30-6 Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 Always trying to learn can someone answer this question for me. I know on a shotgun the gun can "fire" whether the safety is on or off, as long as the sears disengage. Is it the same on a rifle (CZ 452 rimfire), or is the set up different so if the safety is applied the rifle cannot "fire". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B725 Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 None of my guns fire with the saftey on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunybasher1000 Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 wot would b the point in a safety that didnt stop a gun goin off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matone Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 You should never rely on a safety catch ! It only stops the triggers from being pulled on a shotgun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChAoS Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 For the most part, safety catches just stop you pulling the trigger. If it's got a round in the breech, then it ain't "safe". Regards, Mark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodcock1 Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 I understand what the OP means with regards to a gun going off with the safety applied ie if it is dropped or subject to a shock or jolt. The safety only stops the triggers from being pulled on a shotgun. It does not mean its safe. I am not sure about rifles sorry but would treat it the same anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matone Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 On the CZ rimfire, the safety cams back the firing pin,I guess this has to be a more certain method of making it safe but it still pays to rely on safe handling rather than any mechanism. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30-6 Posted February 11, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 Bunnybasher1000 If you read my question and understand what i'm asking, then read your answer and realise how STUPID it is, perhaps you'll think about giving STUPID replies. Look at a shotgun's action with the stock removed and see how it can discharge with SAFETY ON OR OFF in the right circumstances, e.g. if it's dropped. Your little yellow smileys makes your smart **** answer even more STUPID. If ever you have the misfortune to stand next to someone with a shotgun that discharges upon being re-loaded and closed, WITH SAFETY AUTOMATICALLY APPLIED as the gun was opened, you'll learn a lot in seconds. To all the sensible answers THANK YOU. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wymberley Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 "A safety catch is a mechanical device that sometimes fails to work." There's a couple of members that have hopefully got intercepting sears in their guns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodcock1 Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 I had an intercepting sear break inside the action of my side by side a few years ago which caused the gun to go off when the action was closed. Safety on. It wakens you up and make you realize just why you be so careful at all times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wymberley Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 I had an intercepting sear break inside the action of my side by side a few years ago which caused the gun to go off when the action was closed. Safety on. It wakens you up and make you realize just why you be so careful at all times. An intercepting sear is a mechanical................ Flippin' 'eck, that must have been a half a crown-sixpence moment! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SSS Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 Bunnybasher1000 If you read my question and understand what i'm asking, then read your answer and realise how STUPID it is, perhaps you'll think about giving STUPID replies. Look at a shotgun's action with the stock removed and see how it can discharge with SAFETY ON OR OFF in the right circumstances, e.g. if it's dropped. Your little yellow smileys makes your smart **** answer even more STUPID. If ever you have the misfortune to stand next to someone with a shotgun that discharges upon being re-loaded and closed, WITH SAFETY AUTOMATICALLY APPLIED as the gun was opened, you'll learn a lot in seconds. To all the sensible answers THANK YOU. Someone's tired Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrapFiller Posted February 12, 2013 Report Share Posted February 12, 2013 Someone's tired Or drunk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thepasty Posted February 12, 2013 Report Share Posted February 12, 2013 or needs a drink... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted February 12, 2013 Report Share Posted February 12, 2013 Or simply voicing his annoyance at a stupid and pointless post from Bunybasher1000! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted February 12, 2013 Report Share Posted February 12, 2013 It don't matter how it works things can still go T up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30-6 Posted February 12, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 12, 2013 Spot on TIGHTCHOKE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bewsher500 Posted February 12, 2013 Report Share Posted February 12, 2013 it depends entirely on the action some rifle safeties are built into the bolt, some into the trigger some stop the sear, some stop the cocking piece some lock the spring and pin itself some allow removal of bolt with safety on, some dont It makes it safER not SAFE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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