Firing mechanism for polymer weapon apparatus

Details Firing mechanism for polymer weapon apparatus Firing mechanism for polymer weapon apparatus

1989-03-10

1990-08-14

Bentley, Stephen C.

Ordnance

Automatic

Firing device operation or control

89148, F41C 1700, F41C 1900

Patent

active

049477307

ABSTRACT:
A structure for a weapon apparatus that can be made of polymer materials is provided. In addition to many novel features, including a counter-torque muzzle cap, an operating handle and gas-operated link, this weapon apparatus has a unique firing mechanism as specifically claimed herein. The firing mechanism comprises a trigger bar having a cantilever-shaped release spring for biasing the trigger bar forward and an upwardly extending disconnector protruding into the path of the hammer. A rotating safety to lock the sear mechanism is also provided.

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Materials Selector, Mid-Oct. 1965, p. 239.

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