Rossi Revolver Instruction Manual

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Safety Features
Your Rossi revolver is equipped with an exposed hammer which serves as
an immediate safety device, indicating instantly by sight or touch whether
the revolver is cocked.
The hammer is of the “rebounding” type, in which the firing pin is not
thrust into contact with a chambered cartridge except when the trigger is
pulled. In addition, the hammer-trigger mechanism incorporates an
internal hammer block which interposes a block of steel between the
hammer and firing pin. The hammer block is...

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Warning
Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning firearms, or
handling ammunition may result in exposure to lead and other
substances known to cause birth defects, reproductive harm, and other
serious physical injury. Have adequate ventilation at all times. Wash hands
thoroughly after exposure.
Position For Target Shooting
Take such stance that your body faces the target at a 90 degree angle.
Keep your feet 1 ft. to 1-1/2 ft. apart....

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Decocking the Hammer
If, for any reason, the hammer of the
revolver needs to be decocked, or returned
to its safe position, without firing the
revolver, the hammer needs to be carefully
decocked. First, make sure the barrel is
pointed in a safe direction. With the thumb,
press firmly on the serrated spur of the hammer. While pressing on the
hammer, carefully squeeze the trigger until
you feel the hammer release. Then slowly
and carefully return the...

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Care and Maintenance
A. The firearm may be cleaned and lubricated under normal conditions
without the need of any disassembly.
B. In special conditions, such as repairs, when disassembling is
necessary, it is recommended the firearm be returned to the factory or
sent to a competent gunsmith or to the importer.
C. In order to keep a firearm in perfect condition it must be kept clean
and covered with a slight film of good quality oil to prevent...

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Loading
Your Rossi Revolver may be chambered for one of two different
cartridges: 38 Special or .357 Magnum. The correct cartridge for use in
your particular revolver is stamped on the right side of the barrel.USE
ONLY THAT CARTRIDGE AND NO OTHER! 
Note: Your .357 magnum Revolver can fire
.38 Special ammunition.
To load, point the barrel in a safe direction
and push forward on the thumbpiece on the
left side of the frame, while simultaneously
pushing...

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Unloading
Warning
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UNLOADING!
To unload, open the cylinder as previously
described under “loading”. Elevate the
barrel, with the cylinder fully open, push
rearward, smartly on the front of the
extractor rod, this will extract all
cartridges so that they will either drop out
or can be pulled out with the fingers.
Warning
Never point any firearm - loaded or unloaded - at anything you do not
intend...

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Rossi Limited Warranty
What does this warranty cover?
This warranty covers any service and repair needed by any product 
manufactured by Rossi, and imported by Braztech, Int’l. or manufactured 
in the United States by Braztech, Int’l.
How long does coverage last?
This warranty is of unlimited duration.
What will we do?
Rossi will service and/or repair all covered products free of charge.
What does this warranty not cover?
This warranty does not cover...

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Parts 
All firearms require periodic maintenance and inspection which may reveal a
need for adjustment or repair. Have your firearm checked by a competent
gunsmith annually, even if it seems to be working well, since breakage,
improper functioning, undue wear, or corrosion of some components may not
be apparent from external examination. If you notice ANY mechanical
malfunction, do NOT continue to use the firearm. UNLOAD the firearm and
take it to a...

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Model Caliber Capacity Barrel Overall Weight Finish
Length Length
R351 .38 5 2” 6-5/8” 22 B
R352 .38 5 2” 6-5/8” 22 SS
R461 .357 6 2” 6-3/4” 26 B
R462 .357 6 2” 6-3/4” 26 SS
R851 .38 6 4” 8-1/2” 31.6 B
R971 .357 6 4” 8-1/2” 31.5 B
R972 .357 6 6” 10-1/2” 34.9 SS
Model Specifications
SS = Stainless Steel
B = Blued Steel 

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Exploded Diagram
NOTE:
DRAWING DOES NOT
INCLUDE
TAURUS SECURITY SYSTEM