Manual

WARNING - ALTERATIONS
DO NOT ALTER ANY GUN
Locking Devices 5 Handling 18
Alterations 8 Unloading 21
Manual Safety 12 Malfunctions 23
Safety 12 Disassembly 24
Ammunition 13 Lubrication 31
Lead Exposure 13 Storage 32
Slide Retraction 16 Shipping 33
Firing 16 Parts Purchasers 35
FIREARMS ARE DANGEROUS WEAPONS -
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
IN THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND
CAREFULLY BEFORE USING.
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.
GENERAL INFORMATION AND
MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS
The RUGER
®
SR1911
TM
pistol features a titanium firing pin and has no
firing pin block, often referred to as a Series 70 design. Other safety features are
a beavertail style grip safety and thumb safety. Both the thumb safety and slide
stop lever are extended for improved positive manipulation under all conditions.
A visual inspection port permits visual inspection of the chamber to determine if
the pistol is loaded.
The single-action .45 Auto SR1911
TM
features a standard five-inch stainless
steel barrel and bushing in a bead blasted stainless steel frame and slide. Slide
serrations are located on each side near the rear and the three-dot sight system
features a Novak lo-mount carry rear sight and standard front sight, both in
Colt-style dovetails.
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WARNINGS OF GREAT IMPORTANCE ARE
FOUND ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES:
OTHER CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS APPEAR
THROUGHOUT THE MANUAL.