Manual

Notes on the .44-40/44 Mag. Super Blackhawk Convertible (this model no longer

in production): Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk convertible revolvers using

the cylinder chambered for the .44-40 cartridge can use all factory loadings of

this ammunition both regular and high speed. Do not use any other ammunition

in the .44-40 cylinder. The .44 magnum cylinder can use all factory loadings of

the .44 magnum cartridges and .44 special cartridges.

Notes on Revolvers Chambered for 9mm or .30 Carbine: Because 9mm

cartridges are manufactured worldwide for use in pistols, revolvers, and

submachine guns, it is possible to encounter cartridges which, when fired,

develop pierced primers. If this occurs, discontinue the use of the particular

brand or type of ammunition. The possibility of a pierced primer is another

compelling reason why a shooter should always wear protective glasses to shield

his eyes. Use only metal jacketed bullets in 9mm and .30 Carbine revolvers.

When a lead bullet is fired, its base expands and a ring of lead is shaved off and

deposited in the shoulder area of the chamber. A build-up of lead rings can

prevent proper chambering of cartridges because 9mm and .30 Carbine cartridge

mouths seat on the chamber shoulders.

When firing a regular .30 Carbine cartridge with a metal jacketed bullet, a ring of

brass is sometimes clipped from the mouth of the cartridge case. This ring can

lodge in the chamber shoulder and prevent full chambering of a subsequent

cartridge. For the reasons noted above, revolver chambers should be cleaned

regularly and chamber cleaning should be the first corrective action when

cartridges do not chamber properly.

HANDLING

CARRYING: Unlike “old model” single action revolvers, which should always be

carried with the hammer down on an empty chamber to prevent accidental

discharges caused by a blow to the hammer, the Ruger New Model Blackhawk &

Bisley may be carried with all chambers loaded. When the hammer and trigger

are fully forward at the same time, the transfer bar is lowered out of firing

position and the hammer rests directly on the frame, not on the firing pin.

WARNING –HANDLING

Any time the revolver is loaded, the

hammer is cocked and the trigger is

pulled and held to the rear, it will fire.

Cocking the gun or pulling the trigger

should only be done when you are ready

to fire immediately.

NEVER DROP OR STRIKE ANY

REVOLVER – COCKED OR UNCOCKED.

CARRY AND HANDLE THE REVOLVER

IN SUCH A MANNER THAT THE

HAMMER WILL NOT BE STRUCK.

NEVER CARRY ANY REVOLVER

WITH THE HAMMER

COCKED.