Illustration of the inside of a loaded semi-auto pistol with the slide pulled backward and a spent cartridge being ejected.

  • First, pull the slide backward—the slide will automatically return via spring power—this will cycle a new cartridge into the chamber and cock the hammer.

Illustration of the inside of a loaded semi-auto pistol ready to fire.

  • The firing pin is retained within the bolt face, which closes firmly against the chambered cartridge.

Illustration of the inside of a semi-auto pistol that has just been fired with the projectile exiting the muzzle.

  • When the trigger is pulled, the hammer will spring forward and strike the firing pin, which will then strike the cartridge and fire the pistol.

Illustration of the inside of a loaded semi-auto pistol with the slide pulled backward and a spent cartridge being ejected.

  • The leftover energy from the blast will automatically load another cartridge into the chamber without any further operation of the slide.

 

 

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