Manual

MAINTENANCE OF STAINLESS STEEL RIFLES

Firearms and components made of stainless steel are relatively more resistant to

corrosion than those of blued steel. However, in the interest of proper operation

and long life of a stainless steel firearm, inspect it frequently and clean, lubricate

and apply an appropriate rust preventative.

Sometimes discoloration occurs from perspiration or from contact with some

types of gun cases. Rusting may occur as a result of the firearm being exposed to

moisture, salt air or chemicals.

Minor discoloration can usually be removed by rubbing the stainless area with an

abrasive ink eraser, crocus cloth, or a “metal polishing” compound. When using

any of these abrasives, proceed with care and use light pressure to achieve a

blending of “color” with those areas that are not discolored. Do NOT

use abrasives

on the clear coating of the aluminum alloy trigger housing.

External surfaces most subject to rusting from handling, or from exposure to the

elements should be cleaned and wiped dry after use or after exposure to adverse

conditions. If the rifle is to be stored, coat it with a light film of oil or preserva-

tive. Where the rifle is in continuing use, and the presence of oil or grease would

be objectionable, then the external surfaces can be coated (after cleaning and

drying) with a paste wax formulated for use on metals. Apply the wax sparingly,

allow time for it to dry hard, then buff lightly with a soft cloth. When applying

the wax, take care that it does not get into the mechanism or on the functioning

parts or in the bore.

ATTACHING RUGER SCOPE RINGS

Each Ruger telescope ring is a mated assembly of a top and a base. Do not mix

the parts of the two ring assemblies as they are not interchangeable. On the

underside of each mounting ring assembly there is an integral lug located off

center with respect to the front and back sides of the mount. The lug is nearer to

the front surface. By reference to the lug, the mounting can be correctly assem-

bled with the front of the ring toward the muzzle of the rifle.