Manual

18
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.
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 30a.
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. At that instant, slowly permit the hammer
(STILL SECURE UNDER YOUR THUMB) to move forward to its resting
position against the frame. See Figure 30b.
Practice this important gun handling skill with an unloaded revolver until you have
developed the proper control and touch to safely decock your revolver. The key to
safe decocking is having the weight of the revolver controlled with one hand, while
the thumb and forefinger of the “shooting hand” control the hammer and trigger.
CYLINDER REMOVAL OR REPLACEMENT:
W A R N I N G !
Never attempt to remove or replace a loaded cylinder.
1) Following the previous instructions to unload the revolver.
2) Follow the previous instructions to move the hammer to the second notch.
Figure 30b
Figure 30a