Ruger Super Redhawk Instructions Manual

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Practice this important gun handling skill with an unloaded revolver until you
have developed the proper control and ‘touch’ to decock your revolver safely. The
key to safe decocking is having the weight of the revolver controlled with one
hand, while the thumb and forefinger of the ‘shooting  hand’ control the
hammer and trigger. Improperly restraining the trigger during this procedure
may result in the hammer not resting fully against the frame. If this should
occur, carefully repeat the procedure for decocking, steps 1–4 again.
UNCOCKING THE REVOLVER
FIGURE 4
A. With the thumb controlling the hammer
as shown (1), squeeze trigger to permit
hammer to ‘break free’ (2).
TO UNLOAD OR EJECT CARTRIDGE CASES
KEEP THE REVOLVER POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION!
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO UNLOAD WHEN THE HAMMER IS COCKED.
1. Uncock the revolver (See pp. 10 - 11).
2. Press crane latch. Guide cylinder out left of frame as for loading. The revolver
now cannot be fired.
3. Push head of ejector rod smartly toward rear of cylinder until it stops. This
action will extract cartridges or fired cases. Do not eject live cartridges onto
any surface where a primer might strike a solid object and discharge the
cartridge.
4.Check to be sure all chambers are empty.
B.When hammer is free, IMMEDIATELY
release trigger (3). Then lower hammer
slowly to its resting position completely
down against frame (4).
AB
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							12 NOTE:  When ejecting fired cartridge cases, position the revolver at a
high angle so the cases will come fully out of the chambers and not slip
under the ejector. This high angle positioning is not necessary when
ejecting unfired cartridges.
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CORRECT UNLOADING SEQUENCE
WARNING – DISASSEMBLY
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4
UNLOAD BEFORE CLEANING
Always unload a firearm before
cleaning, lubrication, disassembly
or assembly.
Never remove or install a loaded
cylinder – it can fire if dropped or
struck. 
						

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DISASSEMBLY
Read instructions before disassembling a gun.
1.BE CERTAIN THE REVOLVER IS UNLOADED BEFORE DISASSEMBLY.
2. Using a properly fitting screwdriver, remove
grip screw. Remove pistol grip inserts from
grips. Grip panel locator may then be removed.
Pull grip downward off frame. Take care not to
lose the disassembly pin, which may fall free
when the grip is removed (See Figure 5).
3. Cock the hammer. Insert disassembly pin
about one half its length into the hole at the
rear of the mainspring strut. Lacking a
disassembly pin, any similar instrument will serve. 
4. With thumb on hammer spur, squeeze trigger allowing hammer to go fully
forward. Lift out mainspring assembly. CAUTION: Do not remove the
disassembly pin until the mainspring assembly is reinstalled in the revolver at
the time of reassembly. Doing so will permit
the mainspring to fly off its strut with great
force and may cause injury.
5. Pull trigger and remove hammer pivot while
holding trigger in a rearward position. Lift
hammer out of the top of the frame while
trigger is held in a rearward position (See
Figure 6).
Figure 5
Figure 6
6. Use mainspring assembly to depress trigger guard lock plunger located inside
frame at rear of trigger guard. Simultaneously pull down and remove trigger
guard assembly (See Figures 7 & 8).
Figure 7 Figure 8 
						

							NOTE: If you cannot supply sufficient force to the plunger using the mainspring
assembly as a “tool”, then use a screwdriver of appropriate size and insert
through hole in frame. It may be necessary to slightly depress the trigger while
removing the trigger guard assembly.
7. Cradle the revolver frame in your left hand and with the thumb of your right
hand press cylinder latch button, swing out cylinder assembly and remove it
forward from the frame.
8. Further disassembly is not essential for normal cleaning purposes. Any further
disassembly should only be undertaken by factory service personnel.
REASSEMBLY
AGAIN, BE CERTAIN REVOLVER IS UNLOADED!
Before starting reassembly, be certain that all components and the inside of the
frame are thoroughly clean. In particular the tongue on the front of the trigger
guard and its mating recess in the frame must be completely clean.
1. Replace cylinder and crane assembly in frame and close cylinder.
2. Hook front of trigger guard into recess in
frame (See Figure 7). Align pawl in its recess
in the frame and be sure transfer bar is in
correct position in rear of firing pin. Swing
trigger guard upward into position in frame
then allow latch to re-engage. If solid
resistance is felt when swinging trigger guard
into frame, or if trigger guard will not lock
into position re-check position of pawl and
transfer bar (See Figure 9).
NOTE: At this point in reassembly trigger should function to rotate and lock the
cylinder. Pull the trigger a few times, to check proper functioning, as always
with the revolver pointed in a safe direction.
3. Hold trigger in its rearward position and insert hammer into frame. Install
hammer pivot. Release trigger and permit hammer to go fully forward.
4. With hammer forward, insert mainspring assembly into frame. Position the
two ends of notch in the mainspring seat onto the matching projections of the
grip frame. (Note: The large notch in the mainspring seat should be forward to
allow clearance for the grip screw.) Hold mainspring assembly in position and
cock hammer. It may be necessary to move the mainspring assembly a little to
properly position the upper end of the mainspring strut to rest in recess in the
hammer. When the hammer is cocked, disassembly pin can be removed (It will
fall free).
5. Squeeze trigger and ease hammer down. Put the disassembly pin in its “nest.”
Push grip upward onto the frame, install grip panel locator and place pistol
inserts into position. Install and tighten grip panel screw.
6. Open and close cylinder. Function the trigger and hammer single action and
double action to be certain that all parts are working properly.
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Figure 9 
						

							Firing a revolver with oil, grease, or any other
material even partially obstructing the bore
may result in damage to the revolver and
serious injury to the shooter and those nearby.
Do not spray or apply lubricants directly on
ammunition. If the powder charge of a
cartridge is affected by the lubricant, it may not
be ignited, but the energy from the primer may
be sufficient to push the bullet into the bore
where it may become lodged. Firing a
subsequent bullet into the obstructed bore may
damage the revolver and cause serious injury
or death to the shooter and those nearby. Use
lubricants properly. You are responsible for the
proper care and maintenance of your firearms.
IMPROPER LUBRICATION
DESTROYS GUNS
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CARE AND CLEANING
ALWAYS BE CERTAIN THE REVOLVER IS UNLOADED BEFORE CLEANING.
The internal mechanism of the Super Redhawk revolver can be lubricated
without disassembly. A few drops of light oil recommended as suitable for
firearms, applied periodically about the various frame openings, will work its way
into the mechanism parts. The exterior of the revolver and the bore and
chambers should be thoroughly cleaned and then wiped with an oily cloth if the
gun is to be stored. Do not apply excess lubrication.
To clean the revolver after firing, swing the cylinder out and clean the barrel
from the muzzle by running a cleaning rod with a solvent coated patch through
the bore several times. A bronze wire brush (of correct size for gun caliber)
attached to the cleaning rod should then be pushed the full length of the bore
several times. Again swab the bore with a solvent coated patch. Then wipe the
rod clean and, using a dry patch, swab the bore until it is clean. Examine the
bore to be sure that no fouling remains. Repeat the above procedure for each of
the six chambers.
Chambers must be thoroughly scrubbed to remove build-up of bullet metal and
firing residue. A dirty chamber can prevent full seating of a cartridge, which in
turn causes the cylinder to bind. DO NOT APPLY EXCESSIVE OIL TO
UNDERSIDE OF EJECTOR – AREA SHOULD BE WIPED DRY WITH OILY
CLOTH. Also, the underside of the ejector (‘star’) and the area of the cylinder
where the ejector seats, must be clean. Dirt can prevent the ejector from fully
seating. That condition can cause hard closing of the cylinder and interfere with
proper cylinder rotation.
WARNING – LUBRICATION
If lead bullet loads are fired extensively, lead build-up may cause cylinder binding.
Lubricate the cylinder crane gap with Break-Free® CLP or some other lubrication
which meets mil. spec. Mil-1-63460 to prevent this condition. 
						

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STORAGE
GUNS SHOULD NOT BE STORED LOADED!
USE THE LOCKING DEVICE SUPPLIED WITH THE REVOLVER FOR STORAGE.
(SEEPAGE2)
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 sur
e that each chamber is completely unloaded!
With a coin or screwdriver, unscrew the grip panels and remove the grips. Cock the
hammer and then insert the disassembly pin into the hole at the bottom of the
mainspring strut. Uncock the hammer, remove the hammer strut from the frame,
remove the hammer pivot from the frame, and lift the hammer out of the top of
the frame. Use a screwdriver to depress the trigger housing latch and remove the
trigger assembly from the bottom of the frame.
Store the hammer and the trigger assembly in different locations from the frame.
When disassembled in this manner, the revolver is inoperable. It is impossible to
fire the revolver until the trigger assembly and the hammer have been correctly
reassembled into the frame.
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 other
unauthorized person.
STORE SECURELY & UNLOADED
WARNING – STORAGE
LOADED
To reassemble the revolver for firing, carefully reinsert the trigger housing into
the frame. Place the hammer into the top of the frame, and reinsert the hammer
pivot pin. Cock the hammer, reinstall the mainspring strut, and remove the  
						

							CARE OF STAINLESS STEEL REVOLVERS
Revolvers made of stainless steel are more resistant to corrosion than blued steel
revolvers. However, in the interest of proper operation and long life of your
revolver, inspect it frequently and clean, lubricate and apply an appropriate rust
preventative.
Sometimes surface discoloration may be noted, particularly in the grip area of
stainless steel revolvers, resulting from perspiration. Contact with some types of
holsters can also cause stains or rusting. Rusting may also occur as a result of
the revolver being exposed to moisture, humidity, salt air or chemicals.
Minor discoloration can usually be removed by rubbing the stained area with an
abrasive ink eraser, crocus cloth, or a “metal polishing” compound. When using
any of these abrasives, proceed with care and use light pressure to achieve a
blending of ‘color’ with those areas that are not discolored.
External surfaces of the barrel, frame and cylinder should be cleaned and wiped
dry after use or after exposure to adverse conditions. If the revolver is to be
stored, coat it with a light film of oil or preservative. Where the revolver is in
continuing use, and the presence of oil or grease would be objectionable, then
the external surfaces can be coated (after cleaning and drying) with a paste wax
formulated for use on metals. Apply the wax sparingly, allow time for it to dry
hard, then buff lightly with a soft cloth. When applying the wax, take care that it
does not get into the mechanism or on the functioning parts such as the
hammer, trigger, crane latch, etc. A properly applied hard wax coating will not
interfere with gun handling and it will provide a measure of protection.
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ATTACHING RUGER SCOPE RINGS
Each Ruger scope ring is a mated assembly of a top and a base. Do not mix the
parts of the two ring assemblies as they are not interchangeable. On the
underside of each mounting ring assembly there is an integral lug, located off
center with respect to the front and back sides of the mount. The lug is nearer to
the front surface. By reference to the lug, the mounting ring can be correctly
assembled with the front of the ring toward the muzzle of the revolver.
1. Disassemble one ring and reassemble over the scope body between the turret
and the eyepiece. (Note: High ring goes on front mount. Low ring on rear
mount.)
2. Install the four top screws. Do not tighten.
disassembly pin from the mainspring strut. Lower the hammer and replace the
grips on the revolver. The revolver is now reassembled and can be loaded and
fired normally.
While the revolver is less likely to be used by unauthorized persons when
disassembled in the above manner, it is always safest to store a firearm with
the supplied locking device correctly installed, or to store the firearm in a gun
safe or other secure location, away from children and unauthorized adults.
Guns should always be stored securely, unloaded
and separate from their
ammunition. 
						

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SIGHTS
The Super Redhawk revolver is provided with an insert front sight. To change the
front sight, depress the spring-loaded plunger in the front of the barrel rib with a
small punch and lift rear of sight blade. The adjustable rear sight has a white
outline blade. Each click of the rear sight adjustment screws (either windage or
elevation) will move the point of impact of the bullet approximately 3/4” at a
distance of 25 yards. Move the rear sight in the direction you desire the bullet to
move on the target. The suggested sight picture is shown below. See “Attaching
Ruger Scope Rings,” p. 17.
RIGHT
LEFT
To raisepoint of impact: turn screw
counterclockwise.
To lower
point of impact: turn screw
clockwise.
To move the point of impact to the right:
turn screw counterclockwise.
To move the point of impact to the left
:
turn screw clockwise.
SUGGESTED SIGHT PICTURE
Top of front sight even with top of rear
sight blade.
Front sight centered in notch of rear
sight blade. Target bullseye centered
on top of front sight.
UP
DOWN
ELEVATIONWINDAGE
3. Disassemble the other ring and install it on the forward section of the scope
tube with the lug forwardly also. Install the four top screws. Again, do not
tighten.
4. Assemble the rings to the frame with the lugs engaging the recesses in the top
surface of the receiver. Tighten the clamp nuts so that the rings are locked to
the semi-circular cuts on the sides of the frame.
5. Rotate the scope until cross-hairs are aligned properly, and slide the scope to
desired eye relief. Then tighten the eight top screws each a bit at a time to grip
the scope body.
6. Sight in according to the directions with your scope.  
						

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SERVICE AND PARTS POLICY
If you have any questions with regard to the performance of your RUGER®
SUPER REDHAWK revolver please write or call (603-865-2442) our
Product Service Department in Newport, New Hampshire 03773, fully describing
all circumstances and conditions involved. If you should return your rifle to the
factory for repair, or order parts for it, please comply with the following
suggestions for prompt service:
SHIPPING FIREARMS FOR REPAIR
RUGER®SUPER REDHAWKrevolvers returned to the factory for repair
should be sent to: Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc., Product Service Department,
411 Sunapee St., Newport, New Hampshire 03773. Telephone (603) 865-2442.
Guns should be sent prepaid. We will not accept collect shipments.
The Federal Gun Control Act, as well as the laws of most States and localities, do
not prohibit an individual (who is not otherwise barred from purchasing or
possessing a firearm) from shipping a firearm directly to the manufacturer for
repair. However, before you ship your revolver to us, be certain that your State or
locality does not have a law or regulation which will prohibit you from receiving
the revolver from us after it has been repaired. If such receiving is prohibited,
then please have a Federally Licensed firearms dealer ship the gun to us. If your
revolver is sent to us by a dealer, it will be returned to him after being repaired.
If a handgun (pistol or revolver) is shipped by an individual who does not hold a
Federal Firearms License, it must be shipped via U.P.S. (Next Day Air) Persons
who do not hold a Federal Firearms License are prohibited by Federal law from
shipping a handgun by Mail. Handguns mailed in violation of the law are
impounded by the Post Office.
Enclose a letter which includes your name, address, telephone number, and
serial number and model of the firearm. Describe the trouble you have
experienced with your revolver, or the work you wish to have done. Merely saying
that the revolver “needs repair” is inadequate information. State precisely what is
wrong. Please enclose copies of any previous correspondence. 
Work performed will bear a net minimum labor charge of $20.00 plus a $20.00
shipping and handling charge. The charge for metal refinishing is $50.00 plus a
$20.00 shipping and handling charge. Custom gunsmithing service or
nonstandard alterations are NOT AVAILABLE from Ruger Product Service
Departments.
Please do not send your holster, custom grip panels, or others accessories with
any revolver being shipped to us. DO NOT SEND GUN BOXES OR
LITERATURE THAT YOU CONSIDER TO BE COLLECTOR’S ITEMS –
THESE ARE INVARIABLY DAMAGED OR DESTROYED IN SHIPMENT.
WARNING–BEFORE SHIPPING ANY FIREARM, BE
ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN THAT IT AND ITS
CYLINDER ARE UNLOADED. DO NOT SHIP
CARTRIDGES WITH A FIREARM. 
						

							It is the purchaser’s responsibility to be
absolutely certain that any parts ordered from
the factory are correctly fitted and installed.
Firearms are complicated mechanisms and
IMPROPER FITTING OF PARTS MAY RESULT IN
A DANGEROUS MALFUNCTION, DAMAGE TO
THE FIREARM, AND SERIOUS INJURY TO THE
SHOOTER AND OTHER PERSONS. The
purchaser and installer of parts must accept full
responsibility for the correct adjustment and
functioning of the revolver after such
installation.
PARTS MUST FIT CORRECTLY
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WARNING – PARTS PURCHASERS
ORDERING PARTS
Please contact the New Hampshire Product Service Department for parts
availability and current prices. All parts orders for the RUGER®SUPER
REDHAWKrevolvers should be sent to : Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc., Product
Service Department, 411 Sunapee Street, Newport, New Hampshire, 03773, 603-
865-2442. We cannot comply with open account or C.O.D. orders. Payment in
the form of a check, money order, Visa or Mastercard must accompany your
order. Credit Card orders must include the account number, expiration date and
whether it is a Visa or Mastercard account. Minimum parts order is $1.00 plus
$3.50 shipping and handling charge. Order parts by Part Name and Part Number
and include the entire serial number of the firearm for which the parts are being
ordered. There is a minimum net labor charge of $20.00 plus $20.00 shipping
and handling charge if the parts are factory fitted. All factory fitted parts are fit
on an exchange basis only. We will not return the replaced parts.
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 receivers 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 it is a serial numbered part, the frame of the RUGER
®SUPER
REDHAWKrevolver is defined as a ‘firearm’ by Federal Law and is not offered
for sale as a component part.
Parts designated by an asterisk (*) must be factory fitted. These parts are fitted
on an exchange basis only. We will not return the replaced parts. We will not
return any part that is broken, malfunctioning, badly worn or has been modified.
See “Warning – Parts Purchasers” above.
CAUTION: A gun containing modified, broken,
malfunctioning, or badly worn parts should not be fired.