Half Stock.—A gun stock that does not extend the full length of the barrel.
Hammer.—That part of the gun-lock that strikes the plunger or cap, or other form of ignition. See cock.
Hammer-Gun.—A gun whose lock works with a hammer.
Hammerless Gun.—A gun whose arrangements for setting off the ignition are contained inside the breech mechanism, and not visible when the arm is ready for use.
Handle.—See grip.
Hazel Nut.—A small shrub growing abundantly in many portions of the United States. The Corylus of botanists, divided into two species, Americana and Rostrata.
Head.—In a gun stock, the part where the breech end of the barrel rests against.
Heel Plate.—The metal piece terminating the breech end of a gun stock.
Hind Sight.—The sight upon the barrel, nearest the breech.
Hinge Pin.—A pin fixed in the action on which the barrel plays.