Manual
Do Not Alter or Modify Your Gun and Have It Serviced Regularly.
Firearms are complex mechanisms that are designed to function properly in their original
condition. Any alterations or changes made to a firearm after its manufacture can make the
gun unsafe and will void its warranty. Do not jeopardize your safety or the safety of others
by altering the trigger, mechanical safety or other mechanisms of your firearm. You should
have your firearm periodically checked for proper functioning and serviced by a qualified
gunsmith.
Commandment #10
WARNING!
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 injury. Have adequate ventilation at all
times when shooting. Wash hands thoroughly after exposure.
Basics of Safe Gun Handling
1. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.
2. Firearms should be unloaded when not actually in use.
3. Don’t totally rely on your gun’s safety.
4. Be sure of your target and what’s beyond it.
5. Use the correct ammunition for your firearm.
6. If your gun fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, handle with care.
7. Always wear eye and ear protection when shooting.
8. Be sure the barrel is clear of obstructions before shooting.
9. Don’t alter or modify your firearm and have your firearm(s) serviced regularly.
10. Learn the mechanics and handling characteristics of the firearm you are using.
Safe gun handling depends on you! A safe shooter is a knowledgeable shooter.
There is one other rule that must be strictly observed when handling firearms - Shoot Sober!
Alcohol, certain kinds of drugs and firearms don’t mix. Safe firearms handling requires alertness and
concentration on one’s actions. You cannot handle a firearm safely after consuming alcohol. Never
consume anything that can impair your judgement or physical coordination when handling a firearm.
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Commandment #8
Be Sure the Barrel Is Clear of Obstructions Before Shooting.
Discharging a firearm with an obstruction in the barrel can result in personal injury,
property damage or death. Before you load your firearm, check the chamber and
magazine to ascertain that no ammunition is inside. Also, check the inside of the barrel
(called the “bore”) to ensure it is free of obstructions. Even a small amount of mud, snow or
excess lubricating oil or grease in the bore can cause excessive pressures resulting in a
bulged or burst barrel which can injure or kill the shooter and bystanders. It’s a good idea to
make a habit of cleaning the bore and checking for obstructions with a cleaning rod just
before each shooting session. If the noise or recoil experienced upon firing seems low or
weak, or something doesn’t feel “right”, cease firing immediately and check to make sure
that there is no obstruction in the barrel. Placing an undersized shell or cartridge into a gun
(such as a 20-gauge shell in a shotgun chambered for 12-gauge ammunition) can result in
the smaller round of ammunition falling into the barrel and acting as an obstruction.
When a round is subsequently fired, the barrel may burst causing injury to the shooter and
bystanders. For reference, re-read Commandment #5.
Commandment #9
Learn the Mechanical and Handling Characteristics of Your Firearm.
Not all firearms operate the same way. The method of carrying, handling and operating
firearms varies with the mechanical characteristics of each gun. Thus, you should never
handle any firearm until you become familiar with the safe handling, loading, unloading
and carrying procedures for that particular firearm, as well as the rules for safe gun
handling in general.