safety

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Sometimes referred to as the "safety button" or "catch," on a firearm the safety, when engaged, prevents the firearm from accidentally firing. In order to discharge a round, the safety must be disengaged, enabling the firing mechanism to work.

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"The loaded chamber indicator of a Ruger SR9 compact" by Richard31585 is licensed under Public Domain.

Published Works: 
The Blessing Way (1970)
The Ghostway (1984)
Term Type: 
Human Environment