- The rifle associated with Charlie Kirk’s tragic shooting is identified as a bolt-action weapon.
- Bolt-action rifles require manual operation between each shot, unlike semi-automatic or automatic firearms.
- This type of rifle often retains spent cartridges in the chamber after firing.
- Such firearms are known for their precision and are commonly used in hunting and long-range shooting.
- Bolt-action rifles typically have a slower rate of fire compared to other types of rifles.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/what-bolt-action-rifle-what-we-know-about-gun-used-kill-charlie-kirk)
