Transformation Muzzle Loader to Breech Loader

Transformation Muzzle Loader to Breech Loader

Transformation Muzzle Loader to Breech Loader
Milbank-Amsler Rifle 1867, Switzerland
Conception of Milbank-Amsler Breech Lock
In the year 1867, Professor Jakob AmslerLaffon of Schaffhausen, Switzerland developed a lock mechanism based on the
American patent by Milbank. Instead of
the breech plug, a swivel plug was installed on the barrel. This swivel block has a
horizontal rotation axis at a right angle to
the barrel. The swivel block contains a
firing pin without a return spring. The
hammer of the former percussion lock has
a groove in the face to match the firing
pin. When firing, the hammer hits the
firing pin and ignites the rim fire cartridge.
Milbank-Amsler Breech Lock, ca. 1867, Front View
Milbank-Amsler Breech Lock, ca. 1867, Rear View
Milbank-Amsler Infantry Rifle, M1867
Cross Section of Milbank-Amsler Breech Lock
Hammer
Tumbler
Ignition Pin
Bridle
Swivel Plug
Barrel
Trigger Spring
Trigger Bar
Lock Plate
Trigger
Safety Catch
Cocking Catch
Main Spring
Loading Rifle
Breech lock in release condition
Hammer secured in security catch
Open swivel plug
Open swivel plug
Insert cartridge
Insert cartridge
Insert cartridge
Insert cartridge
Close breech lock
Firing the Rifle
Fully cock the hammer
Operate trigger
Hammer strikes towards the firing pin
Hammer hits the firing pin
Impact on fulminate rim ignites cartridge
Bang !!
End