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Dan Wesson Firearms Revolver Instruction Manual

Large Frame and SuperMag Models

NOTICE:

Dan Wesson Firearms Co., Inc. shall not be responsible for injury, death or damage to property resulting from intentional or accidental discharge of this

firearm, or from its use in a manner for which it was not designed. Wesson Firearms will not honor claims involving this firearm which result from

careless or improper handling, unauthorized adjustment, alteration, corrosion, neglect, the use of improper caliber ammunition, the use of ammunition

other than original high quality commercially manufactured ammunition in good condition, or any combination thereof. Wesson Firearms will not honor

claims involving this firearm for any reason when claims are made by a subsequent owner.

IMPORTANT:

Before leaving the factory, this firearm was carefully tested, inspected, and packaged. Please examine the firearm at the time of purchase to make sure

it is unloaded and undamaged as Wesson Firearms cannot control the handling of this product after it leaves the factory. The dealer Will be pleased to

assist you in making this examination and will answer any questions.

FEATURES

1. VERSATILITY

This instruction manual should always accompany this firearm and be transferred with it upon change of ownership.

The Dan Wesson revolver is much more versatile than the usual single purpose firearm and can be adapted to handle a variety of shooting situations

in a manner of minutes.

Barrel: Dan Wesson revolvers provide the ultimate in interchangeability of barrel lengths and shroud styles because they can be replaced by the

users themselves without the machining, fitting, or special equipment necessary to change the barrels on other revolvers.

Frame: The ejector rod and lock are located at the front of your Dan Wesson revolver. This positioning keeps the latch out of the way of your thumb

while shouting and makes a more positive lock where the barrel meets the cylinder.

Grip: You may change your Dan Wesson revolver from a square to a round butt style by simply changing the grip. There are several styles of grips

and woods available, all inter changeable. This

Rear Sight: Your Dan Wesson revolver is equipped with a rear sight which has interchangeable rear blades with various notch widths, to

accommodate any shooting condition.

Front Sight: All Dan Wesson target revolvers are now equipped with interchangeable, colored front sight blades for increased accuracy in any

shooting situation Target (Patridge) sights are also available.

2. DESIGN

The Dan Wesson revolver was designed with an eye toward simplicity and interchangeability. Utilizing modern machine methods, we are able to

control tolerances to produce parts to exact engineering specifications resulting in a creep-free single action and a fast, short double action.

3. SAFETY

The Dan Wesson incorporates an automatic safety device which prevents the hammer from striking the firing pin connector unless the trigger is

retracted and held in the firing position. If during cocking the revolver, the hammer were to slip from your thumb, or if the revolver is dropped on

the hammer spur, the revolver will not fire provided the trigger is not In the firing position.

During the normal firing cycle, the safety connector is positioned between the hammer and firing pin. When the hammer moves forward, it strikes

the connector, which transfers Its energy to the firing pin to fire the revolver. However, If the trigger is released before the hammer is cocked,

either single or double action, the safety connector will be withdrawn to prevent the hammer energy from being transferred to the firing pin.

4. ACCURACY

The accuracy at the Dan Wesson revolver has been well established. Superior accuracy is achieved by virtue of the basic design of the Dan

Wesson revolver. It is the only revolver in which the barrel is secured at both ends and always under tension. The cylinder latch is located up front to

ensure proper, position of cylinder to barrel and the barrel itself is flat and square with the bore.

. CONSTRUCTION

The Dan Wesson barrel is made of heat treated chrome molybdenum steel. The frame is of the finest investment cast steel. The single piece

construction of the grip is durable and offer protection to the steel frame otherwise exposed to corrosive salts from the user's hands. In addition the one piece

grip is less likely to split or break.

Summary of content (8 pages)

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Dan Wesson Firearms Revolver Instruction Manual Large Frame and SuperMag Models NOTICE: Dan Wesson Firearms Co., Inc. shall not be responsible for injury, death or damage to property resulting from intentional or accidental discharge of this firearm, or from its use in a manner for which it was not designed.
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Dan Wesson Firearms Revolver Instruction Manual Large Frame and SuperMag Models SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TO FULLY AND SAFELY ENJOY SHOOTING YOUR DAN WESSON REVOLVER, WE URGE YOU TO CAREFULLY READ THIS ENTIRE INSTRUCTION B O O K L E T B E F O R E ATTEMPTING TO LOAD AND USE THIS F I R E A R M . CAUTIONS 1. Always treat your revolver as if it were loaded so that it's never fired accidentally when thought to be unloaded. 2.
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Dan Wesson Firearms Revolver Instruction Manual Large Frame and SuperMag Models 26. Always instruct children to respect firearms. 27. If you teach children to shoot, teach them to use the revolver properly and always supervise them closely. Always stress safety to avoid any possibility of accidental injury, death or damage to property. The Dan Wesson revolver can be fired either single action by cocking the hammer with the thumb and then squeezing the trigger to release the hammer.
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position. Dan Wesson Firearms Revolver Instruction Manual Large Frame and SuperMag Models 6. Rotate cylinder by hand until bolt drops into locking notch, positioning the chamber and barrel. If cylinder cannot be turned, and bolt is in locked position, the revolver is ready for firing. IMPORTANT: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLOSE THE CYLINDER WITH THE HAMMER COCKED AND DO NOT SLAM YOUR CYLINDER CLOSED FORCEFULLY, AS DAMAGE TO THE MECHANISM COULD RESULT UNLOADING INSTRUCTIONS 1.
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Dan Wesson Firearms Revolver Instruction Manual Large Frame and SuperMag Models HAMMER FIG. 2 CAUTION: Keep Finger Clear of Trigger During Cocking C A U T I O N : B E S U R E R E V O L V E R IS NOT L O A D E D B E F O R E A T T E M P T I N G TO C L E A N , C H A N G E B A R R E L OR S E R V I C E YOUR R E V O L V E R . CLEANING Your Dan Wesson revolver should be kept clean and lightly oiled.
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Dan Wesson Firearms Revolver Instruction Manual Large Frame and SuperMag Models 7. Keeping the gauge in place. install new shroud over barrel and locating pin 8. Assemble barrel nut (slots up) using wrench, Tighten so that firm pressure is required to unscrew the nut. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. 9. Recheck gap between cylinder and barrel by moving gauge There should be slight pressure against the gauge, but it should be possible to move it. WARNING: THE BARREL AND CYLINDER GAP IS CRITICAL.
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Dan Wesson Firearms Revolver Instruction Manual Large Frame and SuperMag Models SERVICING A N D REPAIR Should your Dan Wesson revolver require service or repair, make certain it is NOT LOADED and send it to Dan Wesson Firearms Co.. Inc. where competent gunsmiths can quickly make the necessary repairs. In illustrated parts breakdown is included in this booklet to help you identify the component parts of the revolver. Accessory items and parts are available from your dealer.
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