Manual

Firing Pin Lock
The Firing Pin Lock engages the firing pin to prevent its movement until the
trigger is squeezed. Housed in the slide, the Firing Pin Lock is spring loaded
into engagement with the firing pin to prevent it striking the cartridge primer.
Squeezing the trigger disengages the Firing Pin Lock before the sear releases
the hammer to strike the firing pin and discharge the pistol. This safety device
minimizes the risk of accidental discharge through mishandling such as when a
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loaded pistol is dropped or receives a blow to the muzzle.
ili CAUTION: DO NOT CARRY YOUR PISTOL WITH THE HAMMER DOWN ON
A LIVE CARTRIDGE. To do so means you must lower the hammer. To lower
the hammer you must squeeze the trigger. When you squeeze the trigger
you disengage the firing pin lock. This is not a safe condition. Instead, we
urge you to follow the instructions in this manual. When you do, you can
enjoy the safe use of your pistol.
IMPORTANT: These safety devices are designed and installed in this pistol to
prevent accidental discharge. Of course, this Colt pistol is designed primarily
to discharge bullets, and it will do this efficiently when it is loaded and you
squeeze the trigger. Always expect the gun to fire when you squeeze the
trigger.
SAFETY DEPENDS ON YOU
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