Smith & Wesson 99 Instructions Manual
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Owner’s Manual Read the instructions and warnings in this manual CAREFULLY BEFORE using this firearm. 2100 Roosevelt Avenue • Springfield, MA 01104 1-800-331-0852 • Fax: 413-747-3317 www.smith-wesson.com SW99 SW99NJ
SMITH & WESSON PISTOL SAFETY, INSTRUCTION, AND PARTS MANUAL READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CAREFULLY. BE SURE YOU UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USING THIS FIREARM. This SAFETY, INSTRUCTION and PARTS MANUAL should always accompany this firearm and be transferred with it upon change of ownership or presented to another person. A copy of the SAFETY, INSTRUCTION, & PARTS MANUAL is available FREE upon request from: SMITH & WESSON CUSTOMER SUPPORT CENTER 2100 ROOSEVELT AVENUE SPRINGFIELD, MA 01104 TEL.: 1-800-331-0852 Email: [email protected] 2
INDEX SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 BASIC FIREARMS SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6 MODEL NUMBER IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 SAFE STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION . . . . . . . . . . .8-9 NOMENCLATURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-10 PREPARATION FOR FIRING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11 AMMUNITION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-12 INSPECTING YOUR PISTOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 REPLACING BACKSTRAPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 LOADING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15 FIRING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 LOADED CHAMBER INDICATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 COCKING INDICATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 TRIGGER - SW99NJ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 AFTER FIRING - SW99NJ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 TRIGGER - SW99 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 DECOCKING THE STRIKER - SW99 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 CLEAR ING MISFIRES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 PRODUCT WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 UNLOADING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 SIGHT ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 FIELD STRIPPING DISASSEMBLY - SW99NJ . . . . . . . . .21 FIELD STRIPPING DISASSEMBLY - SW99 . . . . . . . . . . .22 FIELD STRIPPING REASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-23 REASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 MAGAZINE DISASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 MAGAZINE REASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 CLEANING & MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 SERVICE/SHIPPING/PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25-26 WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 EXTENDED SERVICE POLICY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 COMPONENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29-30 WARNINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 3
SAFETY SAFETY IS YOUR NUMBER ONE RESPONSIBILITY!!!! •Safe gun handling is YOUR personal responsibility at all times.Firearms are dangerous and can cause serious injury and death if they are misused or used inappropriately. Safety must be the prime consideration of anyone who owns or handles firearms. •Y ou are responsible for the firearm at all times. In owning a firearm, you must undertake full-time responsibility for your firearm’s safety and security. You must protect yourself and all others against injury or death from misuse of the firearm. •Saf e storage is your responsibility.In particular, you must secure firearms safely from children and unauthorized users. A lock has been provided for your use with this firearm. •Accidents are the result of violating the rules of safe gun handling and common sense. •For your safety and the safety of others, never rely on mechanical features alone.Only your safe gun-handling habits will ensure the safe use of your firearm. This is your responsibility. •Ne ver keep ammunition in the same location as the handgun.Store in a separate and secure place. •READ and UNDERSTAND these instructions before using your firearm. WARNING YOU MUST FOLLOW ALL OF THESE SAFETY RULES TO ENSURE THE SAFE USE OF YOUR FIREARM 4
At home, in the field, at the range, or anywhere, the first concern of every firearm owner should be safety. Apply the fol- lowing safety rules in every situation, with any kind of firearm. •BEFORE HANDLING ANY FIREARM, UNDERSTAND ITS OPERATION.Not all firearms are the same. Familiarize yourself with the mechanical features of any firearm you intend to use. If you feel uncertain about any operational aspects of your handgun, please contact Smith & Wesson at 1-800-331-0852 before proceeding with its operation. •AL WAYS SAFELY STORE AND SECURE YOUR FIREARM.Safe and secure storage of your firearm is one of the most important responsibilities of firearms ownership. It is a full-time responsibility. You must always secure your firearm and ammunition separately so that they are not accessible to children or other unauthorized persons. (See Safe Storage Instructions on pages 8-9. ) •AL WAYS TREAT EVERY FIREARM AS IF IT WERE LOADED AND READY TO FIRE IF THE TRIGGER IS PULLED.Do not take anyone’s word that the firearm is unloaded – always check for yourself. Never pass your firearm to another person until the cylinder or action is open and you visually check that it is unloaded. Keep your firearm unloaded when not in use. •AL WAYS KEEP YOUR FIREARM POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION.Never point a firearm at anyone or anything you do not intend to shoot whether or not it is loaded. This is particularly important when loading, unloading, or field stripping the gun. ALWAYS control the direction of the firearm. •NEVER PLACEYOURFINGER INSIDE THE TRIGGER GUARD UNLESS YOU INTEND TO FIRE.Your firearm cannot fire unless the trigger is pulled. Ensure that other objects do not actuate the trigger. •AL WAYS BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET AND WHAT IS BEYOND IT.Always be sure of where the bullet will strike and shoot only where there is a safe backstop free of obstructions, water or other surfaces which can cause ricochets. Do not fire into the sky. BASIC FIREARM SAFETY RULES 5 WARNING! THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE BASIC FIREARM SAFETY RULES MAY RESULT IN AN UNINTENDED DISCHARGE WHICH COULD CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
ADDITIONALIMPORTANTSAFETYRULES •Never carry or store a firearm with the hammer or striker in the cocked position. •Do not allow a firearm to be used by individuals who have not read these basic firearms safety rules and do not under- stand its safe operation and the rules of safe gun-handling. •Be sure all accessories, such as holsters and grips, are compatible with the firearm and that the accessories do not interfere with safe operation. •Use the correct ammunition for your particular firearm as indicated by the marking on the barrel. Reloaded ammunition is not safe to use. •Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning firearms, or handling ammunition may result in exposure to lead and other substances known to cause birth defects, reproductive harm, and other serious physical injury. Review the warnings and labels for all ammunition and cleaning products carefully. Have adequate ventilation at all times. Wash hands thoroughly after exposure. •Never use alcohol or drugs before or while shooting. Do not use your firearm if you are on any medication which impairs, even slightly, your mental or physical ability. •Wear eye and hearing protection appropriate for firearm use every time you discharge your firearm. Make sure others in the vicinity of where you will be shooting do so as well. •Do not allow any alteration or replacement of parts in your Smith & Wesson firearm unless performed by a qualified gunsmith using genuine Smith & Wesson parts. If you do otherwise, improper functioning of your firearm may occur and serious injury may result. •Never cross obstacles such as fences or streams with a loaded firearm. •Firearm safety training is available. Contact your dealer for availability. •Appropriate use for your firearm means using your firearm for legal purposes. For example - target shooting and lawful resistance of deadly criminal force. •These are basic firearms safety rules. There are other common sense safety rules that should be followed at all times under the circumstances then presented. SAFE USE OF A FIREARM IS YOUR PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY AND THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL OF THESE BASIC SAFETY RULES MAY RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. BASIC FIREARM SAFETY RULES CONT’D. 6
MODEL NUMBER IDENTIFICATION The serial number and the model number appear here on your pistol. Equipment Rail Trigger Guard Trigger GripMagazine Magazine Release Front Sight Frame Slide Slide Stop Notch Slide Stop 7Equipment Rail Trigger Guard Trigger Grip Magazine Magazine Release Front SightFrame Slide Slide Stop Notch Decocker Slide Stop Rear Sight Rear Sight SW99 SW99NJ FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3
WARNING SAFE AND SECURE STORAGE OF YOUR FIREARM IS ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT RULES OF FIREARM SAFETY. YOUR FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. •You must always secure your firearm and ammunition separately so that they are not accessible to children or other unauthorized persons. •Safe and secure storage and transportation of your firearm are your responsibility. It is a full-time responsibility. •AL WAYS STORE YOUR FIREARM UNLOADED.Your firearm and ammunition should be stored separately in places and in a manner inaccessible to children and unauthorized persons. •SMITH & WESSON HAS PROVIDED A LOCK FOR USE WITH YOUR FIREARM.There are also a variety of other locks and safe storage containers available in the marketplace which may be appropriate for your particular needs. Consult your local gunshop, hardware store, or local police department for guidance on the variety of other safe storage devices or practices which may be appropriate for your particular needs. By purchasing this firearm you have taken on the responsibility of safely securing the firearm at all times and preventing its unauthorized use. It is your personal responsibility to select and use whatever devices or practices that will enable you to safely secure your firearm at all times. Do not use a lock on a loaded handgun. Onl y you can determine what devices or practices are appropriate for the safe storage of your firearm and your ammunition. •NEVER ASSUME THATA“HIDING”PLACE ISASECURE STORAGEMETHOD.Others may be aware of your storage location or come upon it by chance. It is your personal responsibility to use common sense when storing and securing your firearm and ammunition and to always make sure that it is not accessible to children or other unauthorized persons. •FOLLO WTHELAW!!You must be familiar with all local, state, and federal laws regarding the safe storage and transportation of your firearm. Failure to know and follow the law may result in unauthorized access or use of your firearm by another. Obey all laws relating to the storage and transportation of firearms. •NEVER TRANSPORT A LOADED FIREARM.When transporting your firearm, be sure it is unloaded and that the cylinder or action is open. SAFE STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION 8
•Your local police department or gunshop will furnish you with available information on storing and/or transporting a firearm legally. •Y OUR FIREARM IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.Protect your firearm from theft or misuse by untrained or unqualified individuals. MAINTENANCE BEFORE ST ORAGEWhen 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 this is a contributing factor to moisture accumulation. If your firearm is to be stored for an extended period, the bore, chambers 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 anti-rust 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 USE Before using your firearm, it should be cleaned. (See Cleaning Instructions at page 24.) Your firearm has been treated with either a preservative or oil to protect it against corrosion. Before using it, all excess oil should be wiped from the bore, chamber(s), and exposed areas using a clean swab or patch. A light coat of high quality gun oil should be applied to the outside surfaces and mechanism. Care should be taken not to oil the mechanism to the degree that dust and lint may be trapped by the oil. SAFE STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION CONT’D. Smith & Wesson handguns are simple and safe to use when the basic firearm safety rules are followed. There are a number of internal safety mechanisms within the lockwork of the handgun which ensure that the firearm will not discharge unless the trigger of the handgun is pulled. That is one reason why it is important to never modify or alter your firearm. Before you use your handgun, you should be fully familiar with its operation. Here is a description of its basic functions and see pages 29 & 30 for a drawing of its component parts: AMMUNITION-CENTERFIRE -Ammunition which contains the primer in the center of the base of the case. Among the most common centerfire handgun cartridges are the .32, .38 Special, .380, 9mm, .357 Magnum®, .40 S&W®, .45 ACP and the .44 Magnum®. CALIBER -The diameter of a bullet, designated in hundredths or thousandths of an inch (.357) or in millimeters (9mm). DECOCK -The process by which the hammer or striker is safely lowered. NOMENCLATURE 9
DOUBLE ACTION-A firing action where the hammer or striker is drawn back, released, and the gun fired by a single pull of the trigger. DOUBLE A CTION ONLY-A firearm designed so that it can only be fired in double action. PIST OL-A handgun that contains the cartridges in a magazine. REV OLVER-A handgun that contains the cartridges in a cylinder that revolves at the rear of the barrel. SINGLE A CTION-Pulling the trigger to fire the handgun by releasing the hammer from the cocked position. The operation of your handgun will be explained in greater detail in the pages that follow, as well as a greater description of key component parts. NOMENCLATURE CONT’D. PREPARATION FOR FIRING ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION WHICH IS SPECIFIED FOR FIREARM USE. •Failure to wear adequate and proper ear protection on even one occasion can potentially permanently damage your hearing. Make sure others who are nearby are wearing ear protection as well. •Always wear safety glasses, whether indoors or out. Safety glasses protect your eyes from the firing flash and particles associated with the discharge of ammunition. •DO NO T SHOOT AT HARD SURFACES,WATER OR UP INTO THE SKY.Always select a place to shoot that has a safe backstop, is free from obstructions and water surfaces which cause ricochets. •Alw ays beaware of other people so that persons cannot accidentally walk into the line of fire. •Position the shooter and all others so that they are not within an area where they may be struck by particle-spitting from a revolver or by ejected cases from other types of firearms. •Keep fingers and other parts of your body away from the muzzle and away from the gap between the revolver barrel and cylinder, and away from the pistol slide and ejection port. •Be alert and always follow the safety instruction of the range officer. 10