Manual

FIREARMS ARE DANGEROUS WEAPONS–

READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS

MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE USING.

GENERAL INFORMATION

AND MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS

The RUGER

SP101

revolver is a double-action firearm which embodies

many features found in the famous RUGER

GP100

and RUGER

SUPER REDHAWK

revolvers. The unique frame extension permits the use

of full wrap-around style grips of any desired configuration. This feature reduces

overall weight and contributes to a desirable muzzle of heaviness. The crane and

cylinder assembly of the SP101 revolver lock directly into the frame, both at the

rear of the cylinder and at the front of the crane. The ejector serves only as an

ejector – it does not rotate with the cylinder. All of this mechanism is readily

WARNING–ALTERATIONS

This product was designed to

function properly in its original

condition. Alterations can make it

unsafe. Do not alter any part or add

or substitute parts or accessories

not made by Sturm, Ruger & Co. Inc.

DO NOT ALTER ANY GUN

WARNINGS OF GREAT IMPORTANCE ARE

FOUND ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES:

Locking Devices 6 Cylinder Interlock 14

Alterations 8 Firing 16

Lead Exposure 10 Disassembly 19

Ammunition 11 Lubrication 22

Double-Action Only 12 Storage 23

Handling 13 Parts Purchasers 26

OTHER CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS APPEAR

THROUGHOUT THE MANUAL.