Manual

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. See Figure 31.

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 32.

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 33.

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.

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

Figure 31

Figure 32

Figure 33