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breechblock [′brēch‚bläk]
(ordnance)
A movable steel block in the mechanism of a breech-loading gun that seals the breech opening of the barrel during firing.
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Inspect the bolt immediately for abnormal wear in the breech block slot.
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Inside, you'll find a solid steel breech block insert, a steel barrel, and a steel striker-type firing mechanism for plenty of strength where it's needed.
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