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Breech action
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What's The Definition Of Breech action?Synonyms | Synonyms for Breech action: Related Terms | Find terms related to Breech action: See Also | Breech action In Webster's Dictionary \Breech action\
The breech mechanism in breech-loading small arms and certain
special guns, as automatic and machine guns; -- used
frequently in referring to the method by which the movable
barrels of breech-loading shotguns are locked, unlocked, or
rotated to loading position.
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