[Hulka]

I'd like to know what kind of weapon, as the weapon would normally only fire if the trigger is held in the aft position when the hammer falls.

I think most weapons, especially modern handguns, unless the trigger is held, the firing pin is retained or blocked. Free-floating firing pins are old and not in use today.

Remember, the cowboy of old with his western six-shooter didn't have a round in the chamber because it might go off if the hammer was hit.

If the free-floating firing pin was still a factor, then people today would not have a round in the chamber under the hammer.

Something doesn't sound right. . .but maybe the firearm experts here in FR may be able to offer more info.

[going hot]

Guy was bored, so he tied a string to the trigger and used the pistol as a yoyo. He was trying to walk the dog when it went off.