Firearms Terminology: Double Action vs. Single Action Pistols

In this, the third in our series of videos exploring firearms terminology, we look at the terms "single action" and "double action" as they apply to pistols.

This video is presented for educational purposes only. No loaded firearms, live ammunition, live firing, cleaning, or modification of any firearm or part thereof is depicted in this video.

This video does not contain or endorse the use of any particular brand of product, and no payment of any kind has been or is anticipated to be paid for the depiction of any item shown in this video. All items pictured are the personal property of the content creator.

Previous terminology-related videos referenced in this edition can be found at the links posted below.

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The Four Basic Rules of Firearm Safety
1) ALL GUNS ARE ALWAYS LOADED.
2) NEVER ALLOW THE MUZZLE OF YOUR FIREARM TO COVER ANYTHING THAT YOU ARE NOT WILLING TO DESTROY.
3) KEEP YOUR FINGER OFF OF THE TRIGGER AND OUTSIDE OF THE TRIGGER GUARD UNTIL THE SIGHTS ARE ALIGNED ON TARGET AND YOU HAVE MADE THE CONSCIOUS DECISION TO FIRE.
4) BE CERTAIN OF YOUR TARGET AND WHAT IS IN FRONT OF AND BEHIND IT.