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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 CHAR-
    ACTERISTICS 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 avoid-
    ing accidental discharge and the vari-
    ous proper procedures for loading
    and unloading. No person should
    handle any firearm without first hav-
    ing 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 dis-
    charge, 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 dis-
    charged 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 pene-
    trate 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 sup-
    plied with the firearm, when not in
    use. Ammunition should safely be
    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 unfamil-
    iar with firearms cannot gain access to firearms, ammunition, or compo-
    nents.
    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. Never try to shoot out an obstruction!
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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 hunt-
    ing, 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 protec-
    tive shooting glasses and ade-
    quate 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 sur-
    faces 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 be 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 shoot-
    ing is over. Handling firearms
    while under the influence of alco-
    hol in any form, or medications
    that could affect your judgment
    or co-ordination, constitutes a
    criminal disregard for the safety
    of others. 
    						
    							ABRIEF ACCOUNT OF AN EXTRAORDINARY
    ACHIEVEMENT: RUGER FIREARMS
    One of the few American firearms manufacturers whose manage-
    ment has remained unchanged 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 pis-
    tol–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 alone and today, as
    Chairman Emeritus of the Board, he continues to provide the guidance
    which has made this 52-year-old company a sound and successful enter-
    prise.
    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. From 1949 thru 2001 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 has 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 inter-
    ests 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.
    Today, Sturm, Ruger & Company is particularly mindful of those ele-
    ments 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 06490.
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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 war-
    ranty. 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 pro-
    vide 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 war-
    ranties 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 06490 U.S.A.
    http://www.ruger-firearms.com
    “Arms Makers For Responsible Citizens”
    A COPY OF THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR ANY RUGER
    FIREARM IS AVAILABLE FROM THE FACTORY FREE ON REQUEST.
    THESE INSTRUCTION MANUALS CONTAIN IMPORTANT
    WARNINGS WHICH MUST BE UNDERSTOOD
    BEFORE USING THESE FIREARMS.
    “RUGER”, the Sturm, Ruger logo, “SINGLE-SIX”, “BLACKHAWK”, “REDHAWK”, “SECURITY-SIX”,
    “SPEED-SIX”, “SERVICE-SIX”,  “BEARCAT”, “OLD ARMY”, “10/22”, “MINI-14”, “MINI THIRTY”,
    “RANCH RIFLE”, “M77”, “77/22”, “GP-100”, “SP101”, “P-85” and “VAQUERO”
    are registered U.S. trademarks.  
    						
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