Manual

06.01 – US9 –
Mauser M2
Handling the Pistol
Procedure
1. Point the pistol in a safe direction.
2. Insert full magazine 52 and check that it engages.
3. Release pistol safety (external safety models only).
4. Draw back slide 4 to the stop and allow it to fly forward.
– The pistol is loaded and ready for firing with half-cocked
(double action only) trigger.
– See also loaded chamber indicator.
5.5 Loading the pistol (ready to fire)
Never load or unload the pistol inside a vehicle, inside
a building or other confined space (except in a designated
firing range or a safe area).
Before loading, always wipe off any excess grease and oil
and check that there is no obstruction in the bore of the
barrel 1.
Always keep the muzzle of the pistol pointed in a safe
direction.
Do not place your finger on trigger 21, but outside of the
trigger guard.
Do not load the pistol until immediately before shooting.
Never rely on safety mechanisms. They are never a
substitute for careful and correct handling of the pistol.
Never let a loaded pistol out of your hands.
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