Forearm (firearm component)
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forearm-firearm-component-174-19079635
title:
Forearm (firearm component)
text:
In firearms, the forearm is a section of a gunstock between the receiver and the muzzle. It is used as a gripping surface to hold the gun steady and is usually made out of heat-insulating material such as wood or reinforced plastic. Near the front of the forearm there is often an underside sling swivel stud and sometimes also a barrel-band to secure the forearm to the barrel. Some forearms are equipped with additional heat shields to protect the user from heat radiating from the barrel when the
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encyclopedia
description:
Part of a gunstock between the receiver and muzzle
original url:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forearm_(firearm_component)
date created:
2006-02-10T09:57:49Z
date modified:
2024-09-03T01:18:13Z
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