A breech-screw. B breech-screw stud. C carrier. D carrier hinge bolt. E sleeve. F nut vent axial, with anti-friction washer. G washer vent axial. H spring vent axial. J box slide "A". K lock electric and percussion "F". L catch retaining breech-screw open. M link breech-screw, part 1. M' Link breech-screw, part II. N llink pinnion. O lever breech mechanism. P lever shot guide. Q guide shot. R vent axial. S Extractor. T pad obturator with discs. U lug lever breech mechanism. V adjustable bush and catch retaining lever breech mechanism. W bracket safety, lever breech mechanism. X hook supporting cable. Click image to return to article Breech Mechanisms in Rifled Ordnance (The Gun) | History index | Home |