Repeating rifles are firearms that allow multiple shots to be fired without needing to reload after each shot. They use a mechanism that automatically chambers a new round after firing, making them more efficient than single-shot rifles. This design significantly increased the rate of fire for soldiers and hunters in the 19th century. One of the most famous examples of a repeating rifle is the Winchester Model 1873, often referred to as "the gun that won the West." These rifles played a crucial role in various conflicts and hunting scenarios, contributing to the evolution of firearms technology.