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The bore is the inside of the barrel- that is, the hole that the bullet is fired through. The diameter of the bore is measuring how wide the bore is from one side to another.

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What mean by bore of a gun?

The bore of a gun relates to the diameter of the hole in the barrel - and in turn the diameter of the bullet the gun can fire.


Is there a word beginning with C meaning gun bore?

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What does caliber mean?

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What is the bore diameter of the Winchester Legendary Frontiersman in 38-55?

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