CVA Revolver Information Manual

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Cap ‘n’ Ball Revolvers
Replicas of original revolvers are as faithful to the original designs as pos-
sible.  For this reason, replicas cannot be made with many of the refinements
and features the shooter has come to expect as standard on modern cartridge
firearms.
Each shooter should remember that today, just as in the mid-nineteenth cen-
tury, there is no way to build a revolver to absolve the user of the need to use
good judgement.
When handled properly, a cap’n’ ball revolver is a safe and enjoyable...

TABLE OF CONTENTS
A. Important Cautions ................................................................................... 2
B. Introduction ............................................................................................... 3
C. Blackpowder & Pyrodex ............................................................................ 4
D. Preparation Before Loading ..................................................................... 7
E. Recommended Blackpowder Charges...

A. IMPORTANT CAUTIONS
1. Always wear shatterproof glasses and ear protection.
2. Use blackpowder or Pyrodex only.
3. Never fire a revolver unless the ball is firmly seated against the powder charge.
4. Do not exceed recommended maximum powder charges.
5. Never lean over or point muzzle of barrel toward yourself at any time.
6. Treat a misfire or failure to fire as though the revolver can fire at any moment.
7. Handle a cap ‘n’ ball revolver with same respect due all firearms.
8. Be sure all spectators...

CVA revolvers are packed with a special protective oil on them.  This oil will dry
and stiffen, resulting in sticking or seemingly “tight” operation of the new revolver
when it is removed from the box.   To eliminate this effect, break-in your new revolver
by cocking it several times and releasing the hammer with the trigger.  Do this 10-20
times to work in the oil.
NOTE: When pulling the trigger to release the hammer after cocking, do not let the
hammer fall on an unprotected nipple.  Slowly lower the...

and features that are standard on modern cartridge firearms.
Each shooter should remember that now, just as in colonial days, there is no way
to build a muzzleloader that absolves the user from the need to use good judgement
and safety precautions.  When handled properly, a muzzleloader is a safe and enjoy-
able firearm for shooting and hunting.  If abused, harmful consequences can result.
Treat this muzzleloading firearm with the full respect due any firearm.
NOTE: If, after reading these instructions,...

Blackpowder is manufactured in four specific
types, or granulations.  When purchasing black-
powder, be certain that it is in the original
manufacturer ’s container and that the granu-
lation is clearly marked on the label.  The four
types of blackpowder, along with the common
usages of each, are identified below:
FG-  (commonly  called Single “F”) The
muzzleloading enthusiast finds little use for this
very coarse blackpowder.  Its use is pretty much
restricted to the large bore (10, 8, 4 gauge) of...

found to be in good shooting condition by a competent gunsmith.  Pyrodex relates
closely to blackpowder on a volume to volume basis, not the weight of the charge.  In
other words, a scoop type measure set to dispense 100 grains of blackpowder will dis-
pense roughly 80 grains of Pyrodex (Pyrodex is bulkier).  This lighter charge weight of
Pyrodex will fill the measure and provide a charge which is ballistically similar to 100
grains of blackpowder of the appropriate granulation.  Used in this manner,...

DANGER: BLACKPOWDER, PYRODEX OR ANY OTHER POWDER IS DANGER-
OUS AND HIGHLY EXPLOSIVE.  EXTREME CARE IS REQUIRED WHEN USING
A FLASK FILLED WITH POWDER.  IT IS POSSIBLE POWDER MAY SPILL OR
LEAK FROM THE FLASK AS THE FLASK IS NOT AIR TIGHT.  DO NOT USE OR
STORE WHERE FLAME OR SPARKS COULD IGNITE ANY POWDER IN THE
FLASK OR WHERE POWDER SPILLAGE OR LEAKAGE COULD IGNITE.
CAUTION: NEVER SMOKE WHILE LOADING, SHOOTING OR HANDLING
BLACKPOWDER OR PYRODEX.  ALWAYS FOLLOW MANUFACTURER’S SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS AS LISTED...

of the barrel.  (left side for Colt Walker.)
b. Place the hammer in the half-cock
position (first audible “click”).
c. Rotate the cylinder, so that the load-
ing lever, when lowered, will hit the
area BETWEEN the cylinder cham-
bers.  This allows the loading lever
to help in removal of the barrel from
the frame and cylinder pin.
d. Remove the cylinder from the fame.
2. “Remington”-style revolver disassem-
bly (See Figure 2):
a.Partially lower loading lever so
plunger does not enter cylinder
chamber.
b....