trap-platen. the hinged lid of the trap in a musket or rifle stock (see 9a).
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shaft1626
side plate1680
pistol hand1702
club1720
heel plate1753
break-off1804
shoulder-butt1810
pistol-butt1814
rifle butt1826
pistol grip1841
nose cap1844
trap1844
trap-plate1844
receiver1851
bump1852
furniture1852
bend1859
comb1867
fore-end1881
furniture-pin1881
grip1881
1844 Queen's Regulations & Orders Army 106 New brass trap plate and joint fitted to rifle.