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submachine gun
Shoulder-held automatic assault weapon that fires handgun cartridges in bursts.
magazine
Part containing the cartridges, which are automatically fed into the gun barrel.
magazine catch
Device that attaches the magazine to the weapon.
barrel
Tubular part that guides the trajectory of the projectile.
trigger guard
Metal piece covering and protecting the trigger.
butt plate
Back part of the weapon that is held against the shoulder.
trigger
Device that is pressed to fire the weapon.
pistol grip
Part for holding and aiming the weapon; its shape is similar to that of a pistol butt.
receiver
Metal casing around the weapon’s firing mechanism.
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.
front sight
Metal aiming device attached to the front of the barrel.