Rifled Firearm
Definition
A firearm whose bore has spiral grooves that spin the projectile for stability (rifle, handgun). The rifling leaves class-characteristic land-and-groove marks on the recovered bullet.
Related terms
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- Country-Made Firearm (Katta)
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- Gunshot Residue (GSR)
- Microscopic particulate residue containing antimony, barium and lead deposited on the shooter's hand, face and clothing at discharge. Collected by adhesive lift...
- Smooth-Bore Firearm
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- Tattooing (Stippling)
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Explained in
- Firearm Injuries: Entry, Exit, Range and PatternA firearm whose bore has spiral grooves that spin the projectile for stability (rifle, handgun). The rifling leaves class-characteristic land-and-groove marks...