SELF-LOADER

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An action in which each pull of the trigger results in a complete firing cycle from discharge through reloading. It is necessary that the trigger be released and pulled for each firing cycle. Also called Autoloader or Self-Loader. For Blowback Operated: See Blowback Action. See Delayed Blowback Action. For Recoil Operated: See Recoil Operated Action. For Gas Operated Action: See Gas Operated Action. For Inertia Operated: See Inertia Operated Action