European American Armory Double Action Revolver Windicator Instruction Manual

							Windicator Series
DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER 
						

							EAA MODEL: EA/R (WINDICATOR)
DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS
MANUAL FOR:
MODEL NUMBER
EAIR
BARREL LENGTHCALIBERSFINISH
4” or 
6”.22LR or 22WRMB
2” or 4” or 6”38SPLB orC
2” or 4” or 6”.36SPL or 367MAGB
FINISH CODE:
B=BLUE, C=CHROME
GENERAL INFORMATION
Capacity - 6 chambers (load only 5); Internal Safety
Sights 
- fixed or adjustable ; Grips - Synthetic
Weight (average) 
- 2” Barrel = 26 oz., 4” = 30 oz., 6” = 34 oz.
FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS, this owner’s manual con-
tains important warnings and safety procedures which must be understood
BEFORE using this firearm. Read the entire manual and if you do not understand
any part it or the operation of your revolver, stop and seek professional firearms
instructions. You can get a copy of this manual from European American Armory
Corp. on request.
Record the serial number of your firearm #
and a description of it:
Make a copy of this manual, proof of purchase/sales record for safekeeping in a
secure safe or fireproof container. Such proof is necessary if the firearm is stolen
or for warranty repair. Before handling any firearm, make sure you know the
safety procedures and most importantly, keep the firearm pointed in a safe
direction.WARNING
**YOU RISK INJURY OR DEATH BY HANDLING THIS FIREARM**
BEFORE HANDLING THIS FIREARM, READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE
INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL. ALWAYS KEEP THIS MANUAL WITH THE
FIREARM. IF YOU LEND, GIVE OR SELL THIS FIREARM, BE SURE THE MANUAL
GOES WITH IT IF THERE IS ANYTHING YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND, SEEK
ADVICE FROM SOMEONE QUALIFIED IN SAFE HANDLING OF FIREARMS.
*THIS FIREARM SHOULD ALWAYS BE TRANSPORTED UNLOADED IN ITS CASE.
DO NOT USE THIS FIREARM FOR QUICK DRAW. DO NOT FAN THE HAMMER
AND DO NOT MODIFY OR ALTER ANY PART OF THIS FIREARM.*
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							TYPE OF AMMUNITION TO BE USEDIt is suggested that high quality commercially manufactured ammunition be used
in this firearm. Some factory ammunition works better than others and you
should stick with the brand you find works well in your revolver. Avoid military
surplus or hot loaded ammo. The use of reloaded. Super-Vel. 
+P hiah oressure
or hand loaded ammunition will void the warrantv.NOTICE
REVOLVERS ARE CLASSIFIED AS FIREARMS OR DANGEROUS WEAPONS and
are sold by European American Armory Corporation with the specific understand-
ing that we are not responsible in any manner what- so-ever for their safe han-
dling or resale under local laws and regulations.
European American Armory shall not be responsible in any manner whatsoever
for malfunctioning of the firearm, for physical injury or for property damage
resulting in whole or in part from (1) intentional or negligent discharge, (2)
improper or careless handling, (3) unauthorized modifications and/or alteration to
the internal/safety mechanisms, (4) defective, improper, high pressure, 
hand-
loaded, or reloaded ammunition, (5) corrosion and/or lack of proper maintenance
(6) neglect, or (7) other influences beyond our direct and immediate control. This
limitation applies regardless of whether liability is asserted on the basis of con-
tract, negligence or strict liability (including any failure to warn). Under no
circumstance shall European American Armory Corporation be liable for incidental
or consequential damages, such as loss of use of property, commercial loss and
loss of earnings or profits.
SAFETY PROCEDURES
1. We recommend that you get competent firearms instruction in safe handling
before using this firearm. Please ask your dealer. All guns are extremely
dangerous if carelessly handled or used. Remember that the firearm user is
the primary “safety” and to depend on any mechanical devices is to be only
half safe.
2. THIS FIREARM WILL FIRE IF A ROUND (CARTRIDGE) IS IN THE
FIRING CHAMBER, THE HAMMER IS FULLY COCKED AND THE
TRIGGER IS PULLED.3. DO NOT LOAD THIS REVOLVER UNTIL YOU UNDERSTAND HOW THIS
REVOLVER OPERATES. KEEP this revolver unloaded at all times except
when ready to fire and you are sure of your target.
4. ALWAYS carry this revolver in its case and unloaded.
5. NEVER point this revolver at anything that is not your intended target even if
this revolver is unloaded. When loading, cleaning, unloading or handling,
always be sure the muzzle is pointed in a safe direction and always keep your
finger off the trigger.
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							6. NEVER assume any gun is unloaded. Before handling, check to make sure all
the firing chambers are empty. See unloading Instructions and then unload
any ammunition.Make sure you know that this or any firearm is fully unloaded
before displaying or handling it. When handling any firearm, keep your fingers
away from the trigger at all times until you intend to fire.
7. WARNING: The actual firearm does not contain any lead; however, it does fire
ammunition containing lead or lead compounds known to the State of Califor-
nia to cause cancer, birth defects and/or reproductive toxicity. Those who
discharge a firearm, stand near someone who discharges a firearm or cleans
firearms are hereby warned of the dangers presented by lead and lead
compounds and should take protective health measures. Avoid exposure to
lead while handling and wash your hands after contact. Proper air ventilation
is absolutely necessary when shooting indoors.AMMUNITION WARNING
Old, Hot-loaded and/or re-loaded ammunition may be dangerous. Because of the
poor or nonexistent quality control standards among some companies or people
who make reloaded ammunition and the dangers of overloads and underloads
(squib loads) which may occur, we recommend that only good quality new factory
ammunition be fired in our firearms.[If you prepare your own handloads, do NOT
exceed recommended pressures in line with those generated by standard factory
loads as manufactured by Remington, Winchester, Federal, PMC or other repu-
table companies.] Do NOT use +P Ammo or High Velocity High Pressure
Ammunition (factory or handloaded). Old ammunition may not fire with sufficient
force to expel the projectile from the barrel.WARNINGS -- READING THESE SAFETY RULES WILL SAVE YOUR LIFE OR
THE LIFE OF SOMEONE ELSE
Get instructions from a competent firearms instructor before using this or any
firearm. Learn from a professional how to handle, load, unload, operate, fire and
care for your gun.
NEVER PLAY with your firearm. It is not a toy and can be a very dangerous
weapon that can cause serious personal injury or death.
Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction. Treat every gun as if it is
loaded...all the time. NEVER point any firearm (loaded or unloaded) at any
person or anything you do not intend to shoot. Always keep your gun unloaded
until ready to use and make sure that it is unloaded before cleaning.
Keep your finger OFF the trigger until you are actually aiming at the target and
ready to shoot.Learn to rest your finger outside of the trigger guard.
Never rely on a gun’s “safety” to protect you from unsafe gun handling. A safety
is only a mechanical device, not a substitute for common sense and gun safety
procedures.
Never leave a gun unattended or where it could fall and fire.
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							Store guns and ammunition separately beyond the reach of children.
Make sure that they are properly secured so untrained individuals and children
will be denied access to your guns and ammo.
Test your gun’s operation and safeties only at a shooting range while the firearm
is pointed in a safe direction.
Know your target and what is beyond. Ask yourself what your bullet will 
hll if it
misses the target or passes through the intended target.Remember, a fired bullet
can travel over a mile (including a ricochet) and 
is capable of going through walls.
Guns and alcohol or drugs do not mix.Don’t take any alcoholic beverages and/
or drugs before or during shooting activities.
Never pull a gun toward you by the muzzle.Don’t climb a tree, cross a ditch or
fence with a loaded gun.
Always empty guns before entering a house, car, truck, boat, RV, camp or any
building.
When receiving a gun, always check to make sure all chambers are unloaded.
NEVER accept anyone’s word that a gun is “unloaded” or “empty”. You should
immediately open the action and check to make sure it is unloaded.
Be careful with ALL ammunition. Even ‘blank” cartridges are deadly at close
range due to the muzzle blast. Make sure your ammunition is in new and in good
clean condition. Do NOT oil or grease ammo as this may damage the cartridge
primer. Do NOT tamper with or alter the standard factory ammunition.
Keep firearms unloaded when not actually in use. Load the gun only when on the
range preparing to fire and unload it before leaving the range.
Never put your hand over the muzzle of a gun.
ALWAYS WEAR protective shooting glasses and hearing protection when using
firearms.
Spectators should be at least 10 feet behind and away from the shooter while the
shooter is loading, shooting and unloading. Spectators should wear protection
for hearing and sight loss and they should avoid distracting those shooting their
firearms.
Never carry a handgun in your pocket, purse or tucked in a belt or waistband.
Use a revolver case or a proper holster with safety flap or strap.
Never drop your gun. If you do drop it, unload it and check it for proper function
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							Do NOT alter or modify your gun.Don’t try to change your gun’s trigger pull,
because it may affect sear engagement and thereby cause accidental firing.
Do NOT remove any internal safety or safety device on the firearm. Safety
mechanisms are designed to protect you from injury or death.
Do maintain and keep your gun clean. Keep in a dry place away from other
metals and water. If your gun shows sign of corrosion or improper operation,
have it serviced by a competent gunsmith.
Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction when loading and unloading your
gun. Never point the muzzle at anyone.
Never shoot at hard flat surfaces or 
water....bullets ricochet.
If a gun fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, keep it pointed down range at the
target for 30 seconds. Sometimes slow primer ignition will cause a “hang fire”
and the cartridge will go off after a short pause.
If it still fails to fire, keep muzzle
pointed in safe direction and avoid exposure to the breech, as you attempt to
unload your firearm.
Never let water, snow, mud or other material enter the barrel.
Always be sure the barrel is free of any obstruction.
Since many ammunition identifications sound similar, be sure that you use only
the correct ammunition for your gun.Do NOT use the wrong size or wrong
strength ammunition in your firearm.
Repeated and prolonged exposure to gunfire may cause toxic levels of lead in
your body. High levels of lead in the blood may result cancer, impotency and
birth defects. When shooting. indoors, make sure there is proper fresh air
ventilation.
Teach children: 1. NOT to touch guns, bullets, cartridges, shells, flares or any
explosive device and 2. If they discover such a dangerous item or weapon, they
must immediately report its location to their parents, school teacher and police.
Remember a firearm has the capability of taking your life or the life of someone
else. Be careful with your firearm -an accident is almost always the result of no
following basic safety rules.
HOME SAFElY IS PROBABLY YOUR BIGGEST CONCERN. We suggest a gun
lock such as Master Gun Locks. They work on most firearms and are available in
gun shops and sporting goods departments. For more information write: Master
Gun Locks; Master Lock Company, P 0. Box 10367, Milwaukee. WI 53210. You
have invested this much in your new firearm, now invest a little more in your
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							USED FIREARMS - lf you got your European American Armory firearm as a used
gun, BEFORE USING IT you should unload it and check all its functions to be
sure it works correctly. Firearms are some times altered to work incorrectly, or
parts may be removed, lost or replaced with incorrect parts. First, unload it and
check it yourself and then take it to a good gunsmith who knows European
American Armory firearms, and have him examine it.
WRITE US concerning any items or circumstances which you don’t understand
and which might relate to your safety and the operation of your firearm.WARNING
BEFORE LOADING or firing a revolver, examine the bore and the firing chambers
to be certain they are clean and free of any obstruction.Even a heavy coat of oil,
grease or water may result in damage to the firearm and injury to the shooter and/
or persons near the firearm. A misfire or unusual sound upon firing is a signal to
cease firing and to examine the chambers and bore.If there is any obstruction,
clear the obstruction and clean the bore and chambers before firing.
HANDLING WARNING
Do not load the revolver until you are ready to use it.
NEVER CARRY ANY REVOLVER WITH THE HAMMER COCKED OR WITH THE
TRIGGER HELD TO THE REAR.If the trigger is held to the rear, the gun can fire if
the hammer strikes the firing pin.Note that it need not be a deliberate effort to
pull the trigger. Any situation where the trigger attains its rearward position and
the hammer hits the firing pin can cause the cartridge under the firing pin to
discharge if the hammer falls or is struck.
NEVER DROP OR STRIKE ANY
REVOLVER - COCKED OR UNCOCKED.ALWAYS CARRY AND HANDLE THE
REVOLVER IN SUCH A MANNER THAT THE HAMMER WILL NOT BE STRUCK.
1. HANDLING IN GENERAL
This revolver has an internal safety and does not require an unloaded chamber
under the hammer; however, we recommend you keep one chamber empty in the
cylinder and the hammer at rest on this empty chamber.
This revolver has an internal safety device which keeps the hammer from striking
the firing pin except when the hammer is all the way back in the full cock position
and the trigger is pulled completely back. After each shot, the trigger must return
to the forward position. If it does not, unload the revolver immediately and do not
use until it has been repaired by a competent gunsmith or EAA.
This is a double action revolver and thus, you cock the hammer by pulling the
trigger. Always keep your finger off the trigger while handling this firearm. The
only time you should pull the trigger, is when firing the revolver or when carefully
lowering the hammer.Never force the trigger or hammer to move.
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							2. HOW TO LOAD AND UNLOAD
When loading, use two hands to control the revolver so it does not fall from your
grasp. Push the cylinder latch forward with the thumb of one hand, and with your
other hand push on the right side of the cylinder. It will swing out of the frame to
the left.
With the barrel pointing down, load the chambers. Then keep your finger off the
trigger, push the cylinder back into the frame with your hand and press firmly until
you feel it latch into place.
THE REVOLVER IS NOW LOADED AND READY TO FIRE. BE EXTREMELY
CAREFUL.
l * NEVER SNAP THE CYLINDER CLOSED BY TWISTING YOUR WRIST, OR SLAM
IT INTO THE FRAME FORCEFULLY IN ANY WAY THIS CAN DAMAGE THE
REVOLVER AND MAKE IT DANGEROUS TO THE SHOOTER OR BYSTANDERS.**
EXTRACTION OF EMPTY CASES:
Use both hands during unloading so the revolver and
ammunition cartridges do not fall. Keep your finger out
of the trigger guard and off the trigger.
Point the barrel down.
Open the cylinder by pushing the cylinder latch forward
and pushing the cylinder out of the frame.
Cupping one hand behind the open cylinder, point the
barrel up and push the ejector rod to eject the cartridges
from the chambers of the cylinder.3. HOW TO FIRE
KEEP YOUR FINGER OFF THE TRIGGER AND OUT OF THE TRIGGER GUARD
First, point the muzzle in the direction of fire. Secondly, keep your firearm pointed
in this direction or a safe direction at all times.
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With your finger out of the trigger guard and off the trigger,
point the revolver at the target area with a secure one or
two hand grip.
Aim. Be sure of your target and backstop.
THINK! what will you HIT if you MISS the target?,
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UNCOCKED FOR FIRINGDOUBLE PLCTION
Put your finger on the trigger and squeeze. The trigger will automatically move the
hammer back, deactivate the internal safety, and let the hammer fall forward to
FIRE THE REVOLVER.
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							SINGLE ACTION FIRING (NOT FOR BOBBED HAMMER)
WARNING: When cocking the hammer, have a firm hold
on the grip with the shooting hand.
DO NOT TOUCH THE
TRIGGER WHILE COCKING THE HAMMER. TOUCH THE
TRIGGER ONLY WHEN YOU ARE READY TO FIRE.
COCKED FOR FIRING
COCKING - Place the fore portion of the thumb firmly onSINQLE ACTION
the hammer spur and pull the hammer fully to the rear
until it stops. Then, permit the hammer to move very slightly forward until the
trigger engages the hammer at full cock.
FIRING 
- Once the hammer has been cocked, pressure on the trigger will
disengage the trigger from the hammer.
CAUTION- If you have never fired a revolver with Magnum bullets, be aware that
357 Magnum cartridges have surprisingly more recoil and a firm grip is neces-
sary. A novice shooter should be aware that the recoil of any handgun causes
the muzzle of the gun to flip upward. The shooter need not be apprehensive but
must be prepared.
FIRING WARNING
When firing any revolver, be sure all spectators are a safe distance to the rear of
the shooter. When fired, all revolvers have “side blast” or cylinder blast” which is
the discharge of hot gas and particles through the clearance gap between the
cylinder and the rear of the barrel.These particles of lead, powder grains or
lubricants are projected broadly sideways at high speeds and thus, can injure any
person who is too close to the revolver. When firing any revolver, always be
certain that nothing
- including either of your hands - is in the path of the hot
gas and particles which are discharged from the front and sides of the cylinder.
When firing, do not rest your revolver against your hand, legs or body where the
muzzle or cylinder sideways blast can hit you. Always keep the side of the
revolver away from you’ or bystanders.Keep people behind and away from you
while firing.
When shooting, full eye and ear protection is mandatory at all times. Shooters
and spectators must wear shooting glasses and sound suppressor to prevent eye
injury and hearing loss. Vision loss and hearing impairment can occur with only
one moment of non- protection.
NEVER quickdraw a loaded revolver and never fan the hammer of this revolver.
Quick-draws and fanning are dangerous to you and others. They are abusive to
the 
fireann and will void the warranty.WARNING
ANY BORE OBSTRUCTION, EVEN IF IT IS ONLY PARTLY BLOCKED, MAY CAUSE
THE GUN TO BLOW UP IF IT IS FIRED, OR MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE GUN
SUCH AS A BULGED BARREL. TO AVOID INJURY OR DEATH TO THE SHOOTER
OR BYSTANDERS, CHECK THE BARREL BEFORE SHOOTING OR IF A SHOT
DOES NOT SOUND NORMAL.
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							Parts list for ENR revolverla
Banei Y (not available)34Firing pin plate1 bBarrel 4” (not avaiiab4)35set-pin for grip
2set screw3mmdii.xlQmm3Hammer36set-pin for grip4 sear2.5 mm dia. x 17.5 mm
5Sear pin36 setscrewforgrip5a searspring3Qa Smaiigrtpforn
6Hammer bushing3QbSmall grip (wood) for Y7Maim spring guide3Qc Standardgripfor4”6Main spring3QdStandard grip (wood) for 4”9Main spring seat41Grip frame with trigger guard.10 Trigger42Fmme(notavaHable)11Trigger set pin54 crane2 mm dia. x 9.5 mm59Firing pin safety12 Hand60 Cylinder w/extractor13Hand set pin(36 special)13e Hand spring61Ejectoraxk
14 Hammer safety62Retaineraxie
15Hammer safety set pin63Enga~m~w’hi2 mm dia. x 9.6 mm64 Return spring
16 Triggerspring65Guide ring17Level pin for trigger spring66Springsieeve
2 mm dia. x 9.5 mm67Barrel shroud16 Cylinder stop70Plunger 4.0 mm dia19Cylinder stop set pin71 Angie+ece2 mm dia. x 9.5 mm72 Thumbpiece20Cylinder stop spring73Retaining &ew21Hinge screw for yoke (crane)74
Angie-piece spring32 Firing pin
32a Firing pin spring
33Firing pin nut
WARNING THIS GUN IS MANUFACTURED TO PERFORM PROPERLY WITH THE ORIGINALPARTS AS DESIGNED. IT IS YOUR DUTY TO MAKE SURE ANY PARTS YOU BUY ARE
INSTALLED CORRECTLY AND THAT NEITHER REPLACEMENTS NOR ORIGINALS AREALTERED OR CHANGED. YOUR GUN IS A COMPLEX TOOL WITH MANY PARTS THAT MUSTRELATE CORRECTLY TO OTHER PARTS. PUTTING A GUN TOGETHER WRONG OR WITH
MODIFIED PARTS CAN RESULT IN A DAMAGED GUN, DANGER, AND INJURY OR DEATH
TO YOU AND OTHERS THROUGH MALFUNCTION. ALWAYS LET A QUALIFIED GUNSMITHWORK ON YOUR GUN OR AT LEAST CHECK ANY WORK NOT PERFORMED BY A
GUNSMITH. WE AT EAA THINK THIS IS A SMALL PRICE TO PAY FOR FIREARMS SAFETY.
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