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<p>The <b>cocking handle</b>, also known as <b>charging handle</b> or <b>bolt handle</b>, is a device on a firearm which, when manipulated, results in the <a href="page.php?w=bolt_%28firearms%29">bolt</a> being pulled to the rear, putting the <a href="page.php?w=hammer_%28firearms%29">hammer</a>/<a href="page.php?w=firing_pin">striker</a> into a <a href="page.php?w=spring_%28device%29">spring</a>-loaded ("cocked") "ready and set" position, allowing the operator to open the breech and eject any spent/unwanted <a href="page.php?w=cartridge_%28firearms%29">cartridge</a>/<a href="page.php?w=shotgun_shell">shell</a></p><p>
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