Grip safety
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In firearm terms, a grip safety is a button, lever or other device situated on the grip of a weapon which must be actuated by the operator's hand in order for the weapon to fire. The intention is to prevent accidental discharges through dropping the weapon or snagging the trigger on clothing etc.
Firearms with a grip safety
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