Disablement mechanism for a firearm
US6269576A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 9, 1999 |
| Grant date | Aug 7, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 9, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF41C23/10
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A mechanism for disabling a firearm is provided. The disablement mechanism includes a body positionable to contact a portion of the hammer spring assembly in order to prevent the hammer from being moved to its cocked position. The disablement mechanism is also positionable to prevent the hammer from firing a cartridge when the hammer is released from its cocked position.
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