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functioning the slide to fire the gun} was thought of as a
positive feature and was advertised by Colt 100 years ago.
It is is not recommended, or warranted for safety reasons.
This is a capability of your Lightning Rifle as designed by
the Colt Company in 1884. However, any tampering with
the spring weights or sear surfaces may lead to a dangerous
condition and may render the rifle inoperable. No warranty
is implied or expressed when operated in this manner. It is
unsafe gun handling and not responsible behavior. Practice
proper safety - always wear eye and ear protection.
Material for Shooting
Factory, New, Commercially Manufactured
Ammunition in New Condition.
The ammunition to be used in these rifles is strictly to be
Factory new ammunition and not re-loaded or old outdated
ammunition.
The caliber of your Lightning Rifle is listed on the top of the
barrel near the frame. The caliber of the carbine is listed on
the side of the barrel. This designation is the only type of
ammunition to be used in your rifle.
Please follow ammunition manufacturers guidelines for the
safe storage, disposal, and care or your ammunition. Only
high quality new ammunition should be used in this fire arm.
Use of wrong, old, or re-loaded ammunition can bring your