Smith & Wesson 41 Instructions Manual

							This completes field stripping of the firearm. No further disas
sembly should be attempted.
WARNING: NEVER DISASSEMBLE YOUR HAND
GUN BEYOND THE FIELD STRIPPING PROCESS
OUTLINED IN THIS MANUAL. NEVER MANIPULATE
ANY INTERNAL COMPONENTS BEYOND WHAT YOU ARE
SPECIFICALLY INSTRUCTED TO DO IN THIS MANUAL.
THIS MAY AFFECT THE RELIABILITY, FUNCTIONING AND
SAFETY OF YOUR HANDGUN.
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FIELD STRIPPING DISASSEMBLY CONT’D.
FIGURE15
FIELD STRIPPING
REASSEMBLY
WARNING: SAFETY GLASSES SHOULD BE
WORN DURING THIS PROCESS.
WARNING: ALWAYS FOLLOW THE FIELD 
STRIPPING INSTRUCTIONS FOR REASSEMBLY
EXACTLY. NEVER MANIPULATE ANY INTERNAL
PARTS BEYOND WHAT YOU ARE SPECIFICALLY
INSTRUCTED TO DO IN THIS MANUAL. NEVER ALTER OR
MODIFY THE PARTS IN YOUR PISTOL.
• Replace the recoil spring rod into the recoil spring.
• Replace the recoil spring and rod into the slide.
• Replace the slide and recoil spring assembly onto the 
frame.Make sure that the recoil spring is aligned properly 
into the corresponding space in the frame. (Figure 16)
• Place the slide onto the frame and pull the slide as far 
back as you possibly can to engage the slide rails with the 
tracks in the frame. (Figure 17)         
						

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FIGURE 16
FIGURE17
• Lock the slide in the open position by allowing the slide to 
come forward slightly as you push up on the slide stop.
(Figure 18)
• Place the barrel onto the frame/slide and push down into 
place as shown in Figure 19.
• Rotate the trigger guard up into place. (Figure 20)
FIELD STRIPPING REASSEMBLY CONT’D.
FIGURE 19
• Following reassembly, and prior to attempting to load 
your pistol, always make certain that the pistol is in 
proper working order and that there are no unusual 
conditions to prevent its safe operation. Follow all of 
the inspection procedures outlined in the “Inspecting 
Your Pistol” section of this manual.
FIGURE 18
FIGURE20           
						

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LUBRICATION
There are two (2) lubrication points where a single drop of
firearms lubricant should be applied. This will assure proper
lubrication of your pistol. Care should be taken not to 
overlubricate. Excess lubricant can collect large quantities of
unburnt powder and carbon residue, which could interfere with
proper functioning of the pistol. (Figure 21)
FIGURE 21
• The rear sight is fully adjustable for both windage and 
elevation. The top screw controls the elevation and each 
click raises or lowers the point of impact at the target. The 
windage adjustment screw, located on the right side of the body, controls the windage and each click moves the point of 
impact right or left at the target.
ADJUSTING FOR ELEVATIONRotate the Adjusting Screw installed on the top of the rear sight
clockwise to lower the rear sight or counterclockwise to raise the
rear sight.(Raising rear sight will raise the group, etc.)
REAR SIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
WARNING:ENSURE YOUR FIREARM IS
UNLOADED BEFORE ADJUSTING YOUR SIGHTS.
ALWAYS FOLLOW THE BASIC RULES OF SAFEGUN HANDLING.
ADJUSTINGFOR WINDAGERotate the Adjusting Screw
installed in the right side of the
rear sight clockwise to move the
rear sight blade to the right or
counterclockwise to movse it to
the left. (Moving rear sight to the
right will move the group to the
right, etc.)FIGURE23       
						

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TRIGGER STOP
ADJUSTMENT
This procedure allows you to adjust trigger overtravel.
• Pull down on the trigger guard.
• Insert a hexagonwrench into the socket set screw and rotate 
it clockwise to increase trigger travel and counterclockwise to 
decrease trigger travel.
•Close trigger guard.
•Check to ensure gun is empty, point in a safe direction and 
pull the trigger.
• If the gun does not fire, you have turned the trigger stop out 
too far. Repeat the adjustment and turn the socket set screw 
clockwise to increase trigger travel.
WARNING: ENSURE YOUR FIREARM IS
UNLOADED BEFORE ADJUSTING YOUR TRIGGERSTOP.ALWAYS FOLLOW THE BASIC RULES OF
SAFE GUN HANDLING.
FIGURE 24
MAGAZINE CARE
Your magazine can collect firing
residue; some ammunition brands
may tend to dirty the magazine
more than other brands.
Clean the outside of the 
magazine by wiping all exposed
surfaces with a clean cloth. Clean
the top of the cartridge followerand the inside of the magazine
lips (upper edges) by wiping with
a clean cloth. Clean the inside
of the magazine by holding the
follower down and swabbing the
inside of the magazine with a swab or cloth.
FIGURE 22
        
						

							WARNING: ENSURE YOUR FIREARM IS UNLOADED
BEFORE BEGINNING TO CLEAN IT (SEE UNLOADING
SECTION). ALWAYS FOLLOW THE RULES OF SAFE
GUN HANDLING.
Your firearm is a precision instrument. To ensure reliable 
function it is necessary to follow a routine maintenance 
procedure. After firing your handgun, be sure to unload it
following the procedure outlined in the section entitled“Unloading”before performing any cleaning or maintenance
procedure.
Your handgun should be cleaned by brushing the barrel bore
and chamber (charge holes) with a good powderremovingsolvent and bore brush. Wipe the areas clean with patches or a
swab.
Using a small brush dipped in solvent, remove all deposits from
around the breech of the barrel, chamber (charge holes), extrac
tor and adjacent areas which have been subjected to the action
of powder or primer residue. Remove any residue on the framewith light brushing and a solvent.After cleaning the entire gun,
use a cloth to apply a light film of high quality gun oil to all exter
nal metal surfaces and wipe clean.
CAUTION:Always follow the instructions provided with your gun cleaner
and gun lubricant.
CAUTION:Some cleaners can cause damage to your handguns. You should
avoid prolonged solvent immersion and prolonged ultrasonic
cleaning of your firearm. Choice of solvent should be restricted
to those products specifically developed for firearms maintenance.Damage to a firearm’s finish may occur if these cautions
are ignored.Ammoniated solvents or other strong alkaline sol
vents, should not be used on any Smith & Wesson firearm. As a
rule of thumb, if you would be comfortable applying the solvent
of your choice to the finish of your automobile, it will probably be
safe for use on your firearm.
After the initial cleaning, there is usually some residue in both
the barrel and cylinder that works out and becomes apparent
within 2448 hours. This can be removed with a bristle brush
and a light reapplication of powder removing solvent after which
the oil film should be reestablished on all surfaces.
WARNING: FOR ANY MAINTENANCE OR SERVICE
NOT SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL, YOU MUST USE A
GUNSMITH QUALIFIED TO PERFORM SERVICE ON
SMITH & WESSON HANDGUNS.
CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
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WARNING: NEVER MODIFY OR PERMIT YOUR HAND
GUN TO BE MODIFIED UNLESS SPECIFICALLY
DIRECTED TO DO SO IN THIS MANUAL.
WARNING: DO NOT MANIPULATE OR ADJUST ANY
PART OF YOUR FIREARM UNLESS SPECIFICALLY
DIRECTED TO DO SO IN THIS MANUAL.
If your firearm will be used or stored in a cold climate, be sure to
use an oil of an appropriate weight for that climate.
Cleaning is essential to ensure the proper functioning of your
handgun.
Additional maintenance must be performed by a qualified gun
smith. Please refer to the section entitled “Service”.
MAINTENANCE BEFORE STORAGEWhen storing, do not encase your firearm in anything that will
attract or hold moisture, for example, leather or heavy cloth.
Also, do not store guns with a plug inserted in the barrel for thiscan be a contributing factor to moisture accumulation. If your
firearm is to be stored for an extended period, the bore, cham
bers and internal working mechanism should be oiled with acid
free lubricating oil or preservative, and the external working
mechanisms, frame, cylinder and barrel should be coated with
an antirust oil. Before using your firearm again, be sure to clean
it. Every time you clean your firearm, check it for signs of wear.
If wear is noted, do not use the firearm. Return it to Smith &
Wesson for service or have it checked by a qualified gunsmith.
MAINTENANCE BEFORE USEBefore using your firearm, it should be cleaned. (See Cleaning
Instructions)  Your firearm has been treated with either a preser
vative or oil to protect it against corrosion. Before using it, allexcess oil should be wiped from the bore, chambers (charge
holes), and exposed areas using a clean swab or patch. A light
coat of high quality gun oil should be applied to the outside sur
faces and mechanism. Care should be taken not to oil the
mechanism to the degree that dirt and powder residue may be
trapped by the oil.There are further instructions in the cleaning
sectionof this manual.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE CONT’D.     
						

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SERVICE & SHIPPING
For Owners Within The United States
SERVICE
Should your Smith & Wesson firearm require service, it should
be returned to the Smith & Wesson factory or to a Smith &
Wesson Warranty Center in its original case or in a similarly
secure container. It is not necessary to take the gun to a dealer
for shipment. However, before shipping your firearm, call or e
mail our Customer Service Dept. for authorization and shipping
instructions.
Before shipping your handgun, ensure that the firearm is
unloaded and packaged securely.
DO NOT SHIP ANY 
AMMUNITION.The package must NOT bear any markings
which indicate the identity of the contents. Enclose a letter which
includes your full name and address (no P.O. Boxes, please),
daytime telephone number, email address, the serial number of
the firearm, and details of the problem experienced (stating thebrand and type of ammunition used when the problem occurred)
or work desired. Record the serial number before shipping, incase you wish to check on the repair status of your firearm.
SHIPPINGWhen shipping a firearm, it is most important that you comply
with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The followingguidelines are meant to help, but you must seek assistance from
the appropriate authorities if necessary.
•Check magazines and chambers to ensure that they 
are unloaded. Do not ship ammunition.
•Do not attempt to ship a handgun via US Postal Service;
only federally licensed dealers may ship a firearm by 
USPostal Service.
•
If your firearm must be replaced, it may be necessary to ship 
the replacement to a dealer rather than directly to you.You 
will be requested to furnish a signed FFL (Federal Firearms 
License) from your dealer in such an instance.
•When returning a pistol, please include all magazines 
ensuring they are unloaded; they are important to the 
proper function of the handgun.
Ship Centerfire pistols and ALL
revolvers to:Customer Service,2100 Roosevelt Avenue, Springfield, MA  01104
Ship ALL .22 caliber pistols to:Customer Service, 19 Aviation Drive, Houlton, ME  04730
Please call the above telephone number or email the above
address before shipping!!
Customer Service
19 Aviation Drive
Houlton, ME  04730
Tel: 8003310852 • 4137818300 ext. 2905
Email: [email protected] 
						

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SERVICE & SHIPPING CONT’D.
Since we cannot assume responsibility for custom parts and
accessories, such as stocks, special sights, or holsters, please
remove these items before returning your firearm.
Warranty repair work will begin upon receipt and examination of
the firearm. In the case of repairs or work not covered by the
warranty, a quotation covering the cost of the work plus round trip
transportation charges will be sent to you. Repairs or
modification will begin upon receipt of payment.
ACCESSORIESAccessories for your Smith & Wesson firearm are available from
your local Smith & Wesson Stocking Dealer, or directly from
Smith & Wesson.
When ordering directly from the factory, please provide the
following information:
• Model Number
• Dash Number
• Serial Number
• Approximate date of purchase
• Complete Return Address
• VISA/Discover/MasterCard Number and
Expiration Date
• For Foreign Orders Only, Fax Number or Email 
Address
Please call 18003310852, ext.2905 for any questions
you have.
WARNING:YOU MAY PURCHASE ACCESSORIES
FOR YOUR SMITH & WESSON FIREARM. YOU MUST
HAVE SOME OF THESE PARTS INSTALLED BY A
GUNSMITH QUALIFIED TO PERFORM SERVICE ON
SMITH & WESSON PISTOLS. YOU MUST NEVER ATTEMPT
TO MODIFY YOUR FIREARM OR INSTALL REPLACEMENT
PARTS IN YOUR FIREARM. ALWAYS USE A QUALIFIED
SMITH &WESSON GUNSMITH EVEN IF THE REPAIR SEEMS
TO BE SIMPLE.   
						

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WARRANTY
For Owners Within The United States
This warranty is granted by Smith & Wesson, 2100 Roosevelt
Avenue, Springfield, MA  01104. This warranty is effective from
the date of purchase after February 1, 1989 and applies to the
original owner of any handgun purchased after that date. With
respect to such handguns, this warranty supersedes any and all
other warranties.
Smith & Wesson handguns are warrantied to be free from defects
in material and workmanship. Any such defects of which
Smith & Wesson receives written notice within one year from the
date of purchase by the original owner, will be remedied by
Smith& Wesson without charge within a reasonable time after
such notification and delivery of the handgun as provided below.
If any unsafe and/or illegal condition is found during warranty
inspection, Smith & Wesson will return the handgun to its original
specification.
Warranty claims (in writing) and the handgun concerned should
be delivered to Smith & Wesson’s Customer Service Department
at the above address.In addition, a copy of the bill of sale in the
owner’s name, or a copy of ATF Form 4473 indicating date of
purchase must be included.
Warranty claims should state the model and serial number of the
handgun concerned and the description of the difficulty experienced.It is recommended that shipments be insured by the
owner, since Smith & Wesson will accept no responsibility for loss
or damage in transit. Transportation and insurance charges for
return to owner will be paid by Smith & Wesson if the claim is
covered by the warranty.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL SMITH & WESSON BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAM
AGES WITH RESPECT TO ECONOMIC LOSS, INJURY, DEATH
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, WHETHER AS A RESULT OF
BREACH OF EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY,NEGLI
GENCE OR OTHERWISE.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you in whole or in part.
Smith & Wesson will not be responsible for:
•Defects or malfunctions resulting from careless handling, 
unauthorized adjustments or modifications made or
attempted by anyone other than a qualified gunsmith follow
ing Smith & Wesson authorized procedures, or disassembly 
beyond the Field Stripping instructions in this manual.
• Use of defective or improper ammunition, corrosion, 
neglect, abuse, ordinary wear and tear, or unreasonable use.
• Criminal misuse, negligence, resale, use under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.
  
						

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WARRANTY  CONT’D.
Smith & Wesson reserves the right to determine what constitutes
ordinary wear and tear. However, we can rebuild handguns that
have experienced extreme usage or are beyond their normal useful
life at a fee that will be quoted to the owner.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have
other rights that vary from state to state.
Note: All liability is excluded in the event that the instructions in this
manual are not observed.
EXTENDED
SERVICE POLICY
For Owners Within The United States
Even after the warranty period has expired, Smith & Wesson will
repair, without charge, any handgun purchased by the original
owner on or after February 1, 1989 that is found to have a defect
in material or workmanship. Eligibility for this extended service 
policy requires returning the Product Registration Card withinthirty days of purchase.A copy of the bill of sale in the owner’s
name and the sales receipt should accompany the handgun.
If any unsafe and/or illegal condition is found during warranty 
inspection, Smith & Wesson will return the handgun to its original specification.
This policy covers functional defects;it does not include the 
handgun’s finish, grips, magazines or sights.
This policy is in addition to and not an extension of the 
Smith & Wesson Warranty.
Lifetime Service Policy
Fast Reliable ServiceIf you have any questions or concerns regarding your Smith &
Wesson product, please call 18003310852. Our customer 
service representatives are product knowledgeable and are 
here to help you.
911 Priority Repair ServiceIn the event of an emergency (repairs needed by law enforce
ment, an upcoming match or hunting trip), call 18003310852,
ext.2905 and ask for 911 Priority Repair Service. This allows you
to speak with a Smith & Wesson representative. Immediately
upon receipt, your handgun will be assigned to a gunsmith. Afterthe work is completed, we will return your Smith & Wesson hand
gun via overnight delivery.