Manual

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Be A Safe Shooter.
ACCIDENT (ak´ si dent) N. 1. An unintentional or
unexpected happening that is undesirable or
unfortunate, especially one resulting in injury, damage,
harm or loss.
Don’t be the cause of an accident.
A responsible gun owner is safety minded and always
handles guns in a safe manner by following the basic
rules of safe shooting and by using common sense in
the handling of a firearm.
Store firearms unloaded, locked, and in a secure place.
Keep keys for locks separate from lock and in secure
place away from children. Keep firearms out of reach
of children. You are responsible for children’s safety.
Be A Responsible Gun Owner.
• Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.
• Never point a gun at any person or thing you do
not intend to shoot.
• Do not drop your gun. If it falls, it may fire even
with the safety on. If you do drop it, unload it and
examine it to be sure it works correctly. Do not
attempt to fire it again until you have completed this
safety check.
• Never put your hand over the muzzle of the gun.
• Keep your finger(s) off the trigger and out of the
trigger guard until you are actually aiming at your
target, ready to shoot.
SAFETY RULES
READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE SAFETY RULES
TREAT EVERY GUN AS IF IT WAS LOADED...ALL THE TIME.
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• Never rely on a gun’s “safety” to protect you from
unsafe gun handling. A safety is only a mechanical
device, not a substitute for common sense.
• When the gun is loaded and cocked, always keep
the thumb safety on until you are ready to fire.
• Be sure of your target and backstop before you
shoot. Ask yourself what your bullet will hit if it
misses or goes through the target.
• Before shooting, be sure the barrel is clear of
obstructions, including excessive oil and grease.
BE A RESPONSIBLE GUN OWNER!
• If anything does get into the barrel, remove
cartridges, and clean bore immediately, before
attempting to shoot. Obstructed barrels can burst and
injure you or bystanders.
• Never let water, snow, mud or other materials enter
the barrel.
• Never pull a gun toward you by the muzzle.
• Do not climb a tree, cross a fence or ditch, or jump
over an object with a loaded gun.
• Always hold your gun so you control the direction of
its muzzle in case you fall or stumble.
Model 1911-A1 Pistols are classified firearms and dangerous
weapons. Injury or death to you or others may result from
unsafe or improper use.