Staple __: upholsterer's tool (3)

I believe the answer is:

gun

(Other definitions for gun that I've seen before include "Hand weapon" , "An offensive weapon" , "Throttle" , "What has barrel" , "Firearm" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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