Manual

removable without tools and dismantles, along with the cylinder/crane group,
into a small number of subassemblies for inspection and cleaning (See Figure 1).
The internal parts are installed either through the top or bottom of the grip-
frame; therefore, no side plate is needed. The resulting double solid frame
contributes greatly to the extraordinary strength and reliability of these
revolvers.
The RUGER
®
SP101
®
revolver has a transfer bar which is connected directly
to the trigger. The transfer-bar safety system provides that the hammer blow can
be transmitted to the firing pin only when the trigger is pulled all the way to the
rear. This is a positive internal safety feature.
NOMENCLATURE
9
FRONT SIGHT
MUZZLE
EJECTOR ROD
CYLINDER
TRIGGER GUARD
PISTOL GRIP
INSERT
GRIP SCREW
CRANE LATCH
HAMMER PIVOT
ASSEMBLY
HAMMER
BARREL
TRIGGER
FRAME
FRONT SIGHT
HAMMER STRUT, MAINSPRING,
& MAINSPRING SEAT
HAMMER ASSEMBLY
GRIP SCREW
HAMMER PIVOT ASSEMBLY
PISTOL GRIP
GRIP PANEL
LOCATOR
TRIGGER GUARD
ASSEMBLY
CYLINDER/CRANE
ASSEMBLY
DISASSEMBLY PIN
Figure 1.
Figure 2.
Despite their many highly desirable features, Ruger revolvers–as with all
firearms–must at all times be handled with strict attention to correct safety
practices, and be inspected frequently to assure the gun is working properly.