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47 Key Principles for Guns

Principle 32 - Clearing a Gun

The process of clearing a gun of bullets is a very important skill to make a gun safe, though never assume the gun is safe.

Safe means there is no ammo in the chamber, or magazine and the action is open.

Steps

Remove the magazine or empty it if attached

Open the action, pull back the charging handle or bolt and cartridge will be ejected

Check inside

Put a flag or lock in the action