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INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR RUGER ® NEW MODEL SINGLE SIX ® & BISLEY TM For Product Service on This Model Please Call: (603) 865-2442 (See p. 25) STURM, RUGER & Company, Inc. Southport, Connecticut 06490 U.S.A. THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHOULD ALWAYS ACCOMPANY THIS FIREARM AND BE TRANSFERRED WITH IT UPON CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP, OR WHEN THE FIREARM IS LOANED OR PRESENTED TO ANOTHER PERSON. XRN1, KXRN1, BRN & SSM/3-02 C R6 READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS FIREARM BLUED & STAINLESS STEEL SINGLE ACTION REVOLVERS CALIBERS .22 L.R., ,22 Magnum & .32 H&R !
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INSTRUCTIONMANUAL
FOR
RUGER®
NEW MODEL SINGLE SIX® & BISLEYTM
For Product Service on This Model Please Call:(603) 865-2442 (See p. 25)
STURM, RUGER & Company, Inc.Southport, Connecticut 06490 U.S.A.
THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHOULD ALWAYS ACCOMPANY THIS FIREARM AND BETRANSFERRED WITH IT UPON CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP, OR WHEN THE FIREARM IS LOANED OR
PRESENTED TO ANOTHER PERSON.
XRN1, KXRN1, BRN & SSM/3-02 CR6
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS ANDWARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL CAREFULLYBEFORE USING THIS FIREARM
BLUED &STAINLESS
STEEL
SINGLE ACTION REVOLVERS
CALIBERS.22 L.R., ,22 Magnum
& .32 H&R
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State-By-State WarningsCertain states require by law that their own specified warningnotices in larger-than-normal type be conspicuously includedby the manufacturer, distributor, or retail dealer with firearmssold in that state. Sturm, Ruger sells its products incompliance with applicable laws and regulations. Because ourproducts may be sold in these states, we include the following:
California:
Connecticut:“UNLAWFUL STORAGE OF A LOADED FIREARM MAYRESULT IN IMPRISONMENT OR FINE.”
Florida:“IT IS UNLAWFUL, AND PUNISHABLE BYIMPRISONMENT AND FINE, FOR ANY ADULT TOSTORE OR LEAVE A FIREARM IN ANY PLACE WITHINTHE REACH OR EASY ACCESS OF A MINOR UNDER 18YEARS OF AGE OR TO KNOWINGLY SELL OROTHERWISE TRANSFER OWNERSHIP OR POSSESSIONOF A FIREARM TO A MINOR OR A PERSON OFUNSOUND MIND.”
WARNING!
“Children are attracted to and canoperate firearms that can causesevere injuries or death. Preventchild access by always keepingguns locked away and unloadedwhen not in use. If you keep aloaded firearm where a childobtains and improperly uses it,you can be fined or sent to prison.”
ADVERTENCIA!
“A los niños los atraen las armasde fuego y las pueden hacerfuncionar. Ellos pueden causarseslesions graves y la muerte. Eviteque los niños tengan accesso a lasarmas de fuego guardándolassiempre con llave y descargadascuando no las esté utilizando. Siusted tiene un arma de fuegocargada en un lugar en que unniño tiene acceso a ella y la usaindebidamente, le pueden dar unamulta o enviarlo a la carcel.”
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Maine:“ENDANGERING THE WELFARE OF A CHILD IS ACRIME. IF YOU LEAVE A FIREARM AND AMMUNITIONWITHIN EASY ACCESS OF A CHILD, YOU MAY BESUBJECT TO FINE, IMPRISONMENT OR BOTH. KEEPFIREARMS AND AMMUNITION SEPARATE. KEEPFIREARMS AND AMMUNITION LOCKED UP. USETRIGGER LOCKS.”
Maryland:“WARNING: Children can operate firearms which may causedeath or serious injury. It is a crime to store or leave a loadedfirearm in any location where an individual knew or shouldhave known that an unsupervised minor would gain access tothe firearm. Store your firearm responsibly!”
Massachusetts:“WARNING FROM THE MASSACHUSETTS ATTORNEYGENERAL: This handgun is not equipped with a device thatfully blocks use by unauthorized users. More than 200,000firearms like this one are stolen from their owners every yearin the United States. In addition, there are more than athousand suicides each year by younger children andteenagers who get access to firearms. Hundreds more die fromaccidental discharge. It is likely that many more childrensustain serious wounds, or inflict such wounds accidentally onothers. In order to limit the chance of such misuse, it isimperative that you keep this weapon locked in a secure placeand take other steps necessary to limit the possibility of theftor accident. Failure to take reasonable preventive steps mayresult in innocent lives being lost, and in some circumstancesmay result in your liability for these deaths.”
“IT IS UNLAWFUL TO STORE OR KEEP A FIREARM,RIFLE, SHOTGUN OR MACHINE GUN IN ANY PLACEUNLESS THAT WEAPON IS EQUIPPED WITH ATAMPER-RESISTANT SAFETY DEVICE OR IS STOREDOR KEPT IN A SECURELY LOCKED CONTAINER.”
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New Jersey:“IT IS A CRIMINAL OFFENSE TO LEAVE A LOADEDFIREARM WITHIN EASY ACCESS OF A MINOR.”
New York City:
“THE USE OF A LOCKING DEVICE OR SAFETY LOCKIS ONLY ONE ASPECT OF RESPONSIBLE WEAPONSSTORAGE. ALL WEAPONS SHOULD BE STOREDUNLOADED AND LOCKED IN A LOCATION THAT ISBOTH SEPARATE FROM THEIR AMMUNITION ANDINACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN AND ANY OTHERUNAUTHORIZED PERSONS.”
North Carolina:“IT IS UNLAWFUL TO STORE OR LEAVE A FIREARMTHAT CAN BE DISCHARGED IN A MANNER THAT AREASONABLE PERSON SHOULD KNOW ISACCESSIBLE TO A MINOR.”
Texas:“IT IS UNLAWFUL TO STORE, TRANSPORT, ORABANDON AN UNSECURED FIREARM IN A PLACEWHERE CHILDREN ARE LIKELY TO BE AND CANOBTAIN ACCESS TO THE FIREARM.”
Wisconsin:“IF YOU LEAVE A LOADED FIREARM WITHIN THEREACH OR EASY ACCESS OF A CHILD YOU MAY BEFINED OR IMPRISONED OR BOTH IF THE CHILDIMPROPERLY DISCHARGES, POSSESSES, OR EXHIBITSTHE FIREARM.”
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Please check with your licensed retailer or state police foradditional warnings which may be required by local law orregulation. Such regulations change constantly, and localauthorities are in the best position to advise you on such legalmatters.
WHY ARE WE INCLUDING A FIRED CARTRIDGE CASEWITH EVERY RUGER PISTOL AND REVOLVER?
Certain states and jurisdictions now require that all newly manufactured pistolsand revolvers must be accompanied by a cartridge case, which has been test firedfrom that gun at the factory. The case must be placed in a sealed containerbearing certain information concerning this test cartridge.
At the time of retail sale in those jurisdictions, firearms dealers must forwardsuch test cartridge to a designated destination such as their State PoliceLaboratory. As independent Ruger Distributors have nationwide markets withoutterritorial restrictions, we have decided to include a fired cartridge case with allnew Ruger pistols and revolvers, to minimize the possibility of inadvertent non-compliance with these laws.
Retail customers located in other states, where laws or regulations do not requirethe dealer to so act, may be assured that the fired cartridge case they receive withthe firearm at the time of retail purchase is proof that your new Ruger firearmhas undergone our normal test firing procedures during manufacture.
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This firearm was originally soldwith a key-operated locking device.While it can help provide securestorage for your unloaded firearm,any locking device can fail. All gunsare designed to fire if they areloaded and the trigger is pulled.Therefore, never install the lockingdevice inside the trigger guard orin any way that it can possibly pullthe trigger! Do not leave the keysin the lock.
The ultimate responsibility forsecure storage of any firearm mustdepend upon its owner and his orher individual circumstances. Gunsshould be securely storedunloaded, in a secure location,separate from their ammunition.
See “Storage Warning” section ofthe manual, p. 22.
NEVER INSTALLLOCKING DEVICE
INSIDE TRIGGER GUARD
! WARNING – LOCKING DEVICES
DO NOT INSTALLINSIDE TRIGGER GUARD
INSTALL LOCKAS SHOWN HERE
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FIREARMS SAFETY-YOUR RESPONSIBILITYSAFETY MUST BE THE FIRST AND CONSTANTCONSIDERATION OF EVERY PERSON WHOHANDLES FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION.
This Instruction Manual is designed to assist you in learning how to use and carefor your RUGER® NEW MODEL SINGLE SIX® or BISLEYTM revolverproperly. Please contact us if you have any questions about it.
Only when you are certain you fully understand the Manual and can properlycarry out its structions should you practice loading, unloading, etc. with liveammunition. If you have any doubts about your ability to handle or use aparticular type of gun safely, then you should seek supervised instruction. Suchpersonalized instruction is often available from gun dealers, gun clubs or policedepartments. If none of these sources can help you, write to the National RifleAssociation, 11250 Waples Mill Road, Fairfax, VA 22030-7400. They will assistyou.
The person possessing a gun has a full-time job. You cannot guess; you cannotforget. You must know how to use your firearm safely. Do not use any firearmwithout having a complete understanding of its particular characteristics andsafe use. Remember: There is no such thing as a foolproof gun.
TABLE OF CONTENTSPage
General Information and Mechanical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Ammunition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12To Load and Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13To Uncock (Decock) The Revolver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 To Unload or Eject Cartridge Cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16To Remove or Replace Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Reassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22Care of Stainless Steel Revolvers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Sights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Service and Parts Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Parts Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 & 34 The Basic Rules of Safe Firearms Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
“Ruger”, and “Single Six”are registered U.S. trademarks.
Locking Devices 5 Safe Carrying Position 14Alterations 7 Disassembly 17Lead Exposure 11 Lubrication 22Ammunition 12 Storage 23Handling 12 Parts Purchasers 26Firing 13 Malfunctioning Parts 27
OTHER CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS APPEARTHROUGHOUT THE MANUAL.
WARNING–ALTERATIONSThis product was designed tofunction properly in its originalcondition. Alterations can make itunsafe. Do not alter any part or addor substitute parts or accessoriesnot made by Sturm, Ruger & Co. Inc.
DO NOT ALTER ANY GUN
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FIREARMS ARE DANGEROUS WEAPONS–READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS
MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE USING.
GENERAL INFORMATIONAND MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS
The mechanism of the RUGER® NEW MODEL SINGLE SIX* differssignificantly from that of any other single action revolver. The information andinstructions which follow apply only to the New Model Single Six* revolver.
The RUGER® NEW MODEL BISLEY revolver has many of the features ofthe New Model Single Six revolvers with certain important differences, such asthe hammer, trigger and grip frame.
The patented Ruger New Model mechanism incorporates a transfer bar. Thetransfer bar – which is raised into firing position as the trigger is pulled to therear – transmits the energy of the hammer blow to the firing pin. This transferbar mechanism makes a “safety” notch unnecessary.
*In this manual the words SINGLE SIX refer to the NEW MODELSINGLE SIX, NEW MODEL SUPER SINGLE SIX, and RUGERBISLEY Revolvers in calibers .22LR, .22 WMR, and .32 H&R magnum whichall utilize the same Ruger New Model mechanism.
WARNINGS OF GREAT IMPORTANCE AREFOUND ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES:
The gate (loading gate) can be opened only when the hammer and trigger arefully forward. Opening the gate immobilizes the trigger, hammer, and transferbar. When the gate is opened the cylinder is unlatched and can be turned forloading or ejection. When the gate is closed, the cylinder latch functions in thenormal manner. The loading notch is therefore unnecessary in the New Modeldesign.
Unlike the earlier single action revolvers which have four hammer positions –“cocked,” “loading,” “safety” and “all the way forward” – the New Model has onlytwo hammer positions – “cocked” and “all the way forward.”
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Parts referred to frequently are indicated by arrows.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTEOWNERS OF ALL “OLD MODEL” (PRE-1973) RUGER SINGLE ACTION
REVOLVERS, INCLUDING BEARCATS WITH SERIAL NUMBERS BELOW93-00000, SHOULD WRITE FOR DETAILS CONCERNING OUR FREESAFETY CONVERSION, WHICH CAN HELP PREVENT ACCIDENTS
CAUSED BY A BLOW TO THE HAMMER IF THE USER HAS FAILED TOTAKE THE BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTION OF KEEPING AN EMPTY
CHAMBER UNDER THE HAMMER. See Page 27.
New Model Single Six(Adjustable Sight Model Shown)
NOMENCLATURE
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NOMENCLATURE
HAMMER
HAMMERPIVOT
TRIGGER
TRIGGER PIVOT
EJECTOR BASE PIN BASE PIN LATCH
CHAMBER
GATE (LOADING GATE)
CYLINDER FRAME (6)
GRIP FRAME
Bisley(Fixed Sight Model Shown)
! CAUTION–NUMBERED CYLINDERS
00-00345
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Do not accept delivery of a New Model Single Sixor Bisley Convertible (a model with two cylinders)unless the numbers on the front face of bothcylinders match the last three digits of the serialnumber on the frame. Use of the wrong cylindercan cause improper alignment or timing and mayresult in personal injury.A New Model Single Six revolver (including theBisley) manufactured with a single cylinder doesnot have the last three digits of the serial numbermarked on the cylinder.
CYLINDERSMUST MATCH GUN
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The mechanism of the RUGER® NEW MODEL SINGLE SIX® &BISLEY provides maximum security against accidental discharge. As with anyother firearm, however, the New Model must be used with strict attention tocorrect safety practices. In addition, the revolver should be inspected frequentlyto assure that it is working properly.
The Ruger New Model revolver mechanism is illustrated below. The same basicmechanism is found in the entire line of Ruger New Model single actionrevolvers – Single-Six, Blackhawk, Super Blackhawk, Bisley, Vaquero and HunterModels.
TRANSFER BAR
LOADING GATE
LOADING GATE CAM
TRIGGER SPRING
GATE DETENT SPRING
CYLINDER LATCH SPRING& PLUNGER
EJECTOR THUMBPIECE
Mechanism shown at rest. Transfer bar is not in line between hammer and firing pin. Thisis the carrying position.
TRIGGER SPRING
CYLINDER LATCH
TRIGGER & CYLINDERLATCH PIVOT
EJECTOR HOUSING
HAMMER PIVOT
TRIGGER
BASE PIN
EJECTOR RODFIRING PIN
MAINSPRINGSTRUT
TRANSFERBAR
Mechanism shown with trigger pulled and hammer beginning to fall. Transfer bar is infiring position, between hammer and firing pin.
! WARNING - LEAD EXPOSUREDischarging firearms in poorlyventilated areas, cleaningfirearms, or handlingammunition may result inexposure to lead and othersubstances known to the state ofCalifornia to cause birth defects,reproductive harm, and otherserious physical injury. Haveadequate ventilation at all times.Wash hands thoroughly afterexposure.
SHOOTING OR CLEANING GUNSMAY EXPOSE YOU TO LEAD
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AMMUNITIONThe RUGER® NEW MODEL SINGLE SIX® & BISLEY revolverschambered for .22 long rifle are intended to be used with any standard make of.22 long rifle, long or short ammunition in either regular, high velocity or hyper-velocity loading.
The RUGER® NEW MODEL SINGLE SIX® & BISLEY revolverschambered for Caliber .32 H&R Magnum cartridges will also chamber the .32S&W cartridge and the .32 S&W Long cartridge. The use of other than .32 H&RMagnum cartridges, may, in some loadings, result in unsatisfactory accuracy.
Two cylinders are furnished with some New Model Single Six revolvers. Thecylinder with flutes is chambered for .22 Long Rifle cartridge. (.22 Short and .22Long cartridges can also be fired in the Long Rifle cylinder.)
The cylinder chambered for the .22 WMR cartridge (Winchester MagnumRimfire) is not fluted. It is marked “.22 WIN. MAGNUM CAL.”
WARNING: Fire only .22 WMR cartridges in the MAGNUM cylinder. Do not fire.22 Short, Long or Long Rifle cartridges in the MAGNUM cylinder. Suchcartridges will burst and can cause injury to the shooter and persons nearby.
AMMUNITION (CARTRIDGES) NOTICEWE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE OR
INJURY WHATSOEVER OCCURRING IN CONNECTION WITH, OR AS THERESULT OF, THE USE IN RUGER REVOLVERS OF FAULTY, OR
NONSTANDARD, OR “REMANUFACTURED” OR HANDLOADED (RELOADED)AMMUNITION, OR OF CARTRIDGES OTHER THAN THOSE FOR WHICH THE
FIREARM WAS ORIGINALLY CHAMBERED.
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! WARNING –AMMUNITIONDeath, serious injury, and damagecan result from the use of wrongammunition, bore obstructions,powder overloads, or incorrectcartridge components. Always wearshooting glasses and hearingprotectors.
IMPROPER AMMUNITIONDESTROYS GUNS
! WARNING –HANDLING
HANDLINGCARRYING: Unlike “old model” single action revolvers, which should always becarried with the hammer down on an empty chamber to prevent accidentaldischarges caused by a blow to the hammer*, the Ruger New Model Single Six &Bisley may be carried with all chambers loaded. When the hammer and triggerare fully forward at the same time, the transfer bar is lowered out of firingposition and the hammer rests directly on the frame, not on the firing pin.
* See “Important Safety Note”, p. 8.
Any time the revolver is loaded, thehammer is cocked and the trigger ispulled and held to the rear, it will fire.Cocking the gun or pulling the triggershould only be done when you are readyto fire immediately.
NEVER DROP OR STRIKE ANYREVOLVER – COCKED OR UNCOCKED.CARRY AND HANDLE THE REVOLVERIN SUCH A MANNER THAT THEHAMMER WILL NOT BE STRUCK.
NEVER CARRY ANYREVOLVER WITH THEHAMMER COCKED.
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TO LOAD AND FIRE1. Do not load the revolver until you are ready to use it.
2. Note – The loading gate cannot be opened unless the hammer and trigger arefully forward, and the hammer cannot be cocked once the gate is opened.
3. Open the gate. This permits the cylinder to rotate.
4. Turn cylinder clockwise, by hand, and insert cartridges in chambers.
5. Align a chamber with the barrel and close the gate. The revolver is now in itsnormal carrying condition – hammer and trigger fully forward and transferbar lowered out of firing position.
6. Cocking – To fire the revolver, the hammer must first by manually cocked.When cocking the hammer, have a firm hold on the grip with the shootinghand, and DO NOT TOUCH THE TRIGGER WHILE COCKING THE HAMMER.TOUCH THE TRIGGER ONLY WHEN YOU ARE READY TO FIRE. With the foreportion of your thumb firmly on the hammer spur, draw the hammer fully tothe rear until it stops. Then permit the hammer to move forward (it will onlymove slightly) until the trigger engages in the hammer at full cock.
7. Firing – Once the hammer has been cocked, a light pressure on the triggerwill disengage the trigger from the hammer. The hammer will fall forwardstriking the transfer bar and the revolver will fire.
8. After firing, the hammer will remain down. To fire subsequent shots, fullyrelease the trigger and repeat steps 6 & 7 above for each shot.
CAUTION: The recoil of the .32 H&R Magnum caliber causesthe muzzle of the gun to flip upward with substantial force. The
shooter need not be apprehensive, but be prepared. Keep a firm gripon the revolver and hold it away from your face when firing.
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! WARNING –FIRINGWhen firing any revolver, be sure all persons are asafe distance to the rear of the shooter. When fired,all revolvers discharge gas and particles through theclearance gap between the cylinder and the rear ofthe barrel. These particles of lead, powder grains orlubricant are projected broadly sideways at highspeed and thus can injure a person who is standingtoo close to the revolver. When firing any revolver,always be certain that nothing – including either ofyour hands – is in the path of the hot gas andparticles which are discharged from the front andsides of the cylinder. When shooting, adequate eyeprotection is essential. Shooters and bystanders mustwear shooting glasses. Hearing protection must alsobe worn. Exposure to shooting noise can damagehearing.
HOT GASES EXITBARREL/CYLINDER GAP
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The safe carrying position for NewModel Single Six and BisleyRevolvers is with the hammerfully down and the triggerforward. In this position thehammer does not contact thefiring pin. See page 10. In older(1953-1972) Single Sixes withserial numbers below 62-00000,the hammer, when in the fullforward position, does rest againstthe firing pin.Accordingly, never carry an “oldmodel” revolver with the hammerfully forward and the cartridge inline with the firing pin because alight blow to the hammer canreadily cause discharge. It isalways safest to carry the hammerdown over an empty chamberregardless of revolvers type. Seepage 27 for details about our freesafety conversion offer for “oldmodel” Ruger Single Sixes.
DRY-FIRING: Going through the actions of cocking, aiming, and pulling thetrigger of an unloaded gun is known as “Dry Firing.” It can be useful to learn the“feel” of your revolver. Be certain the revolver is unloaded and that the gun ispointing in a safe direction even when practicing by dry-firing. The Ruger NewModel revolvers can be dry-fired without damage to the firing pin or othercomponents.
“FANNING”: NEVER fan any revolver. Fanning is an unsafe way to fire a gun andit is abusive to the revolver mechanism.
ALWAYS CARRYNEW MODEL SINGLE SIXESWITH HAMMER DOWN.
WARNING–SAFE CARRYING POSITION!
62-00000 ANDONLY
TO ‘UNCOCK’ (DECOCK) THE REVOLVER
If your revolver is cocked, and you wish to let the hammer down to its forwardposition (against the frame), proceed as follows: USE EXTREME CARE WHENATTEMPTING TO DECOCK THE REVOLVER, AS THE THUMB SLIPPINGDURING THIS PROCESS CAN RESULT IN AN ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE IFTHE TRIGGER IS HELD TO THE REAR.
1. Make certain that the revolver is pointing in a safe direction (See Rule 2, Page35).
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a. With the thumb controlling the hammer as shown above, (1) squeeze triggerto permit hammer to ‘break free’ (2).
b. When hammer is free, IMMEDIATELY release trigger (3). Then lower hammerslowly to its resting position completely down against frame (4).
The revolver is now in its normal carrying condition -- hammer and trigger fullyforward and transfer bar lowered out of firing position.
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DECOCKING (UNCOCKING) THE REVOLVER
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 yourleft hand are firmly holding the frame, forward of the trigger guard. Thus,your left hand is in full control of the revolver (See Figure a, below).
4. Place your right thumb firmly on the hammer spur and, with your thumbsecurely in control of the hammer, squeeze the trigger only enough to permitthe hammer to ‘break free’ of the trigger. At that instant, IMMEDIATELYRELEASE THE TRIGGER and then slowly permit the hammer, STILL SECUREUNDER YOUR THUMB, to move fully forward to its resting position againstthe frame. NOTE: It is imperative that finger pressure be removed from thetrigger just as soon as it is free of the hammer. Then, properly, the trigger andhammer will move towards their fully forward rest positions together (SeeFigure b, below).
Practice this important gun handling skill with an unloaded revolver until youhave developed the proper control and ‘touch’ to decock your revolver safely. Thekey to safe decocking is having the weight of the revolver controlled with onehand, while the thumb and forefinger of the ‘shooting hand’ control the hammerand trigger.
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CAUTION: The hammer must be carefully eased fully forward beforethe hammer is drawn back to the full-cock position for the firstshot. The hammer should be drawn with a firm positive motion to
the full-cock position for each shot, thus actuating the working parts forcomplete indexing. Unless this procedure is followed in any single-actionrevolver, the cylinder is apt to be out of index when fired.
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TO UNLOAD OR EJECT CARTRIDGE CASESKeep revolver pointed in a safe direction!
Do not attempt to unload when the hammer is cocked.
If the hammer is cocked, it must first be decocked. (See “To Uncock TheRevolver”, p. 14)
Then:
1. Open the gate. This permits the cylinder to rotate.
2. Turn cylinder clockwise, by hand, to align a chamber with the ejector rod.
3. Push the ejector rod rearward, by means of the thumb-piece on its forwardend, so that it slides through the chamber to push out the cartridge or firedcase. Release spring-loaded ejector rod. Repeat until all chambers are empty.
4. Check to be certain that all cartridges have been removed, then close the gate.
TO REMOVE OR REPLACE CYLINDER
1. Open the gate. This lowers the cylinder latch into the frame.
2. Press base pin latch (on left side) and withdraw base pin.
3. Remove cylinder from loading gate side of frame.
To replace cylinder, simply reverse the above procedure. Holding the gun withthe barrel pointed away from you and in a safe direction, rotate the cylinder 1/4turns in a clockwise direction to ensure that pawl is correctly positioned oncylinder ratchet, before replacing base pin. Finally, close the gate.
WARNING: Never remove, replace or carry a loaded cylinder.The cartridges can fire if their rims are struck.!
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Do not eject unfired cartridges onto any surface where the cartridge rim mightstrike a solid object and discharge the cartridge.
CORRECT UNLOADING SEQUENCE
! WARNING –DISASSEMBLY
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REPEATFOR ALLCHAMBERS
The user of a RUGER® NEW MODEL SINGLE ACTION revolver shouldcarefully read all disassembly directions and study all the illustrations and theParts List in this manual before attempting to take the gun apart. Know thenames and location of the parts before removing any of them. Although theNEW MODEL revolver mechanism is composed of only a few parts, it isessential that the disassembly and reassembly operations be carried out withknowledge and care.
Only a few tools are required: A screwdriver or two to remove the grip panel andgrip frame screws, and a drift punch to remove the hammer and trigger pivots(pins). A small plastic-faced hammer can be useful in drifting the trigger pivotout and in.
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REPEATFOR ALLCHAMBERS
Never clean, lubricate,disassemble or work on arevolver while it is loaded. Neverinstall or remove a loadedcylinder. A loaded cylinder candischarge if dropped or struck.Read instructions beforedisassembling gun.
UNLOAD BEFORE CLEANING
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The tip of the screwdriver blade should perfectly fit the grip frame screw slots. Atip too large will scrape away metal, while too small a tip will damage the screwslots.
Before taking the gun apart, set up to do it properly. Cover the work surface witha soft cloth so that the gun finish (and sights) will not be damaged, and provide atray into which the parts can be put as they are removed from the gun.
DISASSEMBLY(Make Sure Revolver is Unloaded!)
1. Open the gate and rotate the cylinder a few times to be certain the revolver isunloaded. Leave the gate open.
2. Press in fully on the left side of the base pin latch, and while holding it inthat position, withdraw the base pin. Remove the cylinder and close the gate.This is as far as you need to go for routine cleaning.
DETAILED DISASSEMBLY:1. Remove grip panel screw and remove grip panels.
2. Draw hammer rearward to full cock position. Insert a short length (about 1”)of nail or pin into the small hole at the lower end of the hammer strut. (Thepurpose of the pin is to confine the mainspring when the hammer isreleased.)
3. While maintaining thumb pressure on the hammer spur, squeeze the triggerand ease hammer down to full forward position.
4. Remove the five screws which fasten the grip frame to the cylinder frame.
5. Pull the grip frame rearward and downward to separate it from the cylinderframe. (If the grip frame does not readily separate from the cylinder frame,draw the hammer rearward a short distance.) Remove the mainspringassembly from the grip frame, but do not remove the small pin that isconfining the mainspring. The mainspring assembly will later be reassembledinto the frame as it is.
Do not ‘lose’ the pawl spring and plunger (located in a hole in therear of the left side of the cylinder frame, just above the grip framescrew hole) or the cylinder latch spring and plunger (located inthe hole above front of the trigger guard bow in the grip frame).
6. Remove the trigger pivot (pin) as follows: using a screwdriver as shown inFigure 1, p. 19, depress the gate detent spring so that the end of the springwhich rests in one groove of the trigger pivot is free of the groove. Then, usea drift and hammer to push the pivot completely out of the frame.
CAUTION: Press the screwdriver blade tip against the springcarefully and be certain the blade does not slip off the springand damage the frame or injure the person holding the gun.!
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7. Remove cylinder latch, gate detent spring, and gate.
8. Remove hammer pivot. Then remove the hammer/pawl assembly and thetrigger/transfer bar assembly. (Note that the hammer is attached to the pawland the transfer bar is attached to the trigger. See Figure 2).
The revolver is, at this stage, disassembled as far as it needs to be for majorcleaning and maintenance. However, if it is necessary to go beyond the abovesteps, the following cautions and suggestions should be useful:
Ejector/Ejector Housing: Wrap one hand firmly around barrel and housing whenloosening the screw. Remove screw, then carefully lift housing (which containscompressed spring and ejector rod) away from the barrel.
Base Pin Latch/Nut and Spring: The nut must be held firmly (with jaw-protectedpliers) while the latch is being unscrewed. Don’t lose the spring. Whenreassembling, be certain the nut and spring are on the left side of the frame. (SeeParts Drawing).
Rear Sight: The rear sight can be removed from the frame by drifting out thepivot pin (MR05600) and removing the elevation screw (MR05902). Unless it isessential, the rear sight should not be removed because there is the risk of losingthe very small elevation springs. If the sight is removed, when reassembling it ishelpful to put a very tiny dab of lubricating gun grease in the recesses of thesight base. The grease will ‘hold’ the springs upright when the sight is positionedon the frame as the rear sight pivot pin is being reinstalled.
REASSEMBLY(Make Sure Revolver is Unloaded!)
1. Assemble pawl to hammer and transfer bar to trigger as shown in Figure 2.Partially insert hammer/pawl assembly in its recess in the frame. Inserttrigger/transfer bar assembly in its slot in the frame. Then simultaneouslycomplete insertion of the two assemblies into the frame.
(Groove in Hammer Pivot)
(Groove in Trigger Pivot)
Figure 1 Figure 2
ALTHOUGH THE FOREGOING OUTLINES THE CORRECTPROCEDURE, WE WISH TO EMPHASIZE THAT SUCH DETAILED
DISMANTLING IS SELDOM IF EVER NECESSARY.
2. (Refer to Figure 1). Align hammer in frame and insert hammer pivot with thegrooved end of the pivot on the gate side of the frame. (The long screw,XR01901, when also inserted on the gate side, will intersect the groove andlock the pivot in place. See step number 11, p. 21).
3. Replace cylinder latch and gate detentspring as shown in Figure 3. Note thatthe lug on the cylinder latch fitsbetween the arms of the gate detentspring and that the end of one of thearms of the spring is formed at a 90degree angle. The projection thusformed, is designed to fit through thesquare hole in the bottom of the frameand to ride on the cam surface of thegate pivot. Note also that this projectionholds the loading gate back and inplace.
4. (Refer to Figure 1, p. 19). Depress the upper arm of the gate detent springwith tip of screwdriver blade and install trigger pivot. Pivot should beinserted from the gate side of the frame. The non-grooved end of the pivotshould be inserted first. (It may be necessary to manipulate the trigger, thegate detent spring, and the cylinder latch to align them to receive the triggerpivot).
5. Insert the base pin, taking care to be certain the ‘dished out’ section of thebase pin collar is adjacent to the bottom of the barrel. The base pin must befully inserted and locked in position by the base pin latch. If the base pin isnot fully inserted and locked, the transfer bar may catch under the firing pinwhen the hammer is being cocked.
6. (Refer to Figure 4, p. 21). Unhook the ends of the trigger spring (XR03700)from the grooved retaining pin on both sides of the grip frame.
7. Insert cylinder latch spring and plunger in hole in grip frame. (The springgoes in first so that the plunger is on top).
8. Insert pawl spring and plunger (plunger goes in the hole first) in the hole inthe left side of the cylinder frame just above the left rear grip screw hole.
9. Install mainspring assembly in the grip frame. Be certain the strut ispositioned properly. See the Parts Drawing for correct strut positioning.
10. (Refer to Figure 4, p. 21). Draw hammer to the rear slightly and place thegrip frame loosely on the cylinder frame. Before pushing the grip frameforward to mate with the cylinder frame, be certain that:
(a) the cylinder latch plunger (XR07700) is positioned so that is will contactthe bottom of the cylinder latch (rather than either side of the latch),
(b) the pawl spring is aligned to contact the left ‘ear’ of the grip frame (andnot be bent as the ear contacts it).
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11. See Figure 4, and note the end of the trigger spring (the arrow marked “A”).This end of the spring must be depressed so that it slides under the rearportion of the trigger when the grip frame is forward. With all the abovesprings and plungers aligned, fully mate the grip frame and cylinder frameand install the five grip frame screws. Note that the long screw (XR01901)should go in the grip frame hole on the gate side (Figure 4-B) of the revolver.
12. Hook the two ends of the trigger springover the pin (KXR06300) as shown inFigure 4-C.
13. Be certain the mainspring strut seat iscorrectly positioned on its step in thegrip frame. Then, draw the hammerback to the full cock position andremove the small pin from themainspring strut. Pull trigger and allowhammer to fall.
14. Open the gate, withdraw base pin andinstall the cylinder. Reinsert the basepin and be certain it is fully seated andlocked in position.
15. Before loading cartridges into the chamber, cycle the revolver several times.Check to be sure that cylinder rotates and locks correctly, that trigger returnsin a positive manner when released, and that loading gate opens and closesnormally.
CARE AND CLEANINGMAKE SURE GUN IS UNLOADED!
Always be certain the revolver is completely unloaded before cleaning. (See “ToUnload or Eject Cartridge Cases”, p. 16) At regular intervals or when the revolverhas been exposed to sand, water or other adverse conditions, disassemble, cleanand oil it.
To clean the revolver after firing:
1. Remove the cylinder as described on p. 16.
2. Clean the barrel from the muzzle by running a cleaning rod with a solventcoated patch through the bore several times. A bronze wire brush, of a sizeappropriate to the bore size, attached to the cleaning rod should then bepushed the full length of the bore several times.
3. Again swab the bore with a solvent coated patch. Then wipe the rod cleanand, using a dry patch, swab the bore until it is clean.
4. Repeat the above procedure for each of the six chambers.
5. Run a lightly oiled patch through the bore and each chamber.
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Firing a revolver with oil, grease, or any othermaterial even partially obstructing the bore mayresult in damage to the revolver and seriousinjury to the shooter and those nearby.
Do not spray or apply lubricants directly onammunition. If the powder charge of a cartridge isaffected by the lubricant, it may not be ignited,but the energy from the primer may be sufficientto push the bullet into the bore where it maybecome lodged. Firing a subsequent bullet ontothe obstructed bore may damage the revolver andcause serious injury or death to the shooter andthose nearby. Use lubricants properly. You areresponsible for the proper care and maintenanceof your firearms.
IMPROPER LUBRICATIONDESTROYS GUNS
Some cartridges with lead bullets deposit metal fouling in the chamber throats,in the forcing cone of the barrel, and in the bore. If ‘leading’ is noted in yourrevolver, clean it out before it builds up and interferes with reliable functioningand accuracy. A special ‘lead removing’ cleaning tool (for bore and chambers) isavailable from gun stores.
The revolver’s internal mechanism can be lubricated without disassembly. A fewdrops of light oil recommended as suitable for firearms, applied periodicallyabout the various frame openings, will work its way into the mechanism parts.The exterior of the revolver should be cleaned with a solvent and then wiped withan oily cloth.
! WARNING –LUBRICATION
STORAGEGUNS SHOULD NOT BE STORED LOADED!
USE THE LOCKING DEVICE SUPPLIED WITH THE REVOLVER FOR STORAGE.(SEE PAGE 5)
Do not keep the revolver in a leather, fabric or canvas holster when it is stored.These materials attract moisture, even though the holster may appear to beperfectly dry.
TO RENDER THE REVOLVER INOPERATIVE FOR SAFE STORAGEWith the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, open the loading gate and checkeach chamber to be sure the revolver is completely unloaded! Depress thebasepin latch on the side of the frame and remove the basepin by pulling ittoward the muzzle and out of the frame. Next, remove the cylinder from theframe.
Store the revolver and frame in different locations. When disassembled in thismanner, this revolver is inoperable. It is impossible to fire the revolver until thecylinder and basepin have been correctly replaced.
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CARE OF STAINLESS STEEL REVOLVERSFirearms made of stainless steel are relatively more resistant to corrosion thanblued steel firearms. However, you should still inspect it frequently and clean,lubricate and apply an appropriate rust preventative as required.
Sometimes surface discoloration may be noted, particularly in the grip area ofstainless steel handguns, resulting from perspiration. Contact with some types ofholsters can also cause stains or rusting. Rusting may also occur as a result ofthe handgun being exposed to moisture, humidity, salt air or chemicals.
Minor discoloration can usually be removed by rubbing the stained area with anabrasive ink eraser, crocus cloth, or a “metal polishing” compound. When usingany of these abrasives, proceed with care and use light pressure to achieve ablending of ‘color’ with those areas that are not discolored
To reassemble the revolver for firing, open the loading gate and reinsert thecylinder. Next, press the basepin latch on the frame and fully reinsert thebasepin. Check to be sure the cylinder rotates freely in a clockwise direction.With the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, close the loading gate. The revolveris now reassembled and can be loaded and fired.
While the revolver is less likely to be used by unauthorized persons whendisassembled in the above manner, it is always safest to store any firearm withthe supplied locking device correctly installed, or to store the firearm in a gunsafe or other secure location away from children and unauthorized adults.Guns should always be stored securely, unloaded and separate from theirammunition.
Never place or store any firearm in such amanner that it may be dislodged. Firearmsshould always be stored securely andunloaded, away from children and carelessadults. Use the locking device originallysupplied with this firearm for storage.
The use of a locking device or safety lock isonly one aspect of responsible firearmsstorage. For increased safety, firearmsshould be stored unloaded and locked in alocation that is both separate from theirammunition and inaccessible to childrenand any other unauthorized person.
STORE SECURELY & UNLOADED
! WARNING –STORAGE
LOADED
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Exposed surfaces on the firearm should be cleaned and wiped dry after use orafter exposure to adverse conditions. If the firearm is to be stored, coat it with alight film of oil or preservative. Where the firearm is in continuing use, and thepresence of oil or grease would be objectionable, then the external surfaces canbe coated (after cleaning and drying) with a paste wax formulated for use onmetals. Apply the wax sparingly, allow time for it to dry hard, then buff lightlywith a soft cloth. When applying the wax take care that it does not get into themechanism or on the functioning parts such as the cylinder latch, trigger orcylinder locking notches. A properly applied hard wax coating will not interferewith comfortable gun handling and it will provide a measure of protectionagainst the formation of rust.
SIGHTS(ON REVOLVERS SO EQUIPPED)
ADJUSTMENT – Each click of the sight adjustment screw (either windage orelevation) will move the point of impact of the bullet approximately 3/4” at arange of 25 yards. The height of the front sight has been set to take advantage ofthe elevation adjustment in the rear sight, considering the various ranges atwhich the gun is most likely to be used. Barrel length and load used affectstrajectory. Therefore the shooter should determine sight settings by firing trials.
RIGHT
LEFT
To raise point of impact: turn screwcounterclockwise.
To lower point of impact: turn screwclockwise.
To move the point of impact to the right:turn screw counterclockwise.
To move the point of impact to the left:turn screw clockwise.
SUGGESTED SIGHT PICTURE
Top of front sight even with top ofrear sight blade.
Front sight centered in notch of rearsight blade. Target bullseye centered
on top of front sight.
UP DOWN
ELEVATION WINDAGE
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SERVICE AND PARTS POLICYIf you have any questions with regard to the performance of your RUGER®
NEW MODEL SINGLE SIX® or BISLEY revolvers please write or call(603-865-2442) our Product Service Department in Newport, New Hampshire03773, fully describing all circumstances and conditions involved. If you shouldreturn your revolver to the factory for repair, or order parts for it, please complywith the following suggestions for prompt service:
SHIPPING FIREARMS FOR REPAIRRUGER® NEW MODEL SINGLE SIX® & BISLEY revolvers returnedto the factory for repair should be sent to: Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc.,Product Service Department, 411 Sunapee St., Newport, New Hampshire 03773.Telephone (603) 865-2442.
Guns should be sent prepaid. We will not accept collect shipments.
The Federal Gun Control Act, as well as the laws of most States and localities, donot prohibit an individual (who is not otherwise barred from purchasing orpossessing a firearm) from shipping a firearm directly to the manufacturer forrepair. However, before you ship your rifle to us, be certain that your State orlocality does not have a law or regulation which will prohibit you from receivingthe rifle from us after it has been repaired. If such receiving is prohibited, thenplease have a Federally Licensed firearms dealer ship the gun to us. If your rifleis sent to us by a dealer, it will be returned to him after being repaired. If ahandgun (pistol or revolver) is shipped by an individual who does not hold aFederal Firearms License, it must be shipped via U.P.S. (Next Day Air) Personswho do not hold a Federal Firearms License are prohibited by Federal law fromshipping a handgun by Mail. Handguns mailed in violation of the law areimpounded by the Post Office.
Please do not include revolver case, sling, telescopic sights or custom accessorieswith a firearm being shipped to the factory for service. DO NOT SEND GUNBOXES OR LITERATURE THAT YOU CONSIDER TO BE COLLECTOR’SITEMS – THESE ARE INVARIABLY DAMAGED OR DESTROYED INSHIPMENT. Always insure your shipment.
Enclose a letter which includes your name, address, telephone number, serialnumber and model of the firearm. Describe in detail the trouble you haveexperienced with your firearm, or the work you wish to have done. Merely statingthat the firearm “needs repair” is inadequate information.
WARNING: BEFORE SHIPPING ANY FIREARM,BE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN THAT IT AND ITSCYLINDER ARE UNLOADED. DO NOT SHIPCARTRIDGES WITH A FIREARM.!
FIXED SIGHTSRuger® Revolvers feature a blade front sight and a fixed rear sight. They arefactory set to be on target at 25 yards and cannot be further adjusted.
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Work performed will bear a net minimum labor charge of $20.00 plus a $20.00shipping and handling charge. The charge for rebluing the RUGER® NEWMODEL SINGLE SIX® or BISLEY revolver is $50.00 plus a $20.00shipping and handling charge. Custom gunsmithing service or nonstandardalterations are NOT AVAILABLE from Ruger Product Service Departments.
! WARNING–PARTS PURCHASERSIt is the purchaser’s responsibility to beabsolutely certain that any parts ordered fromthe factory are correctly fitted and installed.Firearms are complicated mechanisms andIMPROPER FITTING OF PARTS MAY RESULTIN A DANGEROUS MALFUNCTION, DAMAGETO THE FIREARM, AND INJURY TO THESHOOTER AND OTHER PERSONS. Thepurchaser and installer of parts must acceptfull responsibility for the correct adjustmentand functioning of the revolver after suchinstallation.
PARTS MUST FIT CORRECTLY
ORDERING PARTSPlease contact the New Hampshire Product Service Department for partsavailability and current prices. All parts orders for the RUGER® NEWMODEL SINGLE ACTION revolvers should be sent to : Sturm, Ruger &Co., Inc., Product Service Department, 411 Sunapee Street, Newport, NewHampshire, 03773, 603-865-2442. We cannot comply with open account orC.O.D. orders. Payment in the form of a check, money order, Visa or Mastercardmust accompany your order. Credit Card orders must include the accountnumber, expiration date and whether it is a Visa or Mastercard account.Minimum parts order is $1.00 plus $3.50 shipping and handling charge. Orderparts by Part Name and Part Number and include the entire serial number of thefirearm for which the parts are being ordered. There is a minimum net laborcharge of $20.00 plus $20.00 shipping and handling charge if the parts arefactory fitted. All factory fitted parts are fit on an exchange basis only. We will notreturn the replaced parts.
Barrels, cylinders and a number of other component parts must be fitted at thefactory. Company policy is to proof-test and/or function fire all barrels afterfitting to the receivers in which they are to be used. This procedure ensuresmaximum protection to our customers. The special proof-test ammunition usedin this testing is sold only to bonafide firearms manufacturers and is notavailable to gun shops, gunsmiths, or individuals.
Because it is a serial numbered part, the cylinder frame of the RUGER® NEWMODEL SINGLE ACTION revolvers is defined as a ‘firearm’ by FederalLaw and is not offered for sale as a component part.
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CAUTION: Firearm users are cautioned that a gun containing modified,broken, malfunctioning, or badly worn parts should not be fired.!
Parts designated by an (*) must be factory fitted. These parts are fitted on anexchange basis only. We will not return the replaced parts. We will not returnany part that is broken, malfunctioning, badly worn or has been modified. See“Warning – Parts Purchasers”, p. 26.
IMPORTANT – REGARDING PARTS ORDERING. Ruger New Model SingleAction revolvers are manufactured in Blued steel and Stainless steel versions.WHEN ORDERING PARTS BE SURE TO STATE WHETHER YOUR REVOLVERIS BLUED OR STAINLESS. ALSO, INCLUDE THE COMPLETE SERIALNUMBER AND SPECIFY THE CALIBER AND BARREL LENGTH.
NOTE: A few components, as example sight blades and grip panels, are the samefor blued and stainless models.
GRIP FRAME NOTE: The New Model Super Blackhawk steel Grip Frame(Stainless steel or blued) will fit any New Model Single-Six or New ModelBlackhawk revolver. However, because the Grip Frame must be ‘match-polished’to fit each cylinder frame, it is furnished (as a component part) only ‘in thewhite,’ that is, not polished or blued. The Grip Frame can be factory fitted withthe charges computed as follows: Price of appropriate Grip Frame, plus fittingcharge of $20.00, plus refinishing charge of $50.00 plus a $20.00 shipping andhandling charge. If the revolver to which the Grip Frame is being fitted is aSuper Blackhawk, then there is an additional charge for a pair of Blackhawk GripPanels. Return shipping charges (UPS/AOD) are about $20.00 per handgun.
BARREL NOTE: All barrels are marked with a safety message, (“Before usinggun, read warnings in Instruction Manual available free from Sturm, Ruger &Co. Inc., Southport, CT, USA”).
SHIPPING REVOLVERS FORINSTALLATION OF A SAFETY CONVERSION KIT:
If you would like to have any “old model” (pre-1973) Bearcat, Single-Six,Blackhawk, or Super Blackhawk revolver factory fitted with a free Conversion Kit(to help prevent accidents caused by a blow to the hammer if the user has failedto keep an empty chamber under the hammer) please write to Sturm, Ruger &Co., Dept. KC, 1 Lacey Place, Southport, CT 06490 for a box and shippinginstructions. Be sure to include information as to model, caliber, and serialnumber. Please do not send your old model single action revolver until youreceive shipping instructions and a box from us. Please note that the Kit will befitted at our Newport, New Hampshire facility. All other servicing of “old model”single actions will also be performed at our Newport facility, but only after aConversion Kit is first installed.
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NEW MODEL SINGLE SIX®
EXPLODED VIEW
RUGER® BISLEYEXPLODED VIEW
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THE BASIC RULES OF SAFE FIREARMS HANDLINGWe believe that Americans have a right to purchase and use firearms for lawfulpurposes. The private ownership of firearms in America is traditional, but thatownership imposes the responsibility on the gun owner to use his firearms ina way which will ensure his own safety and that of others. When firearms areused in a safe and responsible manner, they are a great source of pleasure andsatisfaction, and represent a fundamental part of our personal liberty.
Firearms do not cause accidents! Firearms accidents are almost always foundto have been the result of carelessness, or ignorance on the part of the shooterof the basic rules of safe gun handling.
The following rules must be observed by gun users at all times. Safe gunhandling is not just desirable, it is absolutely essential to your safety, the safetyof others, and the continuation of gun ownership and sport shooting as weknow it today.
1. LEARN THE MECHANICAL AND HANDLINGCHARACTERISTICS OF THE FIREARM YOU ARE USING.
Not all firearms are the same. Themethod of carrying and handlingfirearms varies in accordance withthe mechanical provisions foravoiding accidental discharge and thevarious proper procedures for loadingand unloading. No person shouldhandle any firearm without firsthaving thoroughly familiarizedhimself with the particular type offirearm he is using, and with safe gunhandling in general.
2. ALWAYS KEEP THEMUZZLE POINTED IN ASAFE DIRECTION.Be sure of the bullet stop behind yourtarget, even when dry-firing. Neverlet the muzzle of a firearm point atany part of your body or at anotherperson. This is particularly importantwhen loading or unloading a firearm.In the event of an accidentaldischarge, no injury can occur aslong as the muzzle is pointing in asafe direction. A safe direction meansa direction which will not permit a
discharged bullet to strike a person, or to strike an object from which thebullet may ricochet.
RUGER®
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS
AND WARNINGS IN THIS
MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE
USING THIS FIREARM.
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A safe direction must take into account the fact that a bullet may penetratea wall, ceiling, floor, window, etc., and strike a person or damage property.Make it a habit to know exactly where the muzzle of your gun is pointingwhenever you handle it, and be sure that you are always in control of thedirection in which the muzzle is pointing, even if you fall or stumble.Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot.
3. FIREARMS SHOULD BE UNLOADED WHEN NOT INUSE.
Firearms should be loaded only whenyou are in the field or on the targetrange or shooting area, ready to shoot.Firearms and ammunition should besecurely locked in safes, racks orcabinets, or by using the lockingdevice shipped with the firearm, whennot in use. Ammunition should besafely stored separate from firearms.Store your firearms out of sight ofvisitors and children. It is the gunowner’s responsibility to be certainthat children and persons unfamiliarwith firearms cannot gain access tofirearms, ammunition, or components.
4. BE SURE THE BARREL ISCLEAR OF OBSTRUCTIONSBEFORE SHOOTING.
Even a bit of mud, snow or excesslubricating oil or grease in the boremay cause the barrel to bulge, oreven burst on firing, and can causeserious injury to the shooter andbystanders. Be sure that you areusing ammunition of the propercaliber and loading for the gun youare using. If the report or recoil onfiring seems weak, or doesn’t seemquite right, CEASE FIRING IMMEDIATELY, unload your firearm, and checkto be sure that no obstruction has become lodged in the barrel.
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5. BE SURE OF YOURTARGET BEFORE YOUSHOOT.Don’t shoot unless you knowexactly where your bullet is goingto strike. Be sure of the bulletstop behind your target, evenwhen dry-firing with an unloadedgun. If you are in the fieldhunting, do not fire at amovement or noise. Take the timeto be absolutely certain of yourtarget before you pull the trigger.
6. WEAR SHOOTINGGLASSES AND HEARINGPROTECTORS WHENYOU SHOOT.All shooters should wearprotective shooting glasses andadequate hearing protectors whenshooting. Exposure to shootingnoise can damage hearing, andadequate eye protection whenshooting is essential.
7. NEVER CLIMB A TREEOR FENCE WITH ALOADED FIREARM.Put the firearm down carefullybefore climbing a fence, andunload it before climbing ordescending a tree or jumping overa ditch or other obstruction. Neverpull or push a loaded firearmtoward yourself or another person.When in doubt, or whenever youare about to do anything awkward,unload your gun!
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8. DON’T SHOOT AT AHARD SURFACE, OR ATWATER.Bullets can glance off manysurfaces like rocks or the surfaceof water and travel inunpredictable directions withconsiderable velocity.
9. NEVER TRANSPORT ALOADED FIREARM.Firearms should always beunloaded before being placed in avehicle. A suitable carrying caseor scabbard should by used tocarry an unloaded firearm to andfrom the shooting area.
10. AVOID ALCOHOLICBEVERAGES WHENSHOOTING.Don’t drink until the day’sshooting is over. Handlingfirearms while under theinfluence of alcohol in any form,or medications that could affectyour judgement or co-ordination,constitutes a criminal disregardfor the safety of others.
A BRIEF ACCOUNT OF AN EXTRAORDINARYACHIEVEMENT: RUGER FIREARMS
One of the few American firearms manufacturers whose managementhas remained unchanged since starting in business, Sturm, Ruger &Company, Inc., had its beginning in a small machine shop occupying arented frame building in Southport, Connecticut. In January, 1949, withan initial investment of only $50,000 and an idea, William B. Ruger andAlexander M. Sturm started production of a .22 caliber autoloadingpistol–a design which was so successful that it became the cornerstoneupon which one of the most comprehensive lines of sporting firearmsever made in America was established. After Alex Sturm’s death in 1951,William B. Ruger continued to direct the company alone and today, asChairman Emeritus of the Board, he continues to provide the guidancewhich has made this 53-year-old company a sound and successfulenterprise.
Sturm, Ruger & Company, in this relatively short time, has establisheditself as a leading small arms design organization, developing a uniqueand broad line of fine quality sporting, military and police firearms tobecome one of the world’s most famous producers of revolvers, pistols,rifles and shotguns. From 1949 thru 2000 Ruger craftsman have builtmany millions of firearms.
During its five decades of growth and progress under the leadership ofWilliam B. Ruger, the company has developed a business philosophy andimplemented policies which represent a constructive influence in the lifeof modern America. From the beginning, Sturm, Ruger & Companyplayed a positive role in conservation efforts and has supported theinterests of shooters through such groups as the National RifleAssociation, National Shooting Sports Foundation, and many regionalsportsmen’s organizations. The company has always endeavored tomarket its firearms for constructive and recreational purposes, toemphasize the traditional aspects of shooting, to render meaningfulpublic services and to encourage shooters in constructive, responsible,and safe participation in the shooting sports.
Today, Sturm, Ruger & Company is particularly mindful of thoseelements which have contributed to the creation of its success, andextends heartfelt thanks to its many loyal employees and customers.
A current catalog of Ruger firearms is available free upon request toSturm, Ruger & Co., Southport, CT 06490
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WHY NO WARRANTY CARD HAS BEENPACKED WITH THIS NEW RUGER FIREARM
The Magnuson-Moss Act (Public Law 93-637) does not require anyseller or manufacturer of a consumer product to give a writtenwarranty. It does provide that if a written warranty is given, it must bedesignated as “limited” or as “full” and sets minimum standards for a“full” warranty. Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. has elected not toprovide any written warranty, either “limited” or “full”, rather than toattempt to comply with the provisions of the Magnuson-Moss Act andthe regulations issued thereunder. There are certain implied warrantiesunder state law with respect to sales of consumer goods. As the extentand interpretation of these implied warranties varies from state tostate, you should refer to your state statutes. Sturm, Ruger &Company wishes to assure its customers of its continued interest inproviding service to owners of Ruger firearms.
STURM, RUGER & Company, Inc.Southport, Connecticut 06490 U.S.A.
http://www.ruger.com
“Arms Makers For Responsible Citizens”
A COPY OF THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR ANY RUGERFIREARM IS AVAILABLE FROM THE FACTORY FREE ON REQUEST.
THESE INSTRUCTION MANUALS CONTAIN IMPORTANTWARNINGS WHICH MUST BE UNDERSTOOD
BEFORE USING THESE FIREARMS.
“RUGER”, the Sturm, Ruger logo, “SINGLE-SIX”, “BLACKHAWK”, “REDHAWK”, “SECURITY-SIX”,“SPEED-SIX”, “SERVICE-SIX”, “BEARCAT”, “OLD ARMY”, “10/22”, “MINI-14”, “MINI THIRTY”,
“RANCH RIFLE”, “M77”, “77/22”, “GP-100”, “SP101”, “P-85” and “VAQUERO”are registered U.S. trademarks.“77/50” is a Ruger trademark.
