Importation & Verification of Firearms, Ammunition and Implements of War
Bolt Action
Note: The Bolt action is utilized in the design and function of rifles, shotguns and pistols including single shot and magazine-fed repeating models. This illustration exhibits the primary characteristics of a rifle, but most component parts are applicable in a revised configuration.
![A diagram showing various parts of a bolt action weapon and their defined names: the crossbolt safety, stock, receiver ring, etc.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20120928162526im_/http://www.atf.gov/graphics/firearms/importation-guidebook/terms-bolt-action.jpg)
Group | Description |
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Group (1) | Four magazine configurations available on the repeating models of this type action. A-Tubular, B-Fixed Internal, C-Bottom Access Floorplate, D-Detachable |
Group (2) | Four various safety configurations which may appear on the available models. A-Crossbolt, B-Top Tang, C-Side Lever, D-Tailpiece Safety |
Group (3) | Two buttstock appointments available in this group. A-Butt Plate, B-Recoil Pad |
Group (4) | Two barrel configurations which may appear on this type action. A-Rifled, B-Smooth Bore |