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Lock care - remove the flint when working the lock by hand

Remove the flint when manually working the lock, because it is sharp. Reinstall the flint before tripping or firing the lock.

Category: Parts & ComponentsTopics: LockLast verified: 2026-07-31Also called: lock, flintlock, frizzen, cock, tumbler, sear, mainspring

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