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When loading a bolt-action rifle with an internal magazine, which is the correct general method?

CFSC Student Handbook — 'Loading and unloading' and 'Bolt-action' sections: For bolt-action rifles with internal magazines, the correct method is to open the bo

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Question: When loading a bolt-action rifle with an internal magazine, which is the correct general method?

Answer options: ✅ Open the bolt or action and feed cartridges into the magazine or through the action one at a time per the firearm’s design

  • Close the bolt and shake cartridges into the chamber
  • Insert cartridges only through the muzzle
  • Hammer the bolt closed to seat cartridges

Correct answer: Open the bolt or action and feed cartridges into the magazine or through the action one at a time per the firearm’s design

Explanation: CFSC Student Handbook — 'Loading and unloading' and 'Bolt-action' sections: For bolt-action rifles with internal magazines, the correct method is to open the bolt/ action and feed cartridges as designed—never by shaking, muzzle-loading, or hammering.

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