A type of breech mechanism found on certain breechloaders, such as the 1873 Springfield. Locking on this action is accomplished by a cam located at the rear of the breechblock that fits into a mating recess. Refer to Action – Trap Door Action.
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A type of breech mechanism found on certain breechloaders, such as the 1873 Springfield. Locking on this action is accomplished by a cam located at the rear of the breechblock that fits into a mating recess. Refer to Action – Trap Door Action.
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