A boxlock action is a gun design where the lock mechanism is concealed inside the receiver (traditionally in slots) and ‘self-cocking’ is achieved on opening.

From a stock makers perspective, a boxlock action is superior to a side lock action as less wood needs to be removed from the stock.

guns that use a boxlock action:

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Footnotes / Sources:

“Glossary ⇒.” Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute. Ed. SAAMI’s Technical Committee. Web. 15-18 Jan. 2011.

 

Question:

• Do you know of a gun that uses a boxlock action?