MODEL: BIG BORE BOUNTY HUNTER Single Action Revolver WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL European American Armory Corp. 402 Richard Road Rockledge, Florida 3232955 (321) 639-4842 www.eaacorp.com E-mail: eaacorp@eaacorp.
Model: Big Bore Bounty Hunter Single Action Revolver WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS MODEL NUMBER BARREL LENGTH CALIBERS Bounty Hunter 357 Bounty Hunter 45 Bounty Hunter 44 4 1/2” or 7 1/2” 4 1/2” or 7 1/2” 4 1/2” or 7 1/2” .357 Mag. .45 Long Colt .44 Mag.
WARNING **YOU RISK PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH BY HANDLING THIS FIREARM** Before handling any firearm, make sure you know the safety procedures and most importantly, keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction. DO NOT USE THIS FIREARM FOR QUICK-DRAW. DO NOT FAN THE HAMMER AND DO NOT MODIFY OR ALTER ANY PART OF THIS FIREARM. Before handling this firearm, read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual. Always keep this manual with the firearm.
Type Of Ammunition To Be Used It is suggested that high quality commercially manufactured ammunition be used in this firearm. Avoid military surplus or old ammunition as it may not fire with sufficient force to expel the projectile from the barrel. The use of reloaded, Super-Vel, +P, high pressure or hand-loaded ammunition can be dangerous and will void the warranty.
FOLLOWING THESE SAFETY RULES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE OR THE LIFE OF SOMEONE ELSE Get competent firearms instruction in safe handling before using this firearm. Please ask your dealer for names of qualified instructors near you. All guns are extremely dangerous if carelessly handled or used. Remember that the firearm user is the primary “safety” and that reliance on any mechanical safety device should never replace safe handling procedures.
FOLLOWING THESE SAFETY RULES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE OR THE LIFE OF SOMEONE ELSE Never leave a gun unattended or where it could fall. Store guns and ammunition separately beyond the reach of children. Make sure that they are properly secured so untrained individuals and children will be denied access to your guns and ammunition. Test your gun’s operation and safeties only at a shooting range while the firearm is pointed in a safe direction. Know your target and what is beyond.
FOLLOWING THESE SAFETY RULES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE OR THE LIFE OF SOMEONE ELSE shooter is loading, shooting and unloading. Spectators should wear protection for hearing and sight loss and they should avoid distracting those shooting their firearms. Never carry a handgun in your pocket, purse or tucked in a belt or waistband. Use a revolver case or a proper holster with a safety flap or strap. Never drop your gun. If you do drop it, unload it and check it for proper function before using it again.
Use the Security Lock Provided with your Revolver This revolver comes with a security lock to assist in protecting against unauthorized use. See Figure 1. The revolver must be unloaded when the security lock is in place on the revolver. WARNING: Using the security lock cannot substitute for securing your firearm and ammunition in separate, locked locations.
USED FIREARMS - Firearms are sometimes altered to work incorrectly, or parts may be removed, lost or replaced with incorrect parts. If you got your European American Armory Corp. firearm as a used gun, BEFORE USING IT you should take it to a good gunsmith who knows European American Armory Corp. firearms, and have him examine it. WRITE EUROPEAN AMERICAN ARMORY CORP.
any unburned powder grains from the bore, chambers and mechanism before resuming shooting. If the blockage can not be dislodged by tapping it with a cleaning rod, take the firearm to a gunsmith. W A R N I N G (EYE AND EAR PROTECTION) When shooting, full eye and ear protection is mandatory at all times. Shooters and spectators must wear shooting glasses and hearing protection to prevent eye injury and hearing loss. Vision and hearing impairment can occur with only one moment of non-protection.
revolver. See Figure 10. The cylinder contains six chambers. Note: While this revolver has a transfer bar safety and does not require an unloaded chamber under the hammer, European American Armory Corp. recommends that you keep one chamber empty in the cylinder and rest the hammer on that empty chamber. Loading Gate: The loading gate is located on the right side of the revolver behind the cylinder. See Figures 11a and 11b.
Grip: The grip is that portion of the revolver used by the shooter to grasp the revolver. See Figure 16. The Serial Number: The revolver’s serial number is located on the bottom front of the frame. Front Sight/Rear Sight: The sights are located on top of the barrel on the muzzle end and above and in front of the hammer. See Figures 17 and 18. Holster: A good quality, properly designed holster should be used for safe carrying of your revolver.
and barrel should be free of oil or grease or obstructions. See Figure 19. 3) After inspection, use two hands to control the revolver so that it does not fall from your grasp. Move the hammer to the loading position or second notch. See Figure 20. Swing out the cylinder loading gate and insert the cartridges while progressively revolving the cylinder. See Figure 21.
WARNING! Always make sure the revolver is pointed in a safe direction during any hammer or trigger movement. 2) Point the barrel down and keep the revolver pointed in a safe direction. See Figure 23b. Figure 23b 3) Move the hammer to the second notch. See Figure 24. Move the cylinder gate aside. Press the ejector rod, which enters the chamber and expels the cartridge or cartridge case. 4) Let the ejector thumb piece come back. Locate the next chamber before it and repeat the procedure.
effort to pull the trigger. Any situation where the trigger attains its rearward position and permits the transfer bar to be interposed between the hammer and the firing pin can cause the cartridge under the firing pin to discharge if the hammer falls or is struck. NEVER DROP OR STRIKE ANY REVOLVER—COCKED OR UNCOCKED. ALWAYS CARRY AND HANDLE THE REVOLVER IN SUCH A MANNER THAT THE HAMMER WILL NOT BE STRUCK.
pointed in a safe direction b) Follow the instructions above for unloading the revolver and c) With the revolver unloaded visually inspect the revolver for barrel blockage or damage. Then inspect the receiver of the revolver for damage before continuing. READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE FIRING THE REVOLVER.
WARNING! If you have never fired a revolver with Magnum cartridges, be aware that .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum cartridges have surprisingly more recoil and a firm grip is necessary. A novice shooter should be aware that the recoil of any handgun causes the muzzle of the gun to flip upward. The shooter need not be apprehensive but must be prepared. FIRING WARNING When firing any revolver, be sure that all spectators are a safe distance to the rear of the shooter.
3) Grasp the revolver (if right-handed) so that the thumb and forefinger of your left hand are firmly holding the frame, forward of the trigger guard. Thus, your left hand is in full control of the revolver. See Figure 29. 4) Place your right thumb firmly on the hammer spur. With your thumb securely in control of the hammer, squeeze the trigger only enough to permit the hammer to break free of the trigger.
inserted when the release pops out to its locked position. MANUFACTURER’S WARNING: This firearm was manufactured to properly perform with the original parts as designed. It is your duty to make sure any parts you buy are correctly installed and that neither replacements nor originals are altered or changed. Your gun is a complex tool with many parts that must relate correctly to other parts for safe and accurate operation.
H) A gun should be cleaned after firing. In addition, external parts should be wiped with an oiled cloth after handling. A light oil is ordinarily all that is necessary in cleaning if the gun has not been fired or fired very little. If a gun is used frequently, it must be cleaned after each firing and regularly serviced by a professional gunsmith. If the gun has been stored, remove all excess oil and/or grease before firing.
Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year from date of original retail purchase. Consequential or incidental damages and/or expenses, or any other expenses are not covered by this warranty. To obtain warranty performance send your firearm with proof of retail purchase, freight prepaid to: European American Armory Corp.
BIG BORE BOUNTY HUNTER PARTS LIST 901. Barrel 904. Frame 905. Gate 906. Front Sight 907. Ejector Tube Spacer 567A. Recoil Plate 655Z. Firing Pin 910. Gate Detent 911. Gate Screw 567. Recoil Cup 913. Hammer Screw 914K. Trigger 915. Bolt & Cylinder Stop 916. Trigger Screw 917. Bolt Screw 918. Bolt Screw Spring 919. Gate Spring 921. Sear & Bolt Spring 922K. Ejector Rod 923. Ejector Tube 924. Ejector Tube Screw 925. Base Pin Release Screw 926. Rear Trigger Guard Screw 927. Front Trigger Guard Screw 928.
! WARNING Children are attracted to and can operate firearms that can cause severe injuries or death. Prevent child access by always keeping guns locked away and unloaded when not in use. If you keep a loaded firearm where a child obtains and improperly uses it, you may be fined or sent to prison. ! ADVERTENCIA A los ninos los atroen las armaside de fuego y los pueden hacer funcionar. Ellos pueden causarses lesiones graves y la muerte.
