That description applies to revolvers.
US M1 Garand rifles & Carbines were automatics.
As opposed to Manual firearms that need a new round loaded by HAND & bolt movement each time to fire the next single round.
It's just a sales term that has always annoyed me.
The new one is "Assault Weapon" for civilian ownership.
Another over dramatic name that suggests the weapon is more than a common rifle - except for it's so dark color & ugly protrusions !
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