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Single-shot, semi-automatic, fully automatic and all of the other classifications in between - when it comes to the realm of firearms, the various terminology can seem confusing at first glance; however it is actually easier to understand than one would think. A semi-automatic weapon is simply a firearm that fires a bullet when the trigger is pulled, ejects the spent cartridge and automatically prepares the firearm for firing again upon the next trigger pull. While this may seem like a modern mechanism, semi-automatic firearms have actually existed for quite some time, with many weapon manufacturers introducing them in the early 20th century. Semi-automatic firing capabilities are not just limited to rifles; countless semi-automatic pistols and semi-automatic shotguns have been developed over the years, as well.
In this quiz, we've included a comprehensive selection of semi-automatic pistols, rifles and shotguns, from several different manufacturers. This means that this is the perfect quiz for gun enthusiasts who want a real challenge when it comes to testing their knowledge of firearms! So, if you're ready to start firing away at these questions, then let's get started!
The Beretta BM 59 is a semi-automatic Italian-made rifle that is manufactured by Beretta. It is notable for being based on the M1 Garand rifle; however, it is actually chambered in 7.62×51mm NATO instead.
The Benelli M4 Super 90 is a semi-automatic shotgun that is manufactured by Benelli Armi SPA. It is the first gas-operated shotgun produced by Benelli and is still in use today due to its effectiveness.
The Colt AR-15 is a semi-automatic rifle that is manufactured by Colt. It is notable for being lightweight, gas-operated and magazine-fed.
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The Browning Hi Power is a semi-automatic handgun that is manufactured by Fabrique Nationale. Over 1.5 million of them have been produced over the years.
The Mossberg 930 is a semi-automatic shotgun that is manufactured by O.F. Mossberg & Sons. It was specifically designed for use by hunters and skeet-shooters.
The Smith & Wesson M&P15 is a semi-automatic rifle that is manufactured by Smith & Wesson. It is notably used by several police departments in the United States.
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The Desert Eagle is a semi-automatic handgun that was designed by Magnum Research and Israel Military Industries. It is notable for chambering the largest centerfire cartridge of any magazine-fed, self-loading pistol.
The Beretta 92 is a semi-automatic pistol that is manufactured by Beretta. The original model 92 was designed in 1972; however, due to its effectiveness, the production of many variants in different calibers continues to this day.
The Heckler & Koch VP9 is a semi-automatic handgun that is manufactured by Heckler & Koch. The “VP” in the name stands for “Volkspistole” which translates to "people's pistol".
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The Walther P99 is a semi-automatic pistol that is manufactured by Carl Walther GmbH Sportwaffen. It was not only designed to be used by law enforcement but also for the civilian market.
The Smith & Wesson M&P is a semi-automatic pistol that is manufactured by Smith & Wesson. It features a striker-fired trigger system that prevents it from discharging unless the trigger is fully depressed
The Winchester Model 1905 is a semi-automatic rifle that is manufactured by Winchester Repeating Arms Company. The name is a reference to the year that it was introduced and it was eventually discontinued in 1920.
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The Browning Auto-5 is a semi-automatic shotgun that is manufactured by Browning Arms. It is notable for being the first successful semi-automatic shotgun design.
The Dragunov sniper rifle is a semi-automatic rifle that was designed by Yevgeny Dragunov. It is a highly celebrated sniper rifle and is used by dozens of countries; including Russia, China, Finland, India and Poland.
The Benelli M3 Super 90 is a semi-automatic shotgun that is manufactured by Benelli. It is actually officially classified as a dual-mode shotgun; having pump action capabilities as well.
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The CZ 75 is a semi-automatic pistol that is manufactured by the Czech firearm company ČZUB. Over a million of them have been produced and distributed all over the world and it is notable for being the most common handgun in the Czech Republic.
The Vepr-12 is a semi-automatic shotgun that is manufactured by Molot-Oruzhie Ltd. It is notable for being patterned after the original Kalashnikov rifle.
The Remington Model 1100 is a semi-automatic shotgun that is manufactured by Remington Arms. It is notable for being popular among sportsmen due to its efficiency in terms of weight, recoil and reliability.
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The SIG Sauer P226 is a semi-automatic pistol that is manufactured by SIG Sauer. It is extremely popular on a global scale, being used by several law enforcement and military organizations.
The Ithaca Mag-10 is a semi-automatic shotgun that is manufactured by Ithaca Gun Company. In 1989, the design was purchased by Remington Arms and used as the basis for the Remington Model SP-10.
The Astra Model 900 is a semi-automatic pistol that is manufactured by Astra-Unceta y Cia. It is notable for being one of the many Spanish copies of the German Mauser C96 semi-automatic pistol.
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The SRM Arms Model 1216 is a semi-automatic shotgun that is manufactured by SRM Arms. It was not only designed for law enforcement but also for home defense.
The Franchi SPAS-15 is a semi-automatic shotgun that is manufactured by Luigi Franchi S.P.A. Although production ended in 2005, it is still in use to this day due to its effectiveness and power.
The AK-22 is a semi-automatic rifle that was designed by Mikhail Kalashnikov. It is notable for being loosely based upon the AK-47 in its design.
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The Browning 22 Semi-Auto rifle is a semi-automatic rifle that was manufactured by FN Herstal. It is now currently produced by Browning as the Semi-Auto 22.
The Walther WA 2000 is a semi-automatic sniper rifle that is manufactured by Walther. It is notable for being one of the rarest firearms that have ever been made, with only 176 ever being manufactured due to their high manufacturing cost.
The Akdal MKA 1919 is a semi-automatic shotgun that is designed by Akdal Arms and used by the Turkish Land Forces. It is notable for having a design that resembles the M16 rifle.
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The Franchi SPAS-12 is a semi-automatic shotgun that is manufactured by Franchi. It is actually officially classified as a dual-mode shotgun; having pump action capabilities as well.
The High Standard Model 10 is a semi-automatic shotgun that is manufactured by the High Standard Manufacturing Company. It is notable for its bullpup design, integrated flashlight and rotatable shoulder stock.
The Zastava M76 is a semi-automatic rifle that is manufactured by Zastava Arms. It is notably used in Serbia, Croatia, Macedonia and Iraq.
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The Ruger LCP is a semi-automatic pistol that is manufactured by Ruger. It has a glass-filled nylon frame, a two-finger grip and a through-hardened blued steel slide.
The Heckler and Koch SR9 is a semi-automatic rifle that is manufactured by Heckler and Koch. It is notable for incorporating parts from the PSG1 and MSG-90 marksman rifles.
The M39 Enhanced Marksman Rifle is a semi-automatic rifle that is manufactured by Sage International. It is iconic for being primarily used by the United States Marine Corps.
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The Remington R51 is a semi-automatic pistol that is manufactured by Remington. It is notable for being a modernized version of the John Pedersen-designed Remington Model 51 pistol
The M1 carbine is a semi-automatic rifle that is one of the most iconic firearms in US history. It is notable for being a standard firearm for the U.S. military during World War II, the Korean War and parts of the Vietnam War.
The Glock 19 is a semi-automatic pistol that is manufactured by Glock Ges.m.b.H. It is often classified as a reduced size Glock 17; with the barrel and pistol grip being shorter by about 0.5 inches.
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The SKS is a semi-automatic rifle that is designed by Sergei Gavrilovich Simonov. Praised for its effectiveness, over 15 million of them have been built over the past seven decades.
The AMT Hardballer is a semi-automatic pistol that is manufactured by Arcadia Machine & Tool. It is notable for being the pistol used by Arnold Schwarzenegger in the 1984 film, The Terminator.
The Colt Commander is a semi-automatic pistol that is manufactured by Colt. It is notable for being the first mass-produced pistol with an aluminum alloy frame.
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The Remington 11-87 is a semi-automatic shotgun that is manufactured by Remington Arms. Introduced in 1987, it is notable for being based on the earlier Remington 1100.