LCR & LCRx Instruction Manual

PM199

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

FOR

RUGER

LCR

AND

LCRx

DOUBLE-ACTION REVOLVERS

This manual may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the express written

permission of Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc.

For Service on This Model Please Call:

(336) 949-5200 (See p. 28)

THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHOULD ALWAYS ACCOMPANY THIS FIREARM AND BE

TRANSFERRED WITH IT UPON CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP, OR WHEN THE FIREARM IS LOANED

OR PRESENTED TO ANOTHER PERSON

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LCR/12-17 R12

READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND

WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY

BEFORE USING THIS FIREARM

– Rugged, Reliable Firearms

–

ADVERTENCIA

State-By-State Warnings

Certain states require by law that their own specified warning

notices in larger-than-normal type be conspicuously included by

the manufacturer, distributor or retailer with firearms sold in that

state. Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. sells its products in compliance

with applicable laws and regulations. Because our products may be

sold in these states, we include the following:

California:

“Las armas de fuego deben manipularse de manera responsable y

segura para evitar el acceso de niños y otros usuarios no autorizados.

California tiene leyes estrictas relacionadas con armas de fuego, y

usted puede ser multado o encarcelado si no las cumple. Visite el sitio

web del Procurador General de California en

https://oag.ca.gov/firearms para obtener información sobre las leyes

de armas de fuego que le son aplicables y cómo puede cumplirlas.

A los niños los atraen las armas de fuego y las pueden hacer funcionar.

Ellos pueden causarses lesions graves y la muerte. Evite que los niños

tengan accesso a las armas de fuego guardándolas siempre con llave y

descargadas cuando no las esté utilizando. Si usted tiene un arma de

fuego cargada en un lugar en que un niño tiene acceso a ella y la usa

indebidamente, le pueden dar una multa o enviarlo a la carcel.”

WARNING

“Firearms must be handled responsibly and securely stored to

prevent access by children and other unauthorized users. California

has strict laws pertaining to firearms, and you may be fined or

imprisoned if you fail to comply with them. Visit the Web site of the

California Attorney General at https://oag.ca.gov/firearms for

information on firearm laws applicable to you and how you can

comply.

Prevent child access by always keeping guns locked away and

unloaded when not in use. If you keep a loaded firearm where a child

obtains and improperly uses it, you may be fined or sent to prison.”

Connecticut:

“UNLAWFUL STORAGE OF A LOADED FIREARM MAY

RESULT IN IMPRISONMENT OR FINE.”

Florida:

“IT IS UNLAWFUL, AND PUNISHABLE BY

IMPRISONMENT AND FINE, FOR ANY ADULT TO

STORE OR LEAVE A FIREARM IN ANY PLACE WITHIN

THE REACH OR EASY ACCESS OF A MINOR UNDER 18

YEARS OF AGE OR TO KNOWINGLY SELL OR

OTHERWISE TRANSFER OWNERSHIP OR POSSESSION

OF A FIREARM TO A MINOR OR A PERSON OF

UNSOUND MIND.”

Maine:

“ENDANGERING THE WELFARE OF A CHILD IS A

CRIME. IF YOU LEAVE A FIREARM AND AMMUNITION

WITHIN EASY ACCESS OF A CHILD, YOU MAY BE

SUBJECT TO FINE, IMPRISONMENT OR BOTH. KEEP

FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION SEPARATE. KEEP

FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION LOCKED UP. USE

TRIGGER LOCKS.”

Maryland:

“WARNING: Children can operate firearms which may cause

death or serious injury. It is a crime to store or leave a loaded

firearm in any location where an individual knew or should

have known that an unsupervised minor would gain access to

the firearm. Store your firearm responsibly!”

Massachusetts:

“WARNING FROM THE MASSACHUSETTS ATTORNEY

GENERAL: This handgun is not equipped with a device that

fully blocks use by unauthorized users. More than 200,000

firearms like this one are stolen from their owners every year in

the United States. In addition, there are more than a thousand

suicides each year by younger children and teenagers who get

access to firearms. Hundreds more die from accidental

discharge. It is likely that many more children sustain serious

wounds, or inflict such wounds accidentally on others. In order

to limit the chance of such misuse, it is imperative that you keep

this weapon locked in a secure place and take other steps

necessary to limit the possibility of theft or accident. Failure to

take reasonable preventive steps may result in innocent lives

being lost, and in some circumstances may result in your

liability for these deaths.”

“IT IS UNLAWFUL TO STORE OR KEEP A FIREARM,

RIFLE, SHOTGUN OR MACHINE GUN IN ANY PLACE

UNLESS THAT WEAPON IS EQUIPPED WITH A TAMPER-

RESISTANT SAFETY DEVICE OR IS STORED OR KEPT IN

A SECURELY LOCKED CONTAINER.”

New Jersey:

“IT IS A CRIMINAL OFFENSE TO LEAVE A LOADED

FIREARM WITHIN EASY ACCESS OF A MINOR.”

New York City:

“THE USE OF A LOCKING DEVICE OR SAFETY LOCK IS

ONLY ONE ASPECT OF RESPONSIBLE FIREARM

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

UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS.”

North Carolina:

“IT IS UNLAWFUL TO STORE OR LEAVE A FIREARM

THAT CAN BE DISCHARGED IN A MANNER THAT A

REASONABLE PERSON SHOULD KNOW IS

ACCESSIBLE TO A MINOR.”

Texas:

“IT IS UNLAWFUL TO STORE, TRANSPORT, OR

ABANDON AN UNSECURED FIREARM IN A PLACE

WHERE CHILDREN ARE LIKELY TO BE AND CAN

OBTAIN ACCESS TO THE FIREARM.”

Wisconsin:

“IF YOU LEAVE A LOADED FIREARM WITHIN THE

REACH OR EASY ACCESS OF A CHILD YOU MAY BE

FINED OR IMPRISONED OR BOTH IF THE CHILD

IMPROPERLY DISCHARGES, POSSESSES, OR EXHIBITS

THE FIREARM.”

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

Please check with your licensed retailer or state police for

additional warnings which may be required by local law or

regulation. Such regulations change constantly, and local

authorities are in the best position to advise you on such legal

matters.

FIREARMS SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

SAFETY MUST BE THE FIRST AND CONSTANT

CONSIDERATION OF EVERY PERSON WHO HANDLES

FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION.

This Instruction Manual is designed to assist you in learning how to use

and care for your

RUGER

LCR

revolver properly. Please contact us if

you have any questions.

Only when you are certain you fully understand the manual and can

properly carry out its instructions should you practice loading, unloading,

etc. with live ammunition. If you have any doubts about your ability to

handle or use a particular type of gun safely, you should seek supervised

instruction. Such personalized instruction often is available from local

gun retailers, gun clubs or police departments. If none of these sources

can help visit www.nra.org

or write to the following address:

National Rifle Association

11250 Waples Mill Road

Fairfax, VA 22030-7400

The person possessing a gun has a full-time job. You cannot guess; You

cannot forget; You must know how to use your firearm safely. Do not use

any firearm without having a complete understanding of its particular

characteristics and safe use. Remember: There is no such thing as a

foolproof gun.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

State-By-State Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Nomenclature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Locking Device Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

General Information and Mechanical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Ammunition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Ammunition Information – LCR

9MM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Ammunition Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Special Handling Warning for LCRx

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Dry-Firing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Operation of “Double-Action Only” Revolvers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

To Load and Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Special Instructions – LCR

9MM Moon Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

To Load and Fire the LCRx

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

To Uncock (Decock) the LCRx

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

To Unload or Eject Cartridge Cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Reassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Sights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Service and Parts Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Shipping Firearms for Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Ordering Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Exploded View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Exploded Views of 22 LR, 22 WMR & 327 FED MAG Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Supplemental Parts List & Exploded View for LCRx

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

The Basic Rules of Safe Firearms Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

“Ruger” and the Sturm, Ruger logo are registered U.S. trademarks.

WARNINGS OF GREAT IMPORTANCE ARE

FOUND ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES:

Locking Devices 9 LCRx

Cylinder Interlock 19

Alterations 11 Disassembly 22

Lead Exposure 12 Lubrication 24

Ammunition 13 Storage 26

LCRx

Handling 15 Shipping Firearms 28

Double-Action Firing 16 Parts Purchasers 29

Firing 17

OTHER CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS APPEAR

THROUGHOUT THE MANUAL.

Figure 1

Figure 2

Barrel

Crane Latch

One-Piece

Grip

Trigger

Trigger Guard

Ejector Rod

Cylinder

Grip Screw

Hammer Pivot Pin

Front Sight

Fire Control Housing

NOMENCLATURE

LOCKING DEVICE

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING – USE OF LOCKING DEVICES

• Always keep your firearm pointed in a safe direction,

including when you are installing or removing your

locking device.

• Always verify that your firearm is completely unloaded

before installing your locking device.

• Do not

install locking devices in the trigger guard unless

the instructions specifically require it; otherwise always

keep your fingers and locking device outside the trigger

guard during device installation and removal.

• Store firearms, ammunition and keys separately and

securely, away from children and careless adults; do not

store your firearm with the keys in the locking device.

• Do not attempt to work the action of your firearm with

the locking device in place; this may damage your

firearm.

• While locking devices are an important aid to security

measures, they are not a substitute for safe firearm

handling and proper storage. Remember that any

mechanical device can be bypassed with enough time,

knowledge, determination and equipment.

LOCKING DEVICES MUST BE USED

SAFELY AND RESPONSIBLY

Do not store keys

in lock.

It is important to use the locking device on your Ruger

firearm when

the firearm is stored or immediate use is not planned.

Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and your fingers outside the

trigger guard at all times!

To Install the Factory-Supplied Locking Device:

1. Be sure the firearm is completely unloaded and contains no cartridges

or cartridge cases!

2. Completely swing out the cylinder.

Correct Installation of

Lock For Large Caliber

Ruger

LCR

Revolvers

3. Apply the cable to the cylinder as shown in Figure 3.

For 22 LR & 22 WMR LCR Revolvers: Apply the lock by placing the

cable through the frame and trigger guard as shown in Figure 4. Do not

apply the cable directly to the trigger guard! Only apply the cable as

shown in Figure 4.

4. To lock: With the key turned to the farthest clockwise position, insert

the loose end of the cable into the lock. Turn the key counterclockwise

and remove the key.

5. Once the lock is securely closed, pull firmly on the lock to test the

connection and be sure it is locked. Do not leave or store your firearm

with the key in the lock! Store your locked, unloaded firearm and the

key in secure, separate locations, away from ammunition, children,

and unauthorized adults.

Figure 3

Correct Installation

of Lock For Ruger

22 LR & 22 WMR

LCR Revolvers Only

Figure 4

FIREARMS ARE DANGEROUS WEAPONS

READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS

MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE USING.

GENERAL INFORMATION

AND MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS

The

RUGER

LCR

is a double-action revolver that incorporates many

features found in the famous RUGER

SP101

, GP100

and RUGER

Super Redhawk

revolvers, as well as several new innovative features. The

unique fire control housing incorporates the same grip extension as the SP101

GP100

, and Super Redhawk

revolvers. The craned cylinder assembly of the LCR

locks into the frame in the rear of the cylinder and at the front via the ejector

extension.

The internal parts are installed through the top of the fire control housing or

through the bottom in back of the frame. Therefore, no side plate is needed.

The

RUGER

LCR

has a transfer bar which is connected directly to the

trigger. The transfer bar safety system provides that the hammer blow can be

transmitted to the firing pin only when the trigger is pulled all the way to the

rear. This is a positive internal safety feature. NOTE: The transfer bar is allowed

some movement within the fire control mechanism so that the trigger pull is not

affected. Due to this necessary “play” in the transfer bar, a shooter will

sometimes hear the transfer bar “rattle” when the revolver is shaken. This rattle

caused by the play in the transfer bar is completely normal in the

LCR

. The

RUGER

LCRx

model features an external hammer that allows it to be

fired in single-action mode.

Despite their many highly desirable features, Ruger revolvers – as with all

firearms – must at all times be handled with strict attention to correct safety

practices, and be inspected frequently to assure the gun is working properly.

WARNING–ALTERATIONS

This product was designed to

function properly in its original

condition. Alterations can make it

unsafe. Do not alter any part or add

or substitute parts or accessories not

made by Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc.

DO NOT ALTER ANY GUN

AMMUNITION

RUGER

LCR

revolvers are designed for use with cartridges of the correct

caliber which are manufactured in accordance with the U.S. Industry Standards.

Be certain to use proper cartridges of the correct caliber. See page 23 (“Care and

Cleaning”) for important information on chamber cleaning.

The

LCR

is designed specifically for modern higher-powered factory loaded

cartridges, including .38 Special and .38 Special +P ammunition. NOTE: Do not

use any other ammunition in the

LCR

38 SPL+P

. The

LCR

357

chambered for the .357 Magnum cartridge, and can also chamber the .38 Special

and .38 Special + P.

The 6-shot

RUGER

LCR

327

is chambered for the .327 Federal

Magnum cartridge, and can also chamber the .32 H & R Magnum, and .32 S & W

Long cartridges.

The 6-shot

RUGER

LCR

22 WMR

has the same basic operational

characteristics as all other

LCR

revolvers, and is chambered for the .22

Winchester Magnum cartridge.

The 8-shot

RUGER

LCR

22 LR

revolvers have the same basic

operational characteristics as all other

LCR

revolvers. This .22 cal. model is

chambered for the .22 Long Rifle cartridge. The .22 Short, .22 Long and .22 shot

cartridges can also be fired from this model. It should be noted that extensive use

of the .22 Short cartridge can cause a “ring” to be cut in each cylinder chamber

which may interfere with the extraction of Long and Long Rifle Cartridges.

NOTE: Rimfire ammunition manufacturers use different types of brass for their

cases and different lubricants on their bullets. As a result of these variations,

some rimfire ammunition can cause problems in double-action revolvers. If you

are experiencing extraction problems, clean the gun in accordance with this

instruction manual. If you are experiencing light firing pin strikes, clean the gun

in accordance with this instruction manual and be sure to fully seat the

cartridges in the cylinder when loading. If either of these issues persist, try

another brand or type of rimfire ammunition; try to avoid ammunition with

heavy coatings of bullet lubricant.

Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated

areas, cleaning firearms, or handling

ammunition may result in exposure to

lead and other substances known to the

State of California to cause birth defects,

reproductive harm, and other serious

physical injury. Have adequate ventilation

at all times. Wash hands thoroughly after

exposure.

SHOOTING OR CLEANING GUNS

MAY EXPOSE YOU TO LEAD

WARNING – LEAD EXPOSURE

WARNING–AMMUNITION

Death, serious injury, and damage

can result from the wrong

ammunition, bore obstructions,

powder overloads or incorrect

cartridge components. Always wear

shooting glasses and hearing

protection.

IMPROPER AMMUNITION

DESTROYS GUNS

NOTE: A package of three 9mm moon clips are supplied with the revolver and

are required to allow proper ejection of the 9mm rimless cases.

See “SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 9mm MOON CLIPS” on page 18. The

RUGER

LCR

chambered in 9mm Luger is only compatable with the 9mm

Luger cartridge. Do not

use any other 9mm cartridges (9mm Short, 9mm

Bergmann, etc.).

RUGER

LCR

revolvers are designed for use with

cartridges of the correct caliber which are manufactured in accordance with the

U.S. Industry Standards. Be certain to use proper cartridges of the correct caliber.

See page 23 (“Care and Cleaning”) for important information on chamber

cleaning.

Because 9mm cartridges are manufactured worldwide for use in pistols, revolvers,

and submachine guns, it is possible to encounter cartridges which, when fired,

develop pierced primers. If this occurs, discontinue the use of the particular

brand or type of ammunition. The possibility of a pierced primer is another

reason why a shooter should always wear eye protection. Use only metal jacketed

bullets in 9mm revolvers. When a lead bullet is fired, its base expands and a ring

of lead is shaved off and deposited in the shoulder area of the chamber. A buildup

of lead rings can prevent proper chambering of cartridges, so routine, proper

cleaning is very important (see “Care and Cleaning” page 23).

Also note that some ammunition may not securely crimp the bullet in the

cartridge. An improperly crimped bullet will move forward in the cartridge. This

will only become an issue if the round moves forward enough to protrude out of

the front of the cylinder. Should this happen, the cylinder will not be able to

index to fire as the nose of the bullet will hit the outside of the barrel or frame.

Should this happen, discontinue use of that particular brand or type of

ammunition.

AMMUNITION INFORMATION

RUGER

LCR

REVOLVERS

CHAMBERED IN 9MM LUGER

AMMUNITION (CARTRIDGES) NOTICE

WE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM RESPONSIBILITY FOR

ANY DAMAGE OR INJURY WHATSOEVER OCCURRING IN

CONNECTION WITH, OR AS THE RESULT OF, THE USE IN THE

LCR REVOLVER OF FAULTY, OR NON-STANDARD, OR “RE-

MANUFACTURED”, OR HAND LOADED (RELOADED)

AMMUNITION, OR OF CARTRIDGES OTHER THAN THOSE FOR

WHICH THE FIREARM WAS ORIGINALLY CHAMBERED.

AMMUNITION CHECK

Due to the light weight of the

LCR

, inertial forces to ammunition during

firing could possibly unseat a bullet from its crimp in the cartridge casing. The

LCR

has been tested with a variety of popular ammunition manufactured to

SAAMI industry standards and has not demonstrated any tendency to unseat

bullets. However, before placing the LCR into service, it is recommended that

you:

1. At a range or other suitable location, fully load your revolver with the

ammunition you wish to test in accordance with the safety and loading

instructions in this manual.

2. Fire four of the five rounds in accordance with the safety and firing

instructions in this manual.

3. Unload the four fired cases and the unfired round in accordance with the

safety and unloading instructions in this manual. Closely inspect the

unfired round for signs that the bullet has moved forward out of the case.

For jacketed and lead bullets with a cannelure or crimp groove, check to

see if the bullet has moved forward enough so that the case mouth is no

longer located in the bullet cannelure or crimp groove. For lead bullets

without a cannelure or crimp groove, there should be no detectable

movement of the bullet. If the bullet has moved as just described, do not

use that brand of tested ammunition, and repeat this test with another

brand until one is found that the bullet does not unseat during this test.

4. After the test is completed, unload and store the revolver in accordance

with the safety and storage instructions in this manual.

HANDLING

CARRYING: The

LCR

can be carried with all chambers loaded. When the

hammer and trigger are fully forward, the transfer-bar is lowered out of its firing

position and the hammer rests directly on the frame.

SPECIAL HANDLING WARNING

FOR LCRx

DRY FIRING

“Dry Firing” is pulling the trigger of an unloaded revolver for practice and

familiarity. The

LCR

can be dry-fired without damage to the firing pin or

internal components.

Be sure that the revolver is unloaded before handling. Be sure of your target or

back stop, even when dry firing for practice. Do not dry fire the revolver with the

plastic ‘safety disc’ on the cylinder.

WARNING–HANDLING

If the trigger is held to the rear, the gun can

fire if the hammer strikes the transfer bar.

Note that it need not be a deliberate effort to

pull the trigger. Any situation where the

trigger attains its rearward position and

permits the transfer bar to be interposed

between the hammer and the firing pin can

cause the cartridge under the firing pin to

discharge.

NEVER DROP OR STRIKE THE REVOLVER –

COCKED OR UNCOCKED. CARRY AND

HANDLE THE REVOLVER IN SUCH A

MANNER THAT THE HAMMER AND TRIGGER

WILL NOT BE STRUCK.

NEVER CARRY ANY REVOLVER WITH

THE HAMMER COCKED OR THE

TRIGGER HELD TO THE REAR

OPERATION OF

“DOUBLE-ACTION ONLY“ REVOLVERS

With the exception of the

LCRx

, all

RUGER

LCR

models are

equipped with a special trigger mechanism that permits only “double-action”

firing. The hammer is hidden within the frame and fire control housing and

cannot be manually cocked. The revolver can only be fired by a relatively long

(“double-action”) pull of the trigger, which draws the internal hammer rearward

and then releases it to fire every shot.

The mechanism of the gun will not permit another shot to be fired unless the

trigger is first fully released and then pulled again.

The revolver has an internal transfer bar that will not allow the hammer to

contact the firing pin and fire the gun until the operator completely pulls the

trigger.

CAUTION: DOUBLE-ACTION FIRING

When firing this double-action

revolver, be sure that the trigger is

released completely to its fully

forward position before pulling the

trigger for a subsequent shot. If

the trigger finger is allowed to

interfere with the full recovery of

the trigger (preventing it from

moving through about the last

one-eighth inch of its forward

movement), the trigger cannot be

pulled again for another discharge.

The trigger must be fully released

after each shot is fired. This

characteristic is found in all

modern double-action revolvers

and “double-action only” revolvers.

FULLY RELEASE

TRIGGER

BETWEEN SHOTS

When firing the

LCR

, be sure all

persons are a safe distance to the rear of

the shooter. When fired, all revolvers

discharge hot gas and particles of lead,

powder grains, or lubricant through the

clearance gap between the cylinder and

the rear of the barrel. These high-speed

discharges can injure a person who is

standing too close to the revolver.

When firing the

LCR

(or any revolver),

always be certain that nothing –

including your hands – is in the path of

the hot gas and particles which are

discharged from the front and sides of the

cylinder.

When shooting, adequate eye protection

is essential. Shooters and bystanders

must wear shooting glasses. Hearing

protection must also be worn. Exposure

to shooting noise can damage hearing.

HOT GASES EXIT

BARREL/CYLINDER GAP

WARNING–FIRING

Figure 5

LOADING THE

REVOLVER.

TO LOAD AND FIRE

Be sure the revolver is pointed in a safe direction while loading.

1. Press the crane latch and guide cylinder out of frame to the left to its loading

position (See Figure 5, below).

2. Insert cartridges and gently close cylinder, making sure it is securely latched.

Do not “flip” the cylinder open or shut.

3. DO NOT TOUCH THE TRIGGER UNTIL YOU ARE READY TO FIRE.

4. DO NOT HOLD THE REVOLVER BY THE BARREL OR CYLINDER WHEN

FIRING.

WEAR EYE AND EAR

PROTECTION

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 9MM MOON CLIPS

9mm revolvers require special moon clips to extract the cartridges using the ejector

rod because this type of cartridge has no rim for the ejector to act against. Individual

cartridges may be fired without the moon clip, but will then require that each

cartridge or fired case be individually removed to unload the revolver.

TO LOAD MOON CLIP:

Hold the moon clip on the outside diameter in one hand. Using the thumb and

forefinger of the opposite hand, press the cartridge’s extractor groove into the moon

clip until it snaps into place (see Figure 6). Repeat this process until the moon clip is

fully loaded. Load the cartridges, along with the moon clip, into the cylinder (see

Figure 7).

TO UNLOAD MOON CLIP:

Eject the moon clip and cases from the cylinder (see Figure 8). While holding the

moon clip on the outside diameter, pull the empty cases out of the moon clip (see

Figure 9). The moon clip is now ready to be reloaded. Inspect the moon clip after

each use. If broken, bent or cracked, discard and replace the moon clip.

Additional moon clips can be purchased from our Newport, New Hampshire

Service Department.

Figure 7

Figure 8

Figure 9

Figure 6

TO LOAD AND FIRE THE LCRx

Be sure the revolver is pointed in a safe direction while loading.

Follow steps 1 - 4 on pg. 17. The revolver is now ready to fire, either “double-

action” by pulling the trigger through its complete arc for each shot, or “single-

action” by cocking the hammer and then pulling the trigger for each shot. The

trigger pull is somewhat shorter and lighter when the revolver is fired single

action, and this is the preferred mode for precise shots or target shooting.

WARNING–CYLINDER INTERLOCK

When correctly operated, the cylinder

cannot be opened when the hammer is

cocked, and the hammer/trigger

mechanism is not able to be operated

until the cylinder is locked shut.

However, this safety interlock can be

intentionally defeated if the crane latch is

depressed and the hammer is then

cocked while the cylinder is opened. If

the cylinder is then shut when the

hammer is cocked, the hammer may fall

and the gun may fire.

NEVER CLOSE OR OPEN

THE CYLINDER WHILE

THE HAMMER IS

COCKED

TO UNCOCK (DECOCK) THE LCRx

If your revolver is cocked, and you wish to let the hammer down to its forward

position (against the frame), proceed as follows: USE EXTREME CARE WHEN

ATTEMPTING TO DECOCK THE REVOLVER, AS THE THUMB SLIPPING

DURING THIS PROCESS CAN RESULT IN AN ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE IF

THE TRIGGER IS HELD TO THE REAR.

1. Make certain that the revolver is pointed in a safe direction (see Rule 2, Page

35).

2. Make certain both hands are dry and not impeded in any way – gloves,

bandages, cold, etc.

3. Grasp the revolver (if right handed) so that the thumb and forefinger of your

left hand are firmly holding the frame, forward of the trigger guard. Thus,

your left hand is in full control of the revolver.

4. Place your right thumb firmly on the hammer spur and, with your thumb

securely in control of the hammer, squeeze the trigger only enough to permit

the hammer to ‘break free’ of the trigger (See Figure A). At that instant,

IMMEDIATELY RELEASE THE TRIGGER and then slowly permit the

hammer, STILL SECURE UNDER YOUR THUMB, to move fully forward to its

resting position against the frame. NOTE: It is imperative that finger pressure

be removed from the trigger just as soon as it is free of the hammer. Then,

properly, the trigger and hammer will move towards their fully forward rest

positions together (see Figure B).

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.

B. When hammer is free, IMMEDIATELY

release trigger (3). Then lower hammer

slowly to its resting position completely

down against frame (4).

A. With the thumb controlling the

hammer as shown (1), squeeze trigger

to permit hammer to ‘break free’ (2).

UNCOCKING THE REVOLVER

(ONE HAND SHOWN FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES)

TO UNLOAD OR EJECT CARTRIDGE CASES

KEEP THE REVOLVER POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION!

1. Press the crane latch. Guide the cylinder out to left of the frame as for

loading. The revolver now cannot be fired.

2. Push the head of the ejector rod smartly toward the rear of the 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.

3. Check to be sure all chambers are empty.

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.

CORRECT UNLOADING SEQUENCE

DISASSEMBLY

Read instructions before disassembling a gun.

1. BE CERTAIN THE REVOLVER IS UNLOADED BEFORE DISASSEMBLY.

2. Using a properly fitting screwdriver,

remove the grip retaining screw from

bottom of grip. Slide the grip down off

fire control housing (see Figure 10).

3. Further disassembly is not required for normal cleaning purposes. Any further

disassembly should only be undertaken by trained 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. Read instructions before re-assembling the firearm.

1. Slip the grip over the grip post. Insert the grip screw into bottom of the grip

and tighten.

WARNING–DISASSEMBLY

Always unload a firearm before

cleaning, lubrication, disassembly

or assembly.

Never remove or install a loaded

cylinder – it can fire if dropped or

struck.

UNLOAD BEFORE CLEANING

Figure 10

CARE AND CLEANING

ALWAYS BE CERTAIN THE REVOLVER IS UNLOADED BEFORE CLEANING.

General

: All the components of the

LCR

were designed with corrosion

resistance and ease of cleaning in mind. The aluminum frame of the

RUGER

LCR

has been coated with a synergistic coating. This revolutionary new

coating gives a very hard, very slick and abrasion-resistant surface to the

aluminum, as well as excellent resistance to corrosion. The aluminum frame

meets or exceeds MIL-SPEC requirements (MIL-A-8625F) for corrosion and

abrasion resistance of aluminum firearms components. The barrel, cylinder,

crane, and numerous other components are blackened or tumbled stainless steel.

Other components like the hammer and trigger have been coated to increase

their corrosion resistance and to improve their performance. The fire control

housing is made of long-glass fiber reinforced Nylon, a material proven durable

by decades of use in polymer-framed auto-loading pistols.

External Cleaning

: Any standard commercial, polymer-safe gun cleaning solvent

can be used to clean the exterior surface of your

RUGER

LCR

. Care

should be taken to avoid any harsh abrasives, as this could dull the finish of the

frame over time.

An on-line video demonstrating the proper cleaning procedure of the

LCR

revolver can be viewed by visiting Ruger.com/TechTips.

To clean the barrel after firing, release and swing out the cylinder. Be sure to

unload all cartridges and cartridge cases.

1. Clean the barrel from the muzzle end, taking care to avoid damaging the

muzzle crown.

2. Using a cleaning rod run a properly sized, solvent-soaked cleaning patch

through the bore several times in order to soak the bore with solvent.

3. Using a cleaning rod and a bronze wire bore brush of correct size, push the

bore brush completely through the barrel several times.

4. After brushing the bore, swab the bore again with a solvent-soaked cleaning

patch.

5. Now wipe the cleaning rod and swab the bore several times with clean patches

until the barrel bore is clean.

To clean the chambers of the cylinder, follow the same steps used for cleaning

the barrel. Repeat for each of the chambers on the cylinder. Also, clean the

underside of the ejector (the “star”) and the area on the cylinder where the

ejector seats. Failing to do this can allow powder residue to become trapped

between the underside of the ejector and the cylinder and prevent the ejector

from fully seating in the cylinder. This condition can cause hard closing of the

cylinder and interfere with proper cylinder rotation.

If lead bullets are used extensively, it is possible that lead build-up may cause

cylinder binding. It is recommended that extra care and attention be paid to

cleaning the area where the cylinder and crane are joined and also pay close

attention to cleaning the breech end of the barrel. To help prevent binding, one

can lubricate the cylinder/crane gap with Break-Free® CLP or other lubricant

that meets or exceeds MIL-L-63460, however this is not required for proper

functioning.

Clean all other exterior surfaces of the frame, cylinder, crane, etc. with standard

commercial, polymer-safe gun cleaning solvent and cloth. Wipe off all excess

cleaner/solvent with a clean dry cloth. It is not

necessary to leave an oil residue

on the frame for storage.

Internal Components

: Your

RUGER

LCR

revolver is designed with

special electroless nickel/PTFE (Teflon®) coatings on the trigger, hammer, and

other internal components in order to minimize the need to clean and lubricate

the components.

WARNING–LUBRICATION

Firing a revolver with oil, grease, or any

other material even partially obstructing the

bore may result in damage to the revolver

and 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 onto the

obstructed bore may damage the revolver

and cause injury 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

Lubricating Hammer and Hammer Pivot Pin: It is recommended that the

hammer and hammer pivot pin be lubricated approximately every 1,000 rounds

of firing (live or dry fire). To lubricate the hammer and hammer pivot pin,

perform the following steps:

1. Check to make sure gun is unloaded.

2. Open cylinder.

3. Remove grip (see Disassembly section of this manual at page 22).

4. Orient gun so the shooter’s right hand side of the gun is up.

5. Using a small (1/8” or smaller) punch, gently push on hammer pivot pin until

the pin is recessed about .10” deep (see Figure 11). The pin has been pushed

deeply enough when the bottom of the head of the hammer pivot pin on the

shooter’s left hand side of the gun will just clear its pocket on the fire control

housing (see Figure 12).

CAUTION: DO NOT COMPLETELY REMOVE PIN OR YOUR REVOLVER WILL

CEASE TO FUNCTION.

7. Align the head of the hammer

pivot pin with its pocket on the

shooter’s left hand side of the

fire control housing and push

head of hammer pivot pin back

into its recess to fully seat the

pin.

8. Close the empty cylinder.

9. While pointing the gun in a safe

direction, dry fire the gun 5-10

times to help work the

lubricant into the action.

10. Open the empty cylinder.

11. Wipe down any excess oil around both sides of the hammer pivot.

12. Check the crane pivot screw and fire control housing retaining screw to ensure

correct tightness in accordance wiith Figure 14, above. Tighten these screws in

accordance with Figure 14 as appropriate.

6. Apply 2 to 3 drops of any standard

commercial, polymer-safe gun oil or

standard commercial, polymer-safe

cleaner-lubricant-protectant to the

hammer pivot hole on the shooter’s right

hand side of the gun (see Figure 13).

Allow oil to drain down around the

hammer pivot pin and into the action.

Rotating the hammer pivot pin using the

exposed head on left hand side may

facilitate this.

Figure 11

Hammer

Pivot Pin

Figure 13

Figure 14

Apply 2 to 3

Drops of

Lubricant

Here

Fire Control Housing

Retaining Screw:

Tighten to 6-9 lb/in of

torque if necessary.

Crane Pivot Screw:

Tighten to

23-27 lb/in of

torque if necessary.

Figure 12

Head of

Hammer Pivot

Pin Pushed Out

STORAGE

GUNS SHOULD NOT BE STORED LOADED!

Do not keep 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.

USE THE LOCKING DEVICE SUPPLIED

WITH THE REVOLVER TO RENDER IT

INOPERATIVE FOR SAFE STORAGE.

(See Page 9)

13. Replace the grip (see Reassembly section of this manual at page 22).

Disassembly beyond the level indicated in the Disassembly Section of this manual

should only be undertaken by trained factory service personnel.

Frame Finish Touch-up

: The synergistic hard-coat treatment applied to your

LCR

frame is designed to provide a hard, durable, wear and corrosion-resistant

surface to the frame to allow many years of use. However, like any hard-coat

anodize finish, the finish may chip if an impact occurs on corners, and a bright

spot may occur. If this happens and you wish to restore a black finish to those

areas, it is recommended that you use an aluminum blackening compound such

as Birchwood Casey® Aluminum Black® touch-up solution in order to restore the

black finish to your

LCR

frame. Follow the manufacturer’s directions.

• 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 supplied with

the revolver 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 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

SIGHTS

The

LCR

revolvers are provided with fixed sights. To change the front sight,

drive out the pin in the barrel rib with a small punch and lift out sight blade.

Suggested sight picture

Top of front sight even with top of

rear sight. Front sight centered in

notch of rear sight. Target bullseye

centered on top of front sight.

FIXED

REAR SIGHT

BLADE

FRONT SIGHT

ADJUSTABLE REAR SIGHT

(On Revolvers So Equipped)

Some RUGER

LCR

revolvers are equipped with a rear sight that is

adjustable for windage and elevation.

NOTE: Each click of the rear sight adjustment screws (either windage or

elevation) will move the point of impact 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.

To raise point 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

RIGHT

LEFT

ELEVATION

WINDAGE

SERVICE AND PARTS POLICY

If you have any questions with regard to the performance of your

RUGER

LCR

please write or call (336-949-5200) our Customer Service Department in Newport, New

Hampshire 03773, fully describing all circumstances and conditions involved. If you

should return your revolver to the factory for repair, or order parts for it, please

comply with the following suggestions for prompt service:

SHIPPING FIREARMS FOR REPAIR

RUGER

LCR

revolvers returned to the factory for repair should be sent to:

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc., Customer Service Department, 411 Sunapee St.,

Newport, New Hampshire 03773. Telephone 336-949-5200. NOTE:

You must obtain

a Repair Authorization Number before returning your firearm. An authorization

number can be obtained by contacting Customer Service online at www.ruger.com

or calling the Customer Service Dept. at 336-949-5200. 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 that dealer 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 for overnight delivery via U.P.S., Federal Express or other, similar

private overnight service.

NOTE: Handguns may not be shipped via U.S. Mail. 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.

DO NOT SEND GUN BOXES OR LITERATURE THAT YOU CONSIDER TO BE

COLLECTOR’S ITEMS – THESE ARE INVARIABLY DAMAGED OR

DESTROYED IN SHIPMENT. Please do not include holster, grips, or other

accessories with a firearm being shipped to the factory for service. Always insure

your shipment.

Enclose a letter which includes your name, address, telephone number, serial

number, model of the firearm, and your repair authorization number. Describe in

detail the trouble you have experienced with your firearm, or the work you wish to

have done. Merely stating that the firearm “needs repair” is inadequate information.

WARNING–BEFORE SHIPPING ANY

FIREARM, BE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN THAT IT

AND ITS CYLINDER ARE UNLOADED. DO

NOT SHIP CARTRIDGES WITH A FIREARM.

All work performed is subject to a minimum labor charge and charges for

shipping and handling. Custom gunsmithing service or nonstandard alterations

are NOT AVAILABLE from Ruger Customer Service Departments. Please contact

the Customer Service Department for pricing information.

ORDERING PARTS

Please contact the New Hampshire Customer Service Department for parts

availability and current prices. All parts orders for the

RUGER

LCR

should be sent to: Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc., Customer Service Department, 411

Sunapee Street, Newport, New Hampshire 03773, 336-949-5200. We cannot

comply with open account or C.O.D. orders. Payment in full via credit card (Visa

or MasterCard only), money order or certified bank check (no personal checks or

cash, please) is required before any service will be performed. Please provide your

credit card number, your name as it appears on the credit card, the expiration

date, and 3-digit security code. All parts orders are subject to a minimum charge

and charges for shipping and handling. Order parts by Part Name and specify

the model and entire serial number of the firearm for which the parts are being

ordered. There is a minimum labor charge plus a 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. Please contact the Customer Service

Department for pricing information.

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 frames 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.

• 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 firearm

after such installation.

PARTS MUST FIT CORRECTLY

WARNING–PARTS PURCHASERS

Because the cylinder frame of the

RUGER

LCR

revolver is a serial

numbered component, it is defined as a “firearm” by Federal law and is not sold

as a separate component.

*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,” p. 29.

WARNING: A gun containing broken, malfunctioning or

badly worn parts should not be fired.

Key No. Part Name

* 1 Hammer

* 2 Hammer Strut Pin

* 3 Hammer Strut

* 4 Mainspring

* 5 Mainspring Seat

* 6 Cylinder Latch Spring

* 7 Cylinder Latch

* 8 Trigger/Latch Pivot Pin

* 9 Fire Control Housing Sub-Assembly

* 10 Hammer Pivot Pin

* 11 Pawl

* 12 Transfer Bar

* 13 Trigger/Latch Pivot Pin

* 14 Trigger Spring Bushing

* 15 Trigger Return Spring

* 16 Trigger

* 17 Barrel

* 18 Front Latch Cap

* 19 Front Latch Spring

* 20 Crane Front Latch Pin

* 21 Front Sight

* 22 Front Sight Cross Pin

† 23 Cylinder Frame Sub-Assembly

* 24 Firing Pin Bushing

* PARTS SO MARKED MUST BE FACTORY FIT

RUGER

LCR

AND LCRX

PARTS LIST

Design, prices and specifications subject to change without notice.

SPECIFY MODEL, CALIBER AND SERIAL NO. WHEN ORDERING

(See Exploded View on Page 32)

† Because the cylinder frame of the

RUGER

LCR

revolver is a serial

numbered component, it is not sold as a separate component.

Key No. Part Name

* 25 Firing Pin Spring

* 26 Firing Pin

* 27 Firing Pin Plug

* 28 Crane Release Button Pin

* 29 Crane Latch Release Button

* 30 Release Button Plunger Spring

* 31 Release Button Plunger

* 32 Ejector Extension

* 33 Lock Pin Spring

* 34 Lock Pin Extension

* 35 Center Lock Pin

* 36 Crane

* 37 Ejector Spring Bushing

* 38 Ejector Spring

* 39 Cylinder

* 40 Ejector

* 41 Fire Control Housing Screw

* 42 Fire Control Housing Nut

* 43 Crane Pivot Pin

44 Hogue® Grip, Includes Grip Screw

* 45 Front Latch Inner Spring, LCR 357 Mag

46 Moon Clip, for 9MM LCR

* PARTS SO MARKED MUST BE FACTORY FIT

RUGER

LCR

AND LCRX

EXPLODED VIEW

LCR

357 MAG

SUPPLEMENTAL PARTS

EXPLODED VIEW

LCR 9MM

LCR

RUGER

LCR

22 LR

SUPPLEMENTAL PARTS EXPLODED VIEW

RUGER

LCR

22 WMR

SUPPLEMENTAL PARTS EXPLODED VIEW

RUGER

LCR

327 FED MAG

SUPPLEMENTAL PARTS EXPLODED VIEW

RUGER

LCRX

ADJUSTABLE SIGHT MODEL

SUPPLEMENTAL PARTS LIST

(See Exploded View Below and on Page 32)

Key No. Part Name

* 21 Front Sight

† 23 Cylinder Frame Sub-Assembly

46 Rear Sight Base

47 Rear Sigth Elevation Screw

48 Rear Sight Blade

49 Rear Sigth Cross Pin

50 Rear Sight Windage Adjustment Screw

51 Windage Spring

52 Rear Sight Elevation Spring, 2 Req’d

* PARTS SO MARKED MUST BE FACTORY FIT

† Because the cylinder frame of the

RUGER

LCRX

revolver is a serial

numbered component, it is not sold as a separate component.

THE BASIC RULES OF SAFE FIREARMS HANDLING

We believe that Americans have a right to purchase and use firearms for lawful

purposes. The private ownership of firearms in America is traditional, but that

ownership imposes the responsibility on the gun owner to use his firearms in a

way which will ensure his own safety and that of others. When firearms are used

in a safe and responsible manner, they are a great source of pleasure and

satisfaction, and represent a fundamental part of our personal liberty.

Firearms do not cause accidents! Firearms accidents are almost always found to

have been the result of carelessness or ignorance on the part of the shooter of

the basic rules of safe gun handling.

The following rules must be observed by gun users at all times. Safe gun

handling is not just desirable, it is absolutely essential to your safety, the safety

of others, and the continuation of gun ownership and sport shooting as we know

it today.

1. LEARN THE MECHANICAL AND HANDLING

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE FIREARM YOU ARE USING.

Not all firearms are the same. The

method of carrying and handling

firearms varies in accordance with

the mechanical provisions for

avoiding accidental discharge and the

various proper procedures for loading

and unloading. No person should

handle any firearm without first

having thoroughly familiarized

himself with the particular type of

firearm he is using, and with safe gun

handling in general.

2. ALWAYS KEEP THE

MUZZLE POINTED IN A

SAFE DIRECTION.

Be sure of the bullet stop behind your

target, even when dry-firing. Never

let the muzzle of a firearm point at

any part of your body or at another

person. This is particularly important

when loading or unloading a firearm.

In the event of an accidental

discharge, no injury can occur as

long as the muzzle is pointing in a

safe direction. A safe direction means

a direction that will not permit a

discharged bullet to strike a person,

or to strike an object from which the bullet may ricochet.

A safe direction must take into account the fact that a bullet may penetrate a

wall, ceiling, floor, window, etc., and strike a person or damage property.

Make it a habit to know exactly where the muzzle of your gun is pointing

whenever you handle it, and be sure that you are always in control of the

direction in which the muzzle is pointing, even if you fall or stumble. Keep

your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot

3. FIREARMS SHOULD BE UNLOADED WHEN NOT IN

USE.

Firearms should be loaded only

when you are in the field or on the

target range or shooting area, ready

to shoot. Firearms and ammunition

should be securely locked in safes,

racks or cabinets, or by using the

locking device supplied with the

firearm when not in use.

Ammunition should safely be stored

separate from firearms. Store your

firearms out of sight of visitors and

children. It is the gun owner’s

responsibility to be certain that

children and persons unfamiliar

with firearms cannot gain access to

firearms, ammunition, or components.

4. BE SURE THE BARREL IS CLEAR OF OBSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE SHOOTING.

Even a bit of mud, snow or excess

lubricating oil or grease in the bore

may cause the barrel to bulge, or

even burst on firing, and can cause

serious injury to the shooter and

bystanders. Be sure that you are

using ammunition of the proper

caliber and loading for the gun you

are using. If the report or recoil on

firing seems weak, or doesn’t seem

quite right, CEASE FIRING

IMMEDIATELY, unload your firearm,

and check to be sure that no

obstruction has become lodged in

the barrel.

5. BE SURE OF YOUR

TARGET BEFORE YOU

SHOOT.

Don’t shoot unless you know

exactly where your bullet is going

to strike. Be sure of the bullet

stop behind your target, even

when dry-firing with an unloaded

gun. If you are in the field

hunting, do not fire at a

movement or noise. Take the time

to be absolutely certain of your

target before you pull the trigger.

6. WEAR SHOOTING

GLASSES AND HEARING

PROTECTION WHEN

YOU SHOOT.

All shooters should wear

protective shooting glasses and

adequate hearing protection

when shooting. Exposure to

shooting noise can damage

hearing, and wearing adequate

eye protection when shooting is

essential.

7. NEVER CLIMB A TREE

OR FENCE WITH A

LOADED FIREARM.

Put the firearm down carefully

before climbing a fence, and

unload it before climbing or

descending a tree or jumping

over a ditch or other obstruction.

Never pull or push a loaded

firearm toward yourself or

another person. When in doubt,

or whenever you are about to do

anything awkward, unload your

gun!

8. DON’T SHOOT AT A

HARD SURFACE OR AT

WATER.

Bullets can glance off many

surfaces like rocks or the surface

of water and travel in

unpredictable directions with

considerable velocity.

9. NEVER TRANSPORT A

LOADED FIREARM.

Firearms should always be

unloaded before being placed in a

vehicle. A suitable carrying case

or scabbard should be used to

carry an unloaded firearm to and

from the shooting area.

10. AVOID ALCOHOLIC

BEVERAGES WHEN

SHOOTING.

Don’t drink until the day’s

shooting is over. Handling

firearms while under the

influence of alcohol in any form,

or medications that could affect

your judgment or coordination,

constitutes a criminal disregard

for the safety of others.

A BRIEF ACCOUNT OF AN EXTRAORDINARY

ACHIEVEMENT: RUGER

FIREARMS

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc., had its beginning in a small machine

shop occupying a rented frame building in Southport, Connecticut. In

January, 1949, with an initial investment of only $50,000 and an idea,

William B. Ruger and Alexander M. Sturm started production of a .22

caliber autoloading pistol–a design which was so successful that it

became the cornerstone upon which one of the most comprehensive

lines of sporting firearms ever made in America was established. After

Alex Sturm’s death in 1951, William B. Ruger continued to direct the

Company until his death in 2002. William B. Ruger, Jr. continued to

provide guidance, which helped make this Company a sound and

successful enterprise, until his retirement in 2006. The Company has

continued to prosper, under new management and guidance from our

Board, with new products and fresh perspectives.

Ruger, in this relatively short time, has established itself as a leading

small arms design organization, developing a unique and broad line of

fine quality sporting, military and police firearms to become one of the

world’s most famous producers of revolvers, pistols, rifles and shotguns.

Since 1949, Ruger craftsmen have built many millions of firearms.

During its five decades of growth and progress under the leadership of

William B. Ruger, the Company developed a business philosophy and

implemented policies which represent a constructive influence in the life

of modern America. From the beginning, Ruger played a positive role in

conservation efforts and has supported the interests of shooters through

such groups as the National Rifle Association, National Shooting Sports

Foundation, and many regional sportsmen’s organizations.

The Company has always endeavored to market its firearms for

constructive and recreational purposes, to emphasize the traditional and

responsible aspects of shooting, to render meaningful public services,

and to encourage shooters in constructive, responsible, and safe

participation in the shooting sports. Its motto, “Arms Makers For

Responsible Citizens

,” exemplifies this Company philosophy.

Today, Ruger

is particularly mindful of those elements which have

contributed to the creation of its success, and extends heartfelt thanks to

its many loyal employees and customers.

The firearms catalog, and instruction manuals for all Ruger

firearms,

can be downloaded from our website at:

www.ruger.com

STURM, RUGER & COMPANY, INC.

411 Sunapee Street

Newport, New Hampshire 03773 U.S.A.

www.ruger.com

Arms Makers For Responsible Citizens

A COPY OF THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR ANY RUGER

FIREARM IS AVAILABLE FROM THE FACTORY FREE ON REQUEST, OR IT MAY BE

DOWNLOADED FROM OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.RUGER.COM.

THESE INSTRUCTION MANUALS CONTAIN IMPORTANT

WARNINGS WHICH MUST BE UNDERSTOOD

BEFORE USING THESE FIREARMS.

WHY NO WARRANTY CARD HAS BEEN

PACKED WITH THIS NEW RUGER

FIREARM

The Magnuson-Moss Act (Public Law 93-637) does not require any

seller or manufacturer of a consumer product to give a written

warranty. It does provide that if a written warranty is given, it must be

designated as “limited” or as “full” and sets minimum standards for a

“full” warranty. Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. has elected not to

provide any written warranty, either “limited” or “full”, rather than to

attempt to comply with the provisions of the Magnuson-Moss Act and

the regulations issued thereunder. There are certain implied warranties

under state law with respect to sales of consumer goods. As the extent

and interpretation of these implied warranties varies from state to

state, you should refer to your state statutes. Sturm, Ruger &

Company wishes to assure its customers of its continued interest in

providing service to owners of Ruger

firearms.

The Following are Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. Trademarks: “BX-Trigger,” “Bisley,” Eagle Hard “R” logo holding gun,

“Elite 452,” “Gold Label,” “I’m a Ruger American,” “LC6,” “LCR-357,” “LC380CA,” “Mark II,” “Mark III,” “Match

Champion,” “Model 96,” “P345,” “P345D,” “P345PR,” “P85,” “P90,” “P91,” “P93,” “P94,” “P95,” “P97,” “R.I.O.S.,”

“Ruger Marksman Adjustable,” “Ruger 77/50,” “Ruger 10/17,” “Ruger Titanium,” “Security-Six,” “Service-Six,”

“77/357,” “Single-Seven,” “Speed-Six,” “SR45,” “SR-556C,” “SR-556VT,” “SR-762,” “Super Bearcat,” “Target Grey,”

“10/22-FS,” “This is Ruger. This is America.,” “Tri-Flex,” “22 Charger,” “22/45,” and “22/45 RP.”

The Following are Registered U.S. Trademarks Belonging to Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc.: “AC-556,” “AR-556,”

“Arms Makers For Responsible Citizens,” “All-Weather,” “Bearcat,” “Blackhawk,” “BX-15,” “BX-25,” Eagle ‘R’ - soft

‘R’ & hard ‘R’,” Eagle ‘SR’,” “Everything you need and nothing you don’t.,” “GP100,” “Hawkeye,” “It’s Mine and It’s

American,” “It’s Mine. And It’s American,” “LC380,” “LC9,” “LC9s,” “LC9s Pro,” “LCP,” “LCR,” “LCRx,” “M77,” “Mini

Thirty,” “Mini-14,” “9E,” “Old Army,” “Power Bedding,” “Redhawk,” “RUGER,” “Ruger American Pistol,” “Ruger

American Pistol” flag design, “Ruger American Rifle,” “Ruger American Rimfire,” “Ruger Hunting” - phrase & logo

design, “Ruger Inside & Out” - phrase & logo design, “Ruger Precision Rifle,” “Ruger 77/17,” “Ruger 77/22,” “Ruger

77/44,” “Ruger SP101,” “Ruger 10/22 Takedown” phrase & logo design, “Ruger 22/45 Lite,” “Ruger Vaquero,”

“Rugged, Reliable Firearms,” “Security-9,” “Silent-SR,” “Single-Nine,” “Single-Six,” “Single-Ten,” the “SR” Design,

“SR9,” “SR9c,” “SR40,” “SR40c,” “SR-22,” “SR22,” “SR-556,” “SR-556E,” “SR-556 Takedown,” “SR1911,” “Super

Redhawk Alaskan,” and “10/22.”