Pedersen device

English

Etymology

Developed by John Pedersen (arms designer).

Noun

Pedersen device (plural Pedersen devices)

  1. (firearms) An experimental weapon attachment for the M1903 Springfield bolt action rifle that allowed it to fire a .30 caliber (7.62 mm) pistol-type cartridge in semi-automatic mode.
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