Semi-Automatic Pistol Parts

Question 1

Muzzle

Answer 1

The end of the barrel through which the projectile (bullet) exits

Question 2

Slide

Answer 2

The part that moves back to load cartridges

Question 3

Trigger guard

Answer 3

Piece that surrounds the trigger to protect it from being squeezed or bumped accidentally

Question 4

Barrel

Answer 4

Metal tube inside the slide through which the projectile travel

Question 5

Sight

Answer 5

Device used for aiming by aligning a front and rear sight

Question 6

Hammer

Answer 6

Part that strikes the primer to cause ignition

Question 7

Grip

Answer 7

Handle of the handgun

Question 8

Magazine

Answer 8

Detachable container on a repeating firearm that holds ammunition before it is loaded into the chamber