Breech-lock

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A breech lock is a system for mounting camera lenses to camera bodies. The lens is attached to the camera by means of a rotating ring which is used to tighten the lens to the camera by friction. Other methods for mounting a lens to a camera include bayonet mount or thread mounts. A breech lock can also be used to mount firearms.
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