What is the name of the enclosure that protects the trigger on a revolver?

The enclosure that protects the trigger on a revolver is known as the trigger guard. This part of the firearm is specifically designed to prevent accidental discharge by covering and shielding the trigger from unintended access. By doing so, it ensures that only deliberate action by the shooter can engage the trigger and fire the weapon.

The trigger guard also provides a grip area for the fingers, helping the shooter maintain control while handling the firearm. Its design is crucial for safety, particularly in scenarios where the revolver may be worn or carried in a manner that increases the risk of it being bumped or jostled.

In contrast, terms like grip safety refer to a mechanism that requires a part of the shooter's hand to be in contact with the grip to enable the firearm to fire, while a recoil shield relates to an enclosure that helps absorb the energy from the firearm's recoil, usually found on some rifles or shotguns. The trigger area is also not a specific term used to describe any part of a revolver related to trigger protection.