Ruger Blackhawk Instruction Manual

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Key No. Part Name Part No. Model
Hammer Assembly    (Includes Key Nos. 19 - 22) MVQ14002-1 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
19 Hammer, only MVQ04002-1 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
20 Hammer Plunger Cross Pin KXR04200 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
21 Hammer Plunger KXR04100 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
22 Hammer Plunger Spring KXR04300 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
23 Pawl Spring Plunger XR05100 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
24 Pawl Spring XR05000 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
25 Cylinder Latch Spring Plunger XR07700 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
26 Cylinder Latch Spring XR04600 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
27 Trigger Pivot Pin XR03400 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
28 Grip Frame Screw - A - Front XR01700 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
29 Hammer Pivot Pin XR01601S 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
30 Hammer Strut MVQ01500 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
31 Mainspring MVQ00400 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
32 Ejector Alignment Pawl KMVQ04502 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
33 Cylinder Rotation Stop Spring KMVQ04500 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
34 Cylinder Rotation Stop Screw KMVQ04501 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
35 Trigger XR03902 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
36 Grip Frame Screw & Pivot Lock XR01901 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
37 Grip Frame Screw - C - Bottom XR01900 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
38 Grip Frame Screw - B - Back (2 req’d) XR01800 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
39 Gate Detent Spring MR07300 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
40 Cylinder Latch Assembly KXR04500 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
41 Transfer Bar KMVQ07201 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
42 Pawl KMVQ00701 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
43 Ejector Rod Assembly XR-55 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
44 Ejector Housing MR02208 50th Anniversary Blackhawk 
						

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Key No. Part Name Part No. Model
45 Ejector Housing Screw XR03300 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
46 Ejector Housing Spring XR04400 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
47 Rear Sight Assembly with Springs MVQ25900 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
48 Rear Sight Pivot Pin MR05600 50th Anniversary blackhawk
49 Grip Panel Ferrule, right XR01101 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
Grip Panel Ferrule, left, Not Illustrated XR01201 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
50 Medallion XR-52 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
51 Grip Panels, with Medallion, Sold in Pairs Only MVQ11001 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
52 Grip Panel Screw MVQ01300 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
53 Grip Panel Dowel KXR01400 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
54 Internal Lock Key KMVQ00908 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
Also Available, but Not Illustrated
Case Only – 4 5/8” barrel RGC-MRED 50th Anniversary Blackhawk
* PARTS SO MARKED MUST BE FACTORY FITTED 
						

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RUGER®50th ANNIVERSARY
NEW MODEL BLACKHAWK
®
EXPLODED VIEW   
						

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THE BASIC RULES OF SAFE FIREARMS HANDLING
We believe that Americans have a right to purchase and use firearms for
lawful purposes. The private ownership of firearms in America is traditional,
but that ownership imposes the responsibility on the gun owner to use his
firearms in a way which will ensure his own safety and that of others. When
firearms are used in a safe and responsible manner, they are a great source of
pleasure and satisfaction, and represent a fundamental part of our personal
liberty.
Firearms do not cause accidents! Firearms accidents are almost always found
to have been the result of carelessness or ignorance on the part of the
shooter of the basic rules of safe gun handling.
The following rules must be observed by gun users at all times. Safe gun
handling is not just desirable, it is absolutely essential to your safety, the
safety of others, and  the continuation of gun ownership and sport shooting
as we know it today.
1. LEARN THE MECHANICAL AND HANDLING
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE FIREARM YOU ARE USING.
Not all firearms are the same. The
method of carrying and handling
firearms varies in accordance with the
mechanical provisions for avoiding
accidental discharge and the various
proper procedures for loading and
unloading. No person should handle
any firearm without first having
thoroughly familiarized himself with
the particular type of firearm he is
using, and with safe gun handling in
general.
2. ALWAYS KEEP THE
MUZZLE POINTED IN A
SAFE DIRECTION.
Be sure of the bullet stop behind your
target, even when dry-firing. Never let
the muzzle of a firearm point at any
part of your body or at another person.
This is particularly important when
loading or unloading a firearm. In the
event of an accidental discharge, no
injury can occur as long as the muzzle
is pointing in a safe direction. A safe
direction means a direction which will
not permit a discharged bullet to strike
a person, or to strike an object from
which the bullet may ricochet.               RUGER®INSTRUCTION MANUAL  READ THE INSTRUCTIONS
  AND WARNINGS IN THIS
  MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE
  USING THIS FIREARM.       
						

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A safe direction must take into account the fact that a bullet may
penetrate a wall, ceiling, floor, window, etc., and strike a person or
damage property. Make it a habit to know exactly where the muzzle of
your gun is pointing whenever you handle it, and be sure that you are
always in control of the direction in which the muzzle is pointing, even
if you fall or stumble.  Keep your finger off the trigger until you are
ready to shoot!
3. FIREARMS SHOULD BE UNLOADED WHEN NOT IN
USE
.
Firearms should be loaded only
when you are in the field or on the
target range or shooting area,
ready to shoot. Firearms and
ammunition should be securely
locked in safes, racks or cabinets,
or by using the locking device
supplied with the firearm, when
not in use. Ammunition should be
safely stored separate from
firearms. Store your firearms out
of sight of visitors and children. It
is the gun owner’s responsibility to
be certain that children and
persons unfamiliar with firearms cannot gain access to firearms,
ammunition, or components.
4. BE SURE THE BARREL IS CLEAR OF OBSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE SHOOTING.
Even a bit of mud, snow or excess
lubricating oil or grease in the
bore may cause the barrel to
bulge, or even burst on firing, and
can cause serious injury to the
shooter and bystanders. Be sure
that you are using ammunition of
the proper caliber and loading for
the gun you are using. If the
report or recoil on firing seems
weak, or doesn’t seem quite right,
CEASE FIRING IMMEDIATELY,
unload your firearm, and check to
be sure that no obstruction has
become lodged in the barrel.1    2 
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5. BE SURE OF YOUR
TARGET BEFORE YOU
SHOOT.
Don’t shoot unless you know
exactly where your bullet is going
to strike. Be sure of the bullet
stop behind your target, even
when dry-firing with an unloaded
gun. If you are in the field
hunting, do not fire at a
movement or noise. Take the time
to be absolutely certain of your
target before you pull the trigger.
6. WEAR SHOOTING
GLASSES AND HEARING
PROTECTORS WHEN
YOU SHOOT.
All shooters should wear
protective shooting glasses and
adequate hearing protectors when
shooting. Exposure to shooting
noise can damage hearing, and
adequate eye protection when
shooting is essential.
7. NEVER CLIMB A TREE
OR FENCE WITH A
LOADED FIREARM.
Put the firearm down carefully
before climbing a fence, and
unload it before climbing or
descending a tree or jumping over
a ditch or other obstruction. Never
pull or push a loaded firearm
toward yourself or another person.
When in doubt, or whenever you
are about to do anything awkward,
unload your gun!       
						

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8. DON’T SHOOT AT A
HARD SURFACE, OR AT
WATER.
Bullets can glance off many
surfaces like rocks or the surface
of water and travel in
unpredictable directions with
considerable velocity.
9. NEVER TRANSPORT A
LOADED FIREARM.
Firearms should always be
unloaded before being placed in a
vehicle. A suitable carrying case
or scabbard should by used to
carry an unloaded firearm to and
from the shooting area.
10. AVOID ALCOHOLIC
BEVERAGES WHEN
SHOOTING.
Don’t drink until the day’s
shooting is over. Handling
firearms while under the
influence of alcohol in any form,
or medications that could affect
your judgment or coordination,
constitutes a criminal disregard
for the safety of others.       
						

							A BRIEF ACCOUNT OF AN EXTRAORDINARY
ACHIEVEMENT: RUGER FIREARMS
One of the few American firearms manufacturers whose management
has remained in the same family since starting in business, Sturm,
Ruger & Company, Inc., had its beginning in a small machine shop
occupying a rented frame building in Southport, Connecticut. In
January, 1949, with an initial investment of only $50,000 and an idea,
William B. Ruger and Alexander M. Sturm started production of a 22
caliber autoloading pistol–a design which was so successful that it
became the cornerstone upon which one of the most comprehensive
lines of sporting firearms ever made in America was established. After
Alex Sturm’s death in 1951, William B. Ruger continued to direct the
Company until his death in 2003. Today, William B. Ruger, Jr. continues
to provide guidance which has made this Company a sound and
successful enterprise.
Sturm, Ruger & Company, in this relatively short time, has established
itself as a leading small arms design organization, developing a unique
and broad line of fine quality sporting, military and police firearms to
become one of the world’s most famous producers of revolvers, pistols,
rifles and shotguns. Since 1949 Ruger craftsmen have built many
millions of firearms.
During its five decades of growth and progress under the leadership of
William B. Ruger, the Company developed a business philosophy and
implemented policies which represent a constructive influence in the life
of modern America. From the beginning, Sturm, Ruger & Company
played a positive role in conservation efforts and has supported the
interests of shooters through such groups as the National Rifle
Association, National Shooting Sports Foundation, and many regional
sportsmen’s organizations. 
The Company has always endeavored to market its firearms for
constructive and recreational purposes, to emphasize the traditional
aspects of shooting, to render meaningful public services and to
encourage shooters in constructive, responsible, and safe participation in
the shooting sports. Its motto is “Arms Makers For Responsible
Citizens.”
Today, Sturm, Ruger & Company is particularly mindful of those
elements which have contributed to the creation of its success, and
extends heartfelt thanks to its many loyal employees and customers.
A current catalog of Ruger firearms is available free upon request to
Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc., Southport, CT 06890
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							WHY NO WARRANTY CARD HAS BEEN
PACKED WITH THIS NEW RUGER FIREARM
The Magnuson-Moss Act (Public Law 93-637) does not require any
seller or manufacturer of a consumer product to give a written
warranty. It does provide that if a written warranty is given, it must be
designated as “limited” or as “full” and sets minimum standards for a
“full” warranty. Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. has elected not to
provide any written warranty, either “limited” or “full”, rather than to
attempt to comply with the provisions of the Magnuson-Moss Act and
the regulations issued thereunder. There are certain implied warranties
under state law with respect to sales of consumer goods. As the extent
and interpretation of these implied warranties varies from state to
state, you should refer to your state statutes. Sturm, Ruger &
Company wishes to assure its customers of its continued interest in
providing service to owners of Ruger firearms.
STURM, RUGER & Company, Inc.
Southport, Connecticut 06890 U.S.A.
www.ruger.com
Arms Makers For Responsible Citizens
®
A COPY OF THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR ANY RUGER
FIREARM IS AVAILABLE FROM THE FACTORY FREE ON REQUEST, OR IT MAY
BE DOWNLOADED FROM OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.RUGER.COM.
THESE INSTRUCTION MANUALS CONTAIN IMPORTANT
WARNINGS WHICH MUST BE UNDERSTOOD
BEFORE USING THESE FIREARMS.
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