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Which type of rifle action is generally the most accurate?

The bolt action.

  1. Lever action
  2. Pump action
  3. Bolt action ✔

Why: Hunter education says bolt action rifles are generally the most accurate type. Lifting the bolt handle and pulling it back opens the action and ejects the cartridge. The bolt can be removed for cleaning or safe transport.

Huh, didn't know that: Working the bolt also cocks the firing pin inside it.

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Why did the lightning bolt join the hunting club? It heard they liked bolt actions.
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Sources

  1. TPWD Hunter Education, Common Firearms https://tpwd.texas.gov/education/hunter-education/online-course/firearms-and-ammunition-1/common-firearms
  2. CT DEEP Hunter Safety Exam Answer Key https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/DEEP/hunting_trapping/pdf_files/Hunter_Safety_Manual/ExamAnswerKey.pdf?la=en

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