firearm trigger
Sign in to saveAlso known as draw, airgun trigger, gun trigger, crossbow trigger, speargun trigger, harpoongun trigger, weapon trigger, trigger
mechanism that actuates the firing sequence of a firearm or other weapon when pushed down by a finger
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Trigger mechanism in a bolt action rifle: (A) trigger, (B) sear, (C) striker spring, (D) striker. Thompson submachine gun trigger
A trigger is a mechanism that actuates the function of a ranged weapon such as a firearm, airgun, crossbow, or speargun. The word may also be used to describe a switch that initiates the operation of other non-shooting devices such as a trap, a power tool, or a quick release. A small amount of energy applied to the trigger leads to the release of much more energy.
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