Tapering (firearms)

In firearms, tapering refers to components that narrow down like a cone does, hence the name taper.[1][2][3][4]

Barrels

Main article: Squeeze bore

In barrels, this centralises mass to the operator, not only to reduce perceived weight due to center of mass, but also to improve accuracy/acquisition and stabilise the balance handling of the weapon. In addition, a tapered barrel means that chamber pressures are higher, leading to increased round velocity.

Cartridges

In cartridges, this usually helps in chambering/unloading the weapon. This differs from shouldering/bottlenecking[5], which only refers to the case head of the cartridge that holds the projectile, whereas tapering usually refers to the angled sides of the cartridge.

See also

References

  1. ^ "British Cannon Design 1600 - 1800".
  2. ^ Tony DiGiulian. "Definitions and Information about Naval Guns". NavWeaps. Retrieved 2022-08-20.
  3. ^ "Naval Gun Barrel Construction".
  4. ^ "The 24 Pounder Cannon".
  5. ^ Cartridges and Firearm Identification By Robert E. Walker. CRC Press Taylor & Francis Group. ISBN 978-1-4665-0206-2 Ammunition Cartridges Page 47


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