Safety mechanisms

A very important feature of the gun is the safety mechanisms. They will decrease the number of accidental gun casualties. The Colt 1911 has 3 safety features. The first one is located inside the grip, it blocks the backwards movement from the trigger by blocking it. When the grip safety is pushed the part that blocks the trigger will rotate out of the way enabling the trigger to pass.

The second safety is the most know, the thumb safety. This feature blocks the sear from rotating out of the way. By blocking the sear the hammer will not be able to be released, so it is impossible to fire.

The last safety is located inside the barrel, and is designed to prevent firing when the gun would fall on the ground with the muzzle. The safety blocks the firing pin from passing, only when the trigger is squeezed the safety will release the firing pin.