INSTRUCTIONMANUAL

FOR

RUGERREDHAWK

DOUBLE-ACTION REVOLVERS

For Product Service on This Model Please Call:(603) 865-2442 (See p. 25)

STURM, RUGER & Company, Inc.Southport, Connecticut 06890 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.

KH 4/03 CR16

READ THE INSTRUCTIONS ANDWARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL CAREFULLYBEFORE USING THIS FIREARM

BLUED &STAINLESS

STEEL

CALIBERS.41, .44 Magnum

& .45LC

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 nios los atraen las armasde fuego y las pueden hacerfuncionar. Ellos pueden causarseslesions graves y la muerte. Eviteque los nios tengan accesso a lasarmas de fuego guardndolassiempre con llave y descargadascuando no las est utilizando. Siusted tiene un arma de fuegocargada en un lugar en que unnio tiene acceso a ella y la usaindebidamente, le pueden dar unamulta o enviarlo a la carcel.

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4Maine: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.

5New 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.

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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.

This firearm was originally soldwith a key-operated lockingdevice. While it can help providesecure storage for your unloadedfirearm, any locking device canfail. All guns are designed to fireif they are loaded and the triggeris pulled. Therefore, never installthe locking device inside thetrigger guard or in any way thatit can possibly pull the trigger!Do not leave the keys in the lock.

The ultimate responsibility forsecure storage of any firearmmust depend upon its owner andhis or her individualcircumstances. Guns should besecurely stored unloaded, in asecure location, separate fromtheir ammunition.

See Storage Warning, page 22.

NEVER INSTALLLOCKING DEVICE

INSIDE TRIGGER GUARD

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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WARNING LOCKING DEVICES

DO NOT INSTALLINSIDE TRIGGER GUARD

INSTALL LOCKAS SHOWN HERE

7FIREARMS 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 andcare for your RUGER REDHAWK revolver properly.

Only when you are certain you fully understand the Manual and can properlycarry out its instructions should you practice loading, unloading, etc. withlive ammunition. If you have any doubts about your ability to handle or usea particular type of gun safely, then you should seek supervised instruction.Such personalized instruction is often available from gun dealers, gun clubsor police departments. If none of these sources can help you, write to theNational Rifle Association, 11250 Waples Mill Road, Fairfax, VA 22030-7400.They will put you in touch with a source of personalized instruction.

The person possessing a gun has a full-time job. You cannot guess; youcannot forget. You must know how to use your firearm safely. Do not useany firearm without having a complete understanding of its particularcharacteristics and safe use. Remember: There is no such thing as afoolproof gun.

TABLE OF CONTENTSPage

General Information and Mechanical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Ammunition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11To Load and Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12To Uncock (Decock) The Revolver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14To Unload or Eject Cartridge Cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Disassembly Instructions - Revolvers Numbered Below 500-09367 . . . . . . 18Reassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22Care of Stainless Steel Revolvers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Attaching Ruger Scope Rings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23Sights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Service and Parts Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Parts Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33The Basic Rules of Safe Firearms Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Ruger, Redhawk and the Sturm, Ruger logo are registered U.S. trademarks.

WARNINGS OF GREAT IMPORTANCE AREFOUND ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES:

Locking Devices 6 Firing 14Alterations 8 Disassembly 16Lead Exposure 10 Lubrication 21Ammunition 10 Storage 22Handling 11 Parts Purchasers 26Cylinder Interlock 12

OTHER CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS APPEARTHROUGHOUT THE MANUAL.

WARNINGALTERATIONS

This 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 WEAPONSREAD THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS

MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE USING.

GENERAL INFORMATIONAND MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS

The RUGER REDHAWK revolver is a double-action firearm which isspecifically designed for heavy Magnum cartridges and embodies manyadvanced features. The crane and cylinder assembly of the REDHAWK

revolver locks directly into the frame, both at the rear of the cylinder and atthe front of the crane. The ejector rod serves as an ejector - it does not rotatewith the cylinder. The hammer and trigger are powered by opposite ends ofthe same coil spring which is in the frame behind the trigger. Thecomponents which link the trigger and hammer to this spring transmitspring energy with minimum friction loss. All of this mechanism is

readily removable without tools and dismantles, along with thecylinder/crane group, into a small number of subassemblies for inspectionand cleaning (See Figure 1 and Figure 2, below).

The internal parts are installed either through the top or bottom of the grip-frame; therefore, no side plate is needed. The resulting double solid framecontributes greatly to the extraordinary strength and reliability of theserevolvers.

The RUGER REDHAWK revolver has a transfer bar which is connecteddirectly to the trigger. The transfer bar - which is raised into firing positionas the trigger is pulled to the rear - transmits the energy of the hammerblow to the firing pin. The transfer-bar safety system provides that thehammer blow can be transmitted to the firing pin only when the trigger ispulled all the way to the rear. This is a positive internal safety feature.

NOMENCLATUREFigure 1.

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DISASSEMBLEDVIEW

Figure 2.

Despite their many highly desirable features, Ruger revolversas with allfirearmsmust at all times be handled with strict attention to correct safetypractices, and be inspected frequently to assure the gun is working properly.

Discharging firearms in poorlyventilated areas, cleaning firearms, orhandling ammunition may result inexposure to lead and other substancesknown to the state of California tocause birth defects, reproductiveharm, and other serious physicalinjury. Have adequate ventilation at alltimes. Wash hands thoroughly afterexposure.

SHOOTING OR CLEANING GUNSMAY EXPOSE YOU TO LEAD

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WARNING LEAD EXPOSURE

AMMUNITION

RUGER REDHAWK revolvers are marked on the barrel with thename of the cartridge for which the revolver is chambered. Revolvers markedfor the .44 Magnum cartridge will chamber the .44 Rem. Magnum cartridgeand the .44 S&W Special cartridge. Revolvers marked for the .45 Coltcartridge will chamber only .45 (Long) Colt ammunition. Caliber .45ACP(Automatic Colt Pistol) ammunition should not be used in these revolvers.Revolvers marked for the .357 Magnum cartridge will chamber the .357Magnum cartridge and the .38 Special cartridge. Revolvers marked for the.41 Magnum cartridge will chamber the .41 Remington Magnum cartridgeonly. Do not use .41 Colt cartridges in these revolvers. Ruger revolvers aredesigned for use with cartridges of the correct caliber which aremanufactured in accordance with the U.S. Industry Standards. Be certain touse proper cartridges of the correct caliber. See Care and Cleaning, p. 20for important information on chamber cleaning.

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

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AMMUNITION (CARTRIDGES) NOTICEWE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM RESPONSIBILITY FOR

ANY DAMAGE OR INJURY WHATSOEVER OCCURRING INCONNECTION WITH, OR AS THE RESULT OF, THE USE IN THE

REDHAWK REVOLVER OF FAULTY, OR NON-STANDARD, OR RE-MANUFACTURED, OR HAND LOADED (RELOADED)

AMMUNITION, OR OF CARTRIDGES OTHER THAN THOSE FORWHICH THE FIREARM WAS ORIGINALLY CHAMBERED.

HANDLINGCARRYING: The Redhawk revolver can be carried with all chambers loaded.When the hammer and trigger are fully forward, the transfer-bar is loweredout of its firing position and the hammer rests directly on the frame.

WARNING HANDLINGIf the trigger is held to the rear, the guncan fire if the hammer strikes thetransfer bar. Note that it need not be adeliberate effort to pull the trigger. Anysituation where the trigger attains itsrearward position and permits thetransfer bar to be interposed between thehammer and the firing pin can cause thecartridge under the firing pin todischarge.

NEVER DROP OR STRIKE THEREVOLVER COCKED OR UNCOCKEDCARRY AND HANDLE THE REVOLVERIN SUCH A MANNER THAT THEHAMMER AND TRIGGER WILL NOT BESTRUCK.

NEVER CARRY ANYREVOLVER WITH THE

HAMMER COCKED OR THETRIGGER HELD TO THE REAR

DRY-FIRINGDry Firing is practicing the trigger pull of the empty revolver for practiceand familiarity. The Redhawk revolver can be dry-fired without damage tothe firing pin or internal components.

Be sure that the revolver is unloaded before handling. Be sure you alwayspoint the revolver in a safe direction, even when dry-firing for practice. Donot dry-fire the revolver with the plastic safety disc on the cylinder.

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FIGURE 3LOADING THEREVOLVER.

TO LOAD AND FIREBe sure the revolver is pointed in a safe direction and is

never cocked while loading.

1. Press the crane latch and guide cylinder out of frame to the left to itsloading position (See Figure 3).

WARNING CYLINDER INTERLOCK

When correctly operated, the cylindercannot be opened when the hammer iscocked, and the hammer/triggermechanism is not able to be operateduntil the cylinder is locked shut.However, this safety interlock can beintentionally defeated if the crane latch isdepressed and the hammer is thencocked while the cylinder is opened. Ifthe cylinder is then shut when thehammer is cocked, the hammer may falland the gun may fire.

NEVER CLOSE OR OPENTHE CYLINDER WHILE

THE HAMMER IS COCKED

2. Insert cartridges and gently close cylinder, making sure it is securelylatched. Do not flip the cylinder open or shut.

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5. DO NOT HOLD THE REVOLVER BY THE BARREL OR CYLINDER WHENFIRING.

CAUTIONDOUBLE ACTION FIRING

3. The revolver is now ready to fire, either double-action by pulling thetrigger through its complete arc for each shot, or single-action bycocking the hammer and then pulling the trigger for each shot. Thetrigger pull is somewhat shorter and lighter when the revolver is firedsingle action, and this is the preferred mode for precise shots or targetshooting.

4. DO NOT TOUCH THE TRIGGER UNTIL YOU ARE READY TO FIRE.

When firing in the double actionmode, be sure that the trigger isreleased completely to its fullyforward position before pulling thetrigger for a subsequent shot. Ifthe trigger finger is allowed tointerfere with the full recovery ofthe trigger (preventing it frommoving through about the lastone-eighth inch of its forwardmovement), the trigger cannot bepulled again for another discharge.The trigger must be fully releasedafter each shot is fired. Thischaracteristic is found in allmodern double-action revolversand double-action only pistols.

FULLY RELEASETRIGGER

BETWEEN SHOTS

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TO UNCOCK (DECOCK) THE REVOLVERIf your revolver is cocked, and you wish to let the hammer down to itsforward position (against the frame), proceed as follows: USE EXTREMECARE WHEN ATTEMPTING TO DECOCK THE REVOLVER, AS THE THUMBSLIPPING DURING THIS PROCESS CAN RESULT IN AN ACCIDENTALDISCHARGE IF THE TRIGGER IS HELD TO THE REAR.

1. Make certain that the revolver is pointed in a safe direction (See Rule 2,Page 35).

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 ofyour 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 4A, Page15).

4. Place your right thumb firmly on the hammer spur and, with your thumbsecurely in control of the hammer, squeeze the trigger only enough topermit the hammer to break free of the trigger. At that instant,IMMEDIATELY RELEASE THE TRIGGER and then slowly permit thehammer, STILL SECURE UNDER YOUR THUMB, to move fully forward toits resting position against the frame. NOTE: It is imperative that fingerpressure be removed from the trigger just as soon as it is free of thehammer. Then, properly, the trigger and hammer will move towards theirfully forward rest positions together (See Figure 4B, Page 15).

WARNINGFIRINGWhen firing the Redhawk revolver, besure all persons are a safe distance to therear of the shooter. When fired, allrevolvers discharge hot gas and particlesof lead, powder grains, or lubricantthrough the clearance gap between thecylinder and the rear of the barrel at highspeed. This can injure a person who isstanding too close to the revolver.

When firing the Redhawk revolver (orany revolver), always be certain thatnothing including your hands is inthe path of the hot gas and particleswhich are discharged from the front andsides of the cylinder.

When shooting, adequate eye protectionis essential. Shooters and bystandersmust wear shooting glasses. Hearingprotection must also be worn. Exposureto shooting noise can damage hearing.

HOT GASES EXITBARREL/CYLINDER GAP

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Practice this important gun handling skill with an unloaded revolver untilyou have developed the proper control and touch to decock your revolversafely. The key to safe decocking is having the weight of the revolvercontrolled with one hand, while the thumb and forefinger of the shootinghand control the hammer and trigger. Improperly restraining the triggerduring this procedure may result in the hammer not resting fully against theframe. If this should occur, carefully repeat the procedure for decocking,steps 14 again.

UNCOCKING THE REVOLVER

FIGURE 4

A. With the thumb controlling the hammeras shown (1), squeeze trigger to permithammer to break free (2).

TO UNLOAD OR EJECT CARTRIDGE CASESKEEP THE REVOLVER POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION!

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO UNLOAD WHEN THE HAMMER IS COCKED.

1. Uncock the revolver (See pp. 10 - 11).

2. Press crane latch. Guide cylinder out left of frame as for loading. Therevolver now cannot be fired.

3. Push head of ejector rod smartly toward rear of cylinder until it stops.This action will extract cartridges or fired cases. Do not eject livecartridges onto any surface where a primer might strike a solid objectand discharge the cartridge.

4. Check to be sure all chambers are empty.

B. When hammer is free, IMMEDIATELYrelease trigger (3). Then lower hammerslowly to its resting position completelydown against frame (4).

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Always unload a firearm beforecleaning, lubrication, disassemblyor assembly.Never remove or install a loadedcylinder it can fire if dropped orstruck.

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NOTE: When ejecting fired cartridge cases, position the revolver at ahigh angle so the cases will come fully out of the chambers and not slipunder the ejector. This high angle positioning is not necessary whenejecting unfired cartridges.

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CORRECT UNLOADING SEQUENCE

WARNING DISASSEMBLY

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UNLOAD BEFORE CLEANING

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DISASSEMBLYRead instructions before disassembling a gun.

1. BE CERTAIN THE REVOLVER IS UNLOADED BEFORE DISASSEMBLY.

2. Using a properly fitting screwdriver,remove grip screw and lift grip panelsfrom frame.

3. Cock the hammer. Insert disassemblypin about one half its length into thehole at the rear of the mainspring strut.(The disassembly pin is carried in thehole in the grip panel locator). Lacking adisassembly pin, any similar instrumentwill serve (See Figure 5).

4. With thumb on hammer spur,squeeze trigger allowing hammerto go fully forward. Remove thehammer pivot assembly. With thegun muzzle pointing down, slowlylift the hammer upward and out ofthe frame (See Figure 7, p. 18). Itmay be necessary to move themainspring lever forward in orderto cause the hammer link hook todetach from the mainspring lever(See Figure 6 a.). If carefulmanipulation of the hammer andtrigger does not disengage thehook, disengage it with the tip of a jewelers screwdriver or similar devicewhen the hook is in a near-off position.

5. Push the lever pivot pin out with a small punch or nail and remove themainspring lever from the frame with mainspring and strut intact.Removal can best be accomplished by twisting the lever slightly as theassembly is drawn from the frame toward the rear (See Figure 6 b.).CAUTION: Do not remove disassembly pin at this point! Doing so willpermit the mainspring to fly off its strut with great force and may causeinjury. The pin is to be removed only after the assembly is correctlyinstalled in the revolver during reassembly.

Figure 5

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Figure 6

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6. Pull trigger guard latch to the rear (using mainspring lever) andsimultaneously pull trigger guard assembly, intact, out from bottom offrame (See Figure 8).

7. Open cylinder and pull cylinder and crane assembly out of frame to thefront.

8. Further disassembly is not essential for normal cleaning purposes. Anyfurther disassembly should only be undertaken by factory servicepersonnel.

SPECIAL DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONSREVOLVERS NUMBERED BELOW 500-09367

The information below applies only to those revolvers in which the HammerLink (KH06900) is assembled to the hammer with the link hook pointingdownward, as illustrated in Figure 10 below.

If your revolver has a hammer link with the hook-opening pointingdownward, follow the Disassembly instructions only through the firstsentence of numbered paragraph 4 on page 17 At that stage of disassembly(with the hammer forward) proceed as follows:

1. Unlatch the hook of the hammer link from the top end of the mainspringlever (See Figure 9 a., below).

2. With the trigger pulled, remove the hammer pivot assembly and hammer(See Figure 10). At this stage of disassembly, return to the Disassemblyinstructions on page 13 and pick up with numbered paragraph 5.

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Figure 9 Figure 10

Figure 7 Figure 8

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NOTE: For improved performance the Hammer Link should be assembled tothe hammer with the hook-opening positioned upward (towards thehammer).

A gun owner can readily change the hammer link to the pointing upwardposition. Use proper size punch to drive out the hammer cross pin. Removethe hammer link and reposition it. Then, carefully hammer in the cross pinso that it is flush with both sides of the hammer. The pin must not protrudefrom either side!

For those who would prefer the link to be repositioned by the factory, sendthe hammer only via Insured Mail to the Newport, New Hampshire ServiceDepartment. Attach a tag to the hammer showing your name and addressand the words Please reverse link.

REASSEMBLYAGAIN, BE CERTAIN REVOLVER IS UNLOADED!

Before starting reassembly, be certain that all components and the inside ofthe frame are thoroughly clean. In particular the tongue on the front of thetrigger guard and its mating recess in the frame must be completely clean.

1. Replace cylinder and crane assembly in frame and close cylinder.

2. Hook front of trigger guard into recess in frame (See Figure 11). Alignpawl in its recess in the frame and be sure transfer bar is in correctposition in rear of firing pin (See Figure 12). Using mainspring lever,withdraw trigger guard latch and swing trigger guard into position inframe. Then allow latch to re-engage. If solid resistance is felt whenswinging trigger guard into frame, or if trigger guard will not lock intoposition, re-check position of pawl and transfer-bar (See Figure 12).

NOTE: At this point in reassembly trigger should function to rotate andlock the cylinder. Pull the trigger a few times, returning it to its forwardposition by hand, to check proper functioning, as always with the revolverpointed in a safe direction.

Figure 11 Figure 12

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3. With the trigger forward, replacemainspring lever with mainspringand strut into frame. Be sure thatthe front end of the mainspringstrut is properly positioned on thetrigger link at the rear of thetrigger (positioning can be seen bylooking down through hammerslot). Then replace lever pivot pin(See Figure 13).

4. With trigger in rearward position, and gunmuzzle pointing upward, slowly insert hammer into frame, paying closeattention to the position of the hook on the hammer link. The mainspringlever should be forward to allow space for the hook to engage the pin inthe mainspring lever. If the hook does not engage the pin, use a jewelersscrewdriver or similar tool to accomplish the connection.

5. Squeeze trigger and lower thehammer into position. (SeeFigure 14. It shows the hookcorrectly engaged.) Align thehammer hole with the hole in theframe and insert the hammerpivot.

6. Cock the hammer and removedisassembly pin from rear end ofmainspring strut. Replacedisassembly pin into hole in grip panellocator. Uncock the revolver.

7. Replace grip panels and grip screw.

8. Open and close cylinder. Function the trigger and hammer single actionand double action to be certain that all parts are working properly.

CARE AND CLEANINGALWAYS BE CERTAIN THE REVOLVER IS UNLOADED BEFORE CLEANING.

The internal mechanism of the Redhawk revolver can be lubricated withoutdisassembly. A few drops of light oil recommended as suitable for firearms,applied periodically about the various frame openings, will work its way intothe mechanism parts. The exterior of the revolver and the bore andchambers should be thoroughly cleaned and then wiped with an oily cloth ifthe gun is to be stored. Do not apply excess lubrication.

Figure 14

Figure 13

Firing a revolver with oil, grease, or anyother material even partially obstructingthe bore may result in damage to therevolver and serious injury to the shooterand those nearby.

Do not spray or apply lubricants directly onammunition. If the powder charge of acartridge is affected by the lubricant, it maynot be ignited, but the energy from theprimer may be sufficient to push the bulletinto the bore where it may become lodged.Firing a subsequent bullet into theobstructed bore may damage the revolverand cause serious injury or death to theshooter and those nearby. Use lubricantsproperly. You are responsible for the propercare and maintenance of your firearms.

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If lead bullet loads are fired extensively, lead build-up may cause cylinderbinding. Lubricate the cylinder crane gap with Break-Free CLP or someother lubrication which meets mil. spec. Mil-1-63460 to prevent thiscondition.

To clean the revolver after firing, swing the cylinder out and clean the barrelfrom the muzzle by running a cleaning rod with a solvent coated patchthrough the bore several times. A bronze wire brush (of correct size for guncaliber) attached to the cleaning rod should then be pushed the full lengthof the bore several times. Again swab the bore with a solvent coated patch.Then wipe the rod clean and, using a dry patch, swab the bore until it isclean. Examine the bore to be sure that no fouling remains. Repeat theabove procedure for each of the six chambers.

Chambers must be thoroughly scrubbed to remove build-up of bullet metaland firing residue. A dirty chamber can prevent full seating of a cartridge,which in turn causes the cylinder to bind. DO NOT APPLY EXCESSIVE OILTO UNDERSIDE OF EJECTOR AREA SHOULD BE WIPED DRY WITHOILY CLOTH. Also, the underside of the ejector (star) and the area of thecylinder where the ejector seats, must be clean. Dirt can prevent the ejectorfrom fully seating. That condition can cause hard closing of the cylinder andinterfere with proper cylinder rotation.

WARNING LUBRICATION

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STORAGEGUNS SHOULD NOT BE STORED LOADED!

Do not keep your 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 STORAGE

With the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, press the cylinder latch and swing thecylinder outward. Check to be sure that each chamber is completely unloaded!With a coin or screwdriver, unscrew the grip panels and remove the grips. Cock thehammer and then insert the disassembly pin into the hole at the bottom of themainspring strut. Uncock the hammer, remove the hammer strut from the frame,remove the hammer pivot from the frame, and lift the hammer out of the top ofthe frame. Use a screwdriver to depress the trigger housing latch and remove thetrigger assembly from the bottom of the frame.

Store the hammer and the trigger assembly in different locations from the frame.When disassembled in this manner, the revolver is inoperable. It is impossible tofire the revolver until the trigger assembly and the hammer have been correctlyreassembled into the frame.

Never place or store any firearm insuch a manner that it may bedislodged. Firearms should always bestored securely and unloaded, awayfrom children and careless adults. Usethe locking device originally suppliedwith this firearm for storage.

The use of a locking device or safetylock is only one aspect of responsiblefirearms storage. For increased safety,firearms should be stored unloaded andlocked in a location that is bothseparate from their ammunition andinaccessible to children and any otherunauthorized person.

STORE SECURELY & UNLOADED

WARNING STORAGE

LOADED

To reassemble the revolver for firing, carefully reinsert the trigger housing intothe frame. Place the hammer into the top of the frame, and reinsert the hammerpivot pin. Cock the hammer, reinstall the mainspring strut, and remove the

USE THE LOCKING DEVICE SUPPLIED WITH THE REVOLVER FOR STORAGE.(SEE PAGE 6)

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CARE OF STAINLESS STEEL REVOLVERSRevolvers made of stainless steel are more resistant to corrosion than bluedsteel revolvers. However, in the interest of proper operation and long life ofyour revolver, inspect it frequently and clean, lubricate and apply anappropriate rust preventative.

Sometimes surface discoloration may be noted, particularly in the grip areaof stainless steel revolvers, resulting from perspiration. Contact with sometypes of holsters can also cause stains or rusting. Rusting may also occur asa result of the revolver being exposed to moisture, humidity, salt air orchemicals.

Minor discoloration can usually be removed by rubbing the stained area withan abrasive ink eraser, crocus cloth, or a metal polishing compound. Whenusing any of these abrasives, proceed with care and use light pressure toachieve a blending of color with those areas that are not discolored.

External surfaces of the barrel, frame and cylinder should be cleaned andwiped dry after use or after exposure to adverse conditions. If the revolver isto be stored, coat it with a light film of oil or preservative. Where therevolver is in continuing use, and the presence of oil or grease would beobjectionable, then the external surface can be coated (after cleaning anddrying) with a paste wax formulated for use on metals. Apply the waxsparingly, allow time for it to dry hard, then buff lightly with a soft cloth.When applying the wax, take care that it does not get into the mechanism oron the functioning parts such as the hammer, trigger, crane latch, etc. Aproperly applied hard wax coating will not interfere with gun handling and itwill provide a measure of protection.

ATTACHING RUGER SCOPE RINGSOn the underside of each mounting ring assembly there is a locating tab.By reference to this tab, the mounting ring can be assembled to the scopeso that the tab will fit correctly into the recess on the top of the barrel.

Disassemble one ring and reassemble over the scope body between the turretand the eyepiece so that the clamp nut (D-73) is positioned to the left of thescope.

Install the four top screws. Do not tighten.

disassembly pin from the mainspring strut. Lower the hammer and replace thegrips on the revolver. The revolver is now reassembled and can be loaded andfired normally.

While the revolver is less likely to be used by unauthorized persons whendisassembled in the above manner, it is always safest to store a 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.

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SIGHTSThe Redhawk revolver is provided with an insert front sight. To change thefront sight, depress the spring-loaded plunger in the front of the barrel rib witha small punch and lift rear of sight blade. The adjustable rear sight has a whiteoutline blade. Each click of the rear sight adjustment screws (either windage orelevation) will move the point of impact of the bullet approximately 3/4 at adistance of 25 yards. Move the rear sight in the direction you desire the bulletto move on the target. The suggested sight picture is shown below. SeeAttaching Ruger Scope Rings, p. 23.

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

Disassemble the other ring and install it on the forward section of the scopetube with the clamp nut positioned to the left of the scope. Install the fourtop screws. Again, do not tighten.

Assemble the rings to the barrel with the locating tabs engaging therecesses in the top surface of the barrel. Tighten the clamp nuts so that therings are locked to the semi-circular cuts on the sides of the barrel. Rotatethe scope until crosshairs are aligned properly, and slide scope to desired eyerelief.

Then tighten the eight top screws a bit at a time to grip the scope body.Sight in according to the direction with your scope.

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SERVICE AND PARTS POLICYIf you have any questions with regard to the performance of your RUGER

REDHAWK revolver please write or call (603-865-2442) our ProductService Department in Newport, New Hampshire 03773, fully describing allcircumstances and conditions involved. If you should return your rifle to thefactory for repair, or order parts for it, please comply with the followingsuggestions for prompt service:

WARNINGBEFORE SHIPPING ANYFIREARM, BE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN THAT ITAND ITS CYLINDER ARE UNLOADED. DONOT SHIP CARTRIDGES WITH A FIREARM.

SHIPPING FIREARMS FOR REPAIRRUGER REDHAWK revolvers returned to the factory for repairshould be sent to: Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc., Product ServiceDepartment, 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 andlocalities, do not prohibit an individual (who is not otherwise barred frompurchasing or possessing a firearm) from shipping a firearm directly to themanufacturer for repair. However, before you ship your rifle to us, be certainthat your State or locality does not have a law or regulation which willprohibit you from receiving the rifle from us after it has been repaired. Ifsuch receiving is prohibited, then please have a Federally Licensed firearmsdealer ship the gun to us. If your rifle is sent to us by a dealer, it will bereturned to him after being repaired. If a handgun (pistol or revolver) isshipped by an individual who does not hold a Federal Firearms License, itmust be shipped via U.P.S. (Next Day Air) Persons who do not hold a FederalFirearms License are prohibited by Federal law from shipping a handgun byMail. Handguns mailed in violation of the law are impounded by the PostOffice.

DO NOT SEND GUN BOXES OR LITERATURE THAT YOU CONSIDER TOBE COLLECTORS ITEMS THESE ARE INVARIABLY DAMAGED ORDESTROYED IN SHIPMENT. Please do not include holster, grip panels, orother accessories with a firearm being shipped to the factory for service.Rifles and shotguns may be shipped via Parcel Post. Always insure yourshipment.

Enclose a letter which includes your name, address, telephone number,serial number and model of the firearm. Describe in detail the trouble youhave experienced with your firearm, or the work you wish to have done.Merely stating that the firearm needs repair is inadequate information.

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State precisely what is wrong. Please enclose copies of any previouscorrespondence.

Work performed will bear a net minimum labor charge of $20.00 plus a$20.00 shipping and handling charge. The charge for rebluing theRUGER REDHAWK revolver is $50.00 plus a $20.00 shipping andhandling charge. Custom gunsmithing service or nonstandard alterations areNOT AVAILABLE from Ruger Product Service Departments.

WARNINGPARTS PURCHASERS

It is the purchasers 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 SERIOUS INJURY TOTHE SHOOTER AND OTHER PERSONS. Thepurchaser and installer of parts must accept fullresponsibility for the correct adjustment andfunctioning 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

REDHAWK revolvers should be sent to: Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc.,Product Service Department, 411 Sunapee Street, Newport, New Hampshire03773, 603-865-2442. We cannot comply with open account or C.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.Order parts by Part Name and Part Number and include the entire serialnumber of the firearm for which the parts are being ordered.

There is a minimum net labor charge of $20.00 plus $20.00 shipping andhandling charge if the parts are factory fitted. All factory fitted parts are fiton an exchange basis only. We will not return the replaced parts.

Barrels, cylinders, cylinder/crane assemblies and a number of othercomponent parts must be fitted at the factory. Company policy is to proof-test and/or function fire all barrels after fitting to the receivers in which theyare to be used. This procedure ensures maximum protection to ourcustomers. The special proof-test ammunition used in this testing is soldonly to bonafide firearms manufacturers and is not available to gun shops,gunsmiths, or individuals.

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Because it is a serial numbered part, the frame of the RUGER

REDHAWK revolver is defined as a firearm by Federal Law and is notoffered for sale as a component part.

Parts designated by an asterisk (*) must be factory fitted. These parts arefitted on an exchange basis only. We will not return the replaced parts. Wewill not return any part that is broken, malfunctioning, badly worn or hasbeen modified. See Warning Parts Purchasers below.

NOTE: The Hammer Pivot Assembly (Part No. H01600 or KH01600) tab fitsinto a mortise on the right side of the frame of most of the Redhawkrevolvers. However, during a change in production processing of frames in1983, several thousand frames were made with the mortise on the left side ofthe frame. A Redhawk revolver having the mortise on the left side of theframe is in all other respects the same as the version which has the mortisein the right side.

CAUTION: A gun containing modified, broken,malfunctioning, or badly worn parts should not be fired.

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THE BASIC RULES OF SAFE FIREARMS HANDLINGWe believe that Americans have a right to purchase and use firearms forlawful purposes. The private ownership of firearms in America istraditional, but that ownership imposes the responsibility on the gunowner to use his firearms in a way which will ensure his own safety andthat of others. When firearms are used in a safe and responsible manner,they are a great source of pleasure and satisfaction, and represent afundamental part of our personal liberty.

Firearms do not cause accidents! Firearms accidents are almost alwaysfound to have been the result of carelessness, or ignorance on the part ofthe shooter of 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, thesafety of others, and the continuation of gun ownership and sportshooting as we know 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 andthe various proper procedures forloading and unloading. No personshould handle any firearm withoutfirst having thoroughly familiarizedhimself with the particular type offirearm he is using, and with safegun handling in general.

2. ALWAYS KEEP THEMUZZLE POINTED IN ASAFE DIRECTION.Be sure of the bullet stop behindyour target, even when dry-firing.Never let the muzzle of a firearmpoint at any part of your body or atanother person. This is particularlyimportant when loading orunloading a firearm. In the event ofan accidental discharge, no injurycan occur as long as the muzzle ispointing in a safe direction. A safedirection means a direction whichwill not permit a discharged bullet

to strike a person, or to strike an object from which the bullet mayricochet.

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A safe direction must take into account the fact that a bullet maypenetrate a wall, ceiling, floor, window, etc., and strike a person ordamage property. Make it a habit to know exactly where the muzzle ofyour gun is pointing whenever you handle it, and be sure that you arealways in control of the direction in which the muzzle is pointing, evenif you fall or stumble. Keep your finger off the trigger until you are readyto shoot.

3. FIREARMS SHOULD BE UNLOADED WHEN NOT INUSE.

Firearms should be loaded onlywhen you are in the field or on thetarget range or shooting area,ready to shoot. Firearms andammunition should be securelylocked in safes, racks or cabinets,or by using the locking devicesupplied with the firearm, whennot in use. Ammunition shouldsafely be stored separate fromfirearms. Store your firearms outof sight of visitors and children. Itis the gun owners responsibility tobe certain that children and

persons unfamiliar with firearms cannot gain access to firearms,ammunition, or components.

4. BE SURE THE BARREL ISCLEAR OF OBSTRUCTIONSBEFORE SHOOTING.

Even a bit of mud, snow or excesslubricating oil or grease in thebore may cause the barrel tobulge, or even burst on firing, andcan cause serious injury to theshooter and bystanders. Be surethat you are using ammunition ofthe proper caliber and loading forthe gun you are using. If thereport or recoil on firing seems weak, or doesnt seem quite right,CEASE FIRING IMMEDIATELY, unload your firearm, and check to besure that no obstruction has become lodged in the barrel.

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5. BE SURE OF YOURTARGET BEFORE YOUSHOOT.Dont 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 jumpingover a ditch or other obstruction.Never pull or push a loadedfirearm toward yourself oranother person. When in doubt,or whenever you are about to doanything awkward, unload your gun!

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8. DONT 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.Dont drink until the daysshooting is over. Handlingfirearms while under theinfluence of alcohol in any form,or medications that could affectyour judgment 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 in the same family since starting in business, Sturm,Ruger & Company, Inc., had its beginning in a small machine shopoccupying a rented frame building in Southport, Connecticut. InJanuary, 1949, with an initial investment of only $50,000 and an idea,William B. Ruger and Alexander M. Sturm started production of a .22caliber autoloading pistola design which was so successful that itbecame the cornerstone upon which one of the most comprehensivelines of sporting firearms ever made in America was established. AfterAlex Sturms death in 1951, William B. Ruger continued to direct thecompany alone and today, William B. Ruger, Jr. continues to provideguidance which has made this 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 worlds most famous producers of revolvers, pistols,rifles and shotguns. Since 1949 Ruger craftsmen have built manymillions of firearms.

During its five decades of growth and progress under the leadership ofWilliam B. Ruger, the company 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 regionalsportsmens organizations.

The company has always endeavored to market its firearms forconstructive and recreational purposes, to emphasize the traditionalaspects of shooting, to render meaningful public services and toencourage shooters in constructive, responsible, and safe participation inthe shooting sports. Its motto is Arms Makers For ResponsibleCitizens.

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., Inc., Southport, CT 06890

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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 afull 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 impliedwarranties under state law with respect to sales of consumer goods. Asthe extent and interpretation of these implied warranties varies fromstate to state, 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 06890 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.

22/45, Model 96, 77/17, Gold Label, and Target Grey are RUGER TRADEMARKS. RUGER ,THE STURM, RUGER LOGO, 10/22, All-Weather, Arms Makers For Responsible Citizens,

Bearcat, Blackhawk, GP-100, M77, Mini Thirty, Mini-14, Old Army, P90, P93, P94,Redhawk, 77/22, 77/44, 77/50, SP101, Vaquero, and Single Six are REGISTERED U.S.

TRADEMARKS. DEERFIELD is a registered trademark of Blount, Inc.