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The 14 pages that link to Rifling, each with the reason it gives.

• Gunpowder warfareRelated: Rifling marks a later improvement in firearm accuracy beyond smoothbore weapons.

• MuzzleloaderRelated: Spin stabilizes many muzzleloaded bullets in flight.

• RifleBroader topic: The grooves give a rifle’s projectile gyroscopic stability in flight.

• Muzzle velocityRelated: Rifling stabilizes many projectiles while the barrel accelerates them.

• ShotgunRelated: Some shotgun barrels are rifled to stabilize compatible slugs.

• Internal BallisticsRelated: Its grooves engage the projectile and add resistance before muzzle exit.

• Forensic ballisticsBroader topic: Rifling creates class characteristics visible on many fired bullets.

• Air gunRelated: Rifling stabilizes many air-gun pellets in flight.

• Bolt-action rifleRelated: The bolt handles ammunition, while the barrel’s rifling stabilizes the projectile in flight.

• Small armsRelated: Rifling stabilizes bullets fired by many pistols and rifles.

• HandgunRelated: Most handgun barrels use rifling to stabilize bullets in flight.

• GunsRelated: Spin stabilizes many bullets in flight.

• History of the firearmRelated: Rifling improved accuracy and eventually became standard in many military and civilian arms.

• Sniper rifleRelated: Projectile stabilization is one foundation of a rifle’s accuracy.