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pistol shooting
Sport that consists of using a pistol to shoot projectiles at a target a given distance away; the goal is to hit the target’s center.
eyeglasses
Very sturdy glasses that are usually made of plastic; they protect the eyes from injury and wearing them is mandatory.
8-mm pistol
Short lightweight handgun that is loaded through the stock and held in the hand; it uses projectiles 8 mm in diameter.
stock
The bottom part of the pistol that is used to hold and aim it.
hammer
Part that triggers the shot by striking the firing pin, which in turn strikes the cartridge primer causing the powder charge to explode.
trigger
Device that is pressed to fire the weapon.
ear muffs
Headband with two small cushions that muffle noise; they are mandatory for the shooters and nearby officials.
air pistol
Pistol that uses compressed air or carbon dioxide to shoot projectiles.