Reference guides to rifles: action types, calibers, well-known models, history, and how to choose one for hunting or sport.
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Guide · Rifles
A lever action rifle uses a hand operated lever to cycle the action, feed a cartridge, and prepare the rifle for the next shot. This guide explains the action type, common magazine layouts, major historical milestones, popular chamberings, and current model families from major manufacturers.
Guide · Rifles
A bolt-action rifle is a manually operated rifle action with a bolt in line with the bore. Hunters often consider bolt actions because manufacturer sources emphasize accuracy, strength, carrying weight, scope clearance and chambering variety, though those are design claims rather than universal guarantees.