.22-caliber rifle

Lightweight firearm with a relatively short barrel; it shoots projectiles 5.6 mm in diameter.

cheek piece

Movable and adjustable part against which the shooter can rest his cheek when shouldering the weapon.

trigger guard

Metal piece covering and protecting the trigger.

trigger

Device that is pressed to fire the weapon.

palm rest

Part on which the shooter places a hand to support the rifle.

hook

Curved part that keeps the rifle under the shoulder to provide maximum stability.

front sight

Metal aiming device attached to the front of the barrel.

rear sight

Articulated graduated aiming device attached to the back of the barrel; the rear sight is lined up with the front sight when aiming.

cartridges

Ammunition consisting of a projectile (ball or lead), an explosive charge (gunpowder) and a primer collected inside a casing.