Instruction manual

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A BRIEF ACCOUNT OF AN EXTRAORDINARY
ACHIEVEMENT: RUGER FIREARMS
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc., had its beginning in a small machine
shop occupying a rented frame building in Southport, Connecticut. In
January, 1949, with an initial investment of only $50,000 and an idea,
William B. Ruger and Alexander M. Sturm started production of a .22
caliber autoloading pistol–a design which was so successful that it
became the cornerstone upon which one of the most comprehensive
lines of sporting firearms ever made in America was established. After
Alex Sturm’s death in 1951, William B. Ruger continued to direct the
Company until his death in 2002. William B. Ruger, Jr. continued to
provide guidance, which helped make this Company a sound and
successful enterprise, until his retirement in 2006. The Company has
continued to prosper, under new management and guidance from our
Board, with new products and fresh perspectives.
Ruger, in this relatively short time, has established itself as a leading
small arms design organization, developing a unique and broad line of
fine quality sporting, military and police firearms to become one of the
world’s most famous producers of revolvers, pistols, rifles and shotguns.
Since 1949 Ruger craftsmen have built many millions of firearms.
During its five decades of growth and progress under the leadership of
William B. Ruger, the Company developed a business philosophy and
implemented policies which represent a constructive influence in the
life of modern America. From the beginning, Ruger played a positive
role in conservation efforts and has supported the interests of shooters
through such groups as the National Rifle Association, National
Shooting Sports Foundation, and many regional sportsmen’s
organizations.
The Company has always endeavored to market its firearms for
constructive and recreational purposes, to emphasize the traditional
aspects of shooting, to render meaningful public services and to
encourage shooters in constructive, responsible, and safe participation
in the shooting sports. Its motto, “Arms Makers For Responsible
Citizens,” exemplifies this Company philosophy.
Today, Ruger is particularly mindful of those elements which have
contributed to the creation of its success, and extends heartfelt thanks to
its many loyal employees and customers.
A current catalog of Ruger firearms is available free upon request to
Ruger, Southport, CT 06890