Manual

W A R N I N G !
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. When fired, all revolvers have “side blast” or “cylinder blast” which
is the discharge of hot gas and particles through the clearance gap between the
cylinder and the rear of the barrel. These particles of lead, powder grains or
lubricants are projected broadly sideways at high speeds and thus, can injure
any person who is too close to the revolver. When firing any revolver, always be
certain that nothing—including either of your hands—is in the path of the hot gas
and particles which are discharged from the front and sides of the cylinder. When
firing, do not rest your revolver against your hand, legs or body where the muzzle
or cylinder blast can hit you. Always keep the side of the revolver away from you
or bystanders. Keep people behind and away from you while firing.
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 loss and hearing impairment can occur with
only one moment of non-protection.
NEVER quick-draw a loaded revolver and never fan the hammer of this revolver.
Quick-draws and fanning are dangerous to you and others. They are also abusive
to the firearm and will void the warranty.
DECOCKING THE REVOLVER
W A R N I N G !
Use EXTREME CARE when attempting to decock the revolver as the thumb
slipping during this process can result in an accidental discharge if the trigger is
held to the rear and the hammer falls.
W A R N I N G !
ALWAYS keep the revolver pointed in a safe direction.
If the revolver is cocked and you wish to decock the revolver without firing it,
proceed as follows:
1) Make certain that the revolver is pointed in a safe direction.
2) Make certain both hands are dry and not impeded in any way—gloves,
bandages, cold, etc.
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