Visual Examination
M14 rifle
Courtesy of Forensic Technology Inc.
Gunsights Pro 3.0
Visual examination of the firearm will determine the following:
- Type of magazine.
- Type of action.
- Caliber designation (this can be difficult to determine when examining foreign and/or military rifles because most are not marked with the caliber designation).
- Telescopic sights, (most of which have multiple adjustments within the scope).
- These settings should be recorded, including the variable magnification setting.
- Safety - most rifles have some type of external safety and possibly a disconnector safety.
The term "assault rifle" refers to compact, select-fire, detachable box magazine-fed firearms that use a centerfire rifle cartridge and are designed primarily for military use. Many rifles resemble a true assault rifle because they have a military-like appearance. These do not have a selector and operate only in the semiautomatic mode. They may be modified in an attempt to make them fire in full automatic mode.
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