Dan Wesson 1911 Instructions Manual

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Dan Wesson Firearms 1911 Series Users Manual  Model and Serial Number Information.................................................................................................2 
SAFE OWNERSHIP...................................................................................................................................3 
THE NEED FOR INSTRUCTION.........................................................................................................3 
GENERAL...

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Dan Wesson Firearms 1911 Series Users Manual  the tip of the extractor towards the side of the breech while depressing the extractor tip, until 
the extractor passes the extractor hold location at the back of the breech face.........................14 
2. Turn the slide around so that the rear of the slide faces up, exposing the back end of the 
partially removed extractor. Pull the extractor from the back of the slide. Use the punch tool as 
required to assist in releasing the extractor from it’s...

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SAFE OWNERSHIP 
THE NEED FOR INSTRUCTION 
 
• Possession of this or any firearm indicates your acceptance of responsibility to comply with the law and 
prevent consequences of danger, which can result from improper handling. 
• DAN WESSON FIREARMS strongly recommends that every person receive complete and thorough 
instruction on the safe and proper use of firearms from a competent instructor before handling this or any 
other firearm. 
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THE BASIC RULES OF FIREARM SAFETY 
1. Do not rely on your firearm’s safety mechanism. Treat every firearm as if it were loaded, and ready to 
fire, at all times. 
2. Never point your firearm at anything you do not intend to shoot. Always keep the muzzle pointed away 
from other people, and in a safe direction. 
3. Always check the barrel for obstructions. Use only ammunition of the proper type for the firearm you 
are using. 
4. Do...

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Note: Safety systems provide only a limited amount of protection, and like any mechanical 
system – can malfunction unexpectedly. Do not load the DAN WESSON FIREARMS “1911” model 
handguns with ammunition before reading all the Safety Instructions and Basic Rules of Firearm 
Safety (page tbd of this owner’s manual). 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Before Loading this Firearm… 
• Learn to recognize and identify each of the functional components of this DAN WESSON...

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• The use of reloaded, remanufactured, hand-loaded, or other non-standard ammunition voids all 
warranties. Reloading is a science and improperly loaded ammunition can be extremely dangerous. 
Severe damage to the firearm and serious injury to the shooter or to others may result. Always use 
ammunition that complies with the industry performance standards established by the Sporting Arms 
and Ammunition Manufacturers Institute, Inc. of the United States...

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INSERTING THE MAGAZINE 
 
Keep the muzzle pointed away from you and in a safe direction. 
Do not use magazines that show signs of damage, cracking or excessive wear. Consult a 
qualified gunsmith if the magazine binds, fails to seat fully and securely, fails to release 
smoothly, or loads ammunition into the chamber of the handgun erratically. 
 
1. Check for dirt and debris in the magazine port, and clean or clear as needed....

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LOADING THE CHAMBER 
 
Keep the muzzle of the handgun pointed away from anyone and in a safe direction. For this 
operation, the Thumb Safety must be in the READY or FIRE position and the handgun will be 
capable of firing a round. Your finger must be off the Trigger and outside of the Trigger Guard 
unless directed to do otherwise by these instructions. 
 
1. Pull the slide fully back and inspect the chamber for dirt or debris. If the chamber needs...

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If a firearm fails to fire: 
• Always keep the muzzle pointed in the direction of your target. An ammunition round can have delayed 
ignition, called a “hang fire”, and can fire unexpectedly - up to a minute - after being struck by the firing 
pin. 
• Always remove the ammunition magazine first, before attempting to determine the cause of misfire. 
Check the ammunition for proper type; inspect the primer for firing indentation, to determine whether or 
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Until the magazine is removed and the chamber is empty, the handgun is LOADED and capable of 
firing a round. Keep the muzzle pointed away from you and in a safe direction. Keep your finger 
outside the trigger guard and OFF the trigger. 
 
CARRY AND TRANSPORT 
 
Carry only empty firearms when traveling between destinations. 
Before carrying or transporting any firearm… 
• Always remove the magazine and check the firearm for an empty chamber before...