dog catches

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Scope note
Firearm safety catches found on dog locks, consisting of small pivoted hooks located behind the cock which engage in a notch in the cock's heel to hold it at half cock, enabling the firearm to be safely carried ready-loaded and primed.
dog catches
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024