

Both are generally activated by the strong-side hand’s thumb. Designs vary, but the two most common types are a latch or block that keeps the trigger/firing mechanism from moving or a device that disconnects the trigger from the firing mechanism.

It’s a switch/lever that can be flipped to “safe” it prevents the trigger from firing the pistol.
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Manual Safety: Manual safeties are the most common type of external safeties.The two most common types are manual and grip safeties. There’s also more than one type of external safety, and they tend to vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Still, there are some great reasons for having a gun with an external safety. Whether they use that feature or not is a very personal decision. Regardless, quite a few long-time and new gun owners choose pistols with manual safeties because it came with the gun when they bought it or it is just what they prefer. But many new concealed carriers feel more comfortable knowing an external safety is just one more step between their trigger finger and a negligent discharge.

Many savvy gun owners who have carried for years will tell you that you don’t need one. If you keep a loaded firearm where a child obtains and improperly uses it, you may be fined or sent to prison.External safeties are one of those hot topics that tend to be a “love them or hate them” argument. Prevent child access by always keeping guns locked away and unloaded when not in use. Children are attracted to and can operate firearms that can cause severe injuries or death. If there is anything you do not understand, seek advice from someone qualified in safe handling of firearms. For safety: before handling a firearm read, understand and follow instructions in the manual provided with firearm. You risk injury or death by mishandling firearms. For more information go to Lead Ammunitionĭischarging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning firearms, or handling ammunition may result in exposure to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. This product can expose you to chemicals including lead which is known to California consumers to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Springfield Armory® Provides the following general warning: The official name of Proposition 65 is the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986. Proposition 65 became law in November 1986, when California voters approved it by a 63-37 percent margin. This list, which must be updated at least once a year, has grown to include approximately 900 chemicals since it was first published in 1987. Proposition 65 requires California to publish a list of chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Proposition 65 also prohibits California businesses from knowingly discharging significant amounts of listed chemicals into sources of drinking water. By requiring that this information be provided, Proposition 65 enables Californians to make informed decisions about their exposures to these chemicals. These chemicals can be in the products that Californians purchase, in their homes or workplaces, or that are released into the environment. Proposition 65 requires businesses to provide warnings to California consumers about significant exposures to chemicals that cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
