1 definition by Uncle Solly

ramrod

A metal or wooden device used with early firearms to push the projectile up against the propellant. (typically gunpower)

Additional tools could be added to the ramrod, for uses such as cleaning out the barrel or removing a jammed bullet.

Using a ramrod, the soldier forcefully secured the charge in the back of his musket's barrel.

by Uncle Solly September 29, 2015