Firing mechanism for a muzzle-loaded rifle
US5722193A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 25, 1996 |
| Grant date | Mar 3, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 25, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF41C9/08
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A firing mechanism having an action housing whose rotation simultaneously cocks the weapon and engages the safety. The rotation also provides access to a nipple that supports a percussion cap ignitor that is positioned underneath the weapon so that the exhaust gases are propelled downwardly and the ignitor cap is protected from the weather. The trigger pull force and distance can be individually adjusted to the preferences of the firer.
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