Figure 1 is a side view of Marston's breech loading rifle ; figure 2 a like view of a breech loading pistol ; figure 3 is an inside view of an improved gun-lock ; figure 4 is an interior view ...

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Advancements in rifle technology continued with the introduction of metallic cartridges in the 19th century and further with ...

Erskine S. Allin developed this breech-loading rifle at the Springfield Armory; it used a .45-70 cartridge. This rifle had a breech-loading mechanism that was opened by a hinged lever resembling a ...