About The Word Firing pin
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Firing pin
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What's The Definition Of Firing pin?
[n] striker that ignites the charge by striking the primer
Synonyms | Synonyms for Firing pin: Related Terms | Find terms related to Firing pin: See Also | firearm | piece | small-arm | striker Firing pin In Webster's Dictionary \Fir"ing pin`\
In the breech mechanism of a firearm, the pin which strikes
the head of the cartridge and explodes it.
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