Ruger Sp101 Instructions Manual

STORAGE
GUNS SHOULD NOT BE STORED LOADED!
Do notkeep your revolver in a leather, fabric or canvas holster when it is stored.
These materials attract moisture, even though the holster may appear to be
perfectly dry.
TO RENDER THE REVOLVER INOPERATIVE FOR SAFE STORAGE
With the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, press the cylinder latch and swing the
cylinder outward. Check to be sure that each chamber is completely unloaded!
With a coin or screwdriver, unscrew the grip panels and remove the grips. Cock...

Never place or store any firearm in
such a manner that it may be
dislodged. Firearms should always be
stored securely and unloaded, away
from children and careless adults. Use
the locking device originally supplied
with this firearm for storage.
The use of a locking device or safety
lock is only one aspect of responsible
firearms storage. For increased safety,
firearms should be stored unloaded and
locked in a location that is both
separate from their ammunition and
inaccessible to children and any...

SIGHTS
.38 SPL, .357 Mag. & 9mm
The SP101 .38 SPL, .357 Mag. & 9mm revolvers are provided with fixed sights.
To change the front sight, drive out the pin in the barrel rib with a small punch
and lift out sight blade.
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Rear sightSuggested sight picture
Top of front sight even with top
of rear sight. Front sight centered
in notch of rear sight. Target
bullseye centered on top of front
sight.
Minor discoloration can usually be removed by rubbing the stained area with an
abrasive ink eraser, crocus cloth,...

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SIGHT ADJUSTMENTS
.22 LR & .32 H & R Magnum
The SP101 .22 LR & .32 H & R Magnum revolvers are equipped with sights
adjustable for windage. Each click of the rear sight adjustment screw will move
the point of bullet impact approximately 1/2” on the target at 25 yards using a 4”
barrel length.
To move the point of impact to the right: Turn the click screw counterclockwise.
To move the point of impact to the left: Turn the click screw clockwise.
SERVICE AND PARTS POLICY
If you have any questions with...

DO NOT SEND GUN BOXES OR LITERATURE THAT YOU CONSIDER TO BE
COLLECTOR’S ITEMS – THESE ARE INVARIABLY DAMAGED OR
DESTROYED IN SHIPMENT.Please do not include holster, grip panels, or other
accessories with a firearm being shipped to the factory for service. Always insure
your shipment.
Enclose a letter which includes your name, address, telephone number, serial
number and model of the firearm. Describe in detail the trouble you have
experienced with your firearm, or the work you wish to have done. Merely...

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Barrels, cylinders, cylinder/crane assemblies and a number of other component
parts must be fitted at the factory. Company policy is to proof-test and/or
function fire all barrels after fitting to the frames in which they are to be used.
This procedure ensures maximum protection to our customers. The special
proof-test ammunition used in this testing is sold only to bonafide firearms
manufacturers and is not available to gun shops, gunsmiths, or individuals.
Because the frame of the RUGER
®SP101...

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RUGER
®
SP101
®
REVOLVER
PARTS LIST
Design, prices and specifications subject to change without notice.
SPECIFY MODEL AND CALIBER WHEN ORDERING
(See Exploded View on Page 33)
Part Name Part No. Model
* Barrel, 2 1/4” KW00625 SP101 - .357 cal.
* Barrel, 3 1/16” KW00626 SP101 - .357 cal.
* Barrel, 2 1/4” KW00601 SP101 - .38 Special
* Barrel, 2 1/4”, Extended Frame KW00640 SP101 - .38 Special
* Barrel, 3 1/16” KW00602 SP101 - .38 Special
* Barrel, 2 1/4” KW00617 SP101 - 9mm
* Barrel, 3 1/16” KW00616...

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Part Name Part No. Model
* Crane & Crane Pivot Assembly KW00812A SP101 - .357 cal.
* Crane Latch KW00900 All SP101 Models
* Crane Latch Pivot KW02700 All SP101 Models
Crane Latch Spring KE-57 All SP101 Models
Crane Latch Spring Plunger KH05100 All SP101 Models
* Crane Pivot Lock Plunger KH06700 All SP101 Models
* Crane Pivot Lock Spring KH07600 All SP101 Models
* Cylinder KW00100 SP101 - .357 cal. or .38 Special
* Cylinder KW00116 SP101 - .357 cal.
* Cylinder KW00104 SP101 - 9mm
* Cylinder, 6-shot...

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Part Name Part No. ModelFerrule (Right Side), Not Illustrated
W01014 All SP101 Models
Ferrule (Left Side) W01015 All SP101 Models
* Firing Pin KH02100 SP101 - .357 cal., .38 Special, 9mm, .32 H&R
* Firing Pin KXR02100 SP101 - .22 cal.
Firing Pin Rebound Spring KE-48 All SP101 Models
Front Latch KW03100 All SP101 Models
Front Latch Pivot Lock KH07500 All SP101 Models
Front Latch Pivot Lock Spring KH07700 All SP101 Models
Front Latch Pivot Pin KW05600 All SP101 Models
Front Latch Spring KE-57 All SP101...

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Part Name Part No. Model
Hammer Dog Spring KE-57 All SP101 Models
Hammer Dog Spring Plunger KH05100 All SP101 Models
Hammer Pivot Assembly KE-16 All SP101 Models
Hammer Strut KT01500 All SP101 Models
Hammer Strut Mainspring KW00401 All SP101 Models
Hammer Strut Mainspring Seat KT00500 All SP101 Models
Pawl KW00700 SP101 - .357 cal., .38 Special, 9mm
Pawl KW00701 SP101 - .22 cal., .32 H&R
Pawl Plunger KH05100 All SP101 Models
Pawl Plunger Spring KH05000 All SP101 Models
Rear Sight Adjustment Screw...