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8. DON’T SHOOT AT AHARD SURFACE, OR ATWATER.Bullets can glance off manysurfaces like rocks or the surfaceof water and travel inunpredictable directions withconsiderable velocity.9. NEVER TRANSPORT ALOADED FIREARM.Firearms should always beunloaded before being placed in avehicle. A suitable carrying caseor scabbard should be used tocarry an unloaded firearm to andfrom the shooting area.10. AVOID ALCOHOLICBEVERAGES WHENSHOOTING.Don’t drink until the day’sshooting is over. Handlingfirearms while under theinfluence of alcohol in any form,or medications that could affectyour judgement or coordination,constitutes a criminal disregardfor the safety of others.45
A BRIEF ACCOUNT OF AN EXTRAORDINARYACHIEVEMENT: RUGER FIREARMSOne of the few American firearms manufacturers whose management hasremained in the same family since starting in business, Sturm, Ruger &Company, Inc., had its beginning in a small machine shop occupying arented frame building in Southport, Connecticut. In January, 1949, withan initial investment of only $50,000 and an idea, William B. Ruger andAlexander M. Sturm started production of a 22 caliber autoloadingpistol–a design which was so successful that it became the cornerstoneupon which one of the most comprehensive lines of sporting firearmsever made in America was established. After Alex Sturm’s death in 1951,William B. Ruger continued to direct the Company until his death in2002. Today, William B. Ruger, Jr. continues to provide guidance whichhas made this Company a sound and successful enterprise.Sturm, Ruger & Company, in this relatively short time, has establisheditself as a leading small arms design organization, developing a uniqueand broad line of fine quality sporting, military and police firearms tobecome one of the world’s most famous producers of revolvers, pistols,rifles and shotguns. Since 1949 Ruger craftsmen have built manymillions of firearms.During its five decades of growth and progress under the leadership ofWilliam B. Ruger, the Company developed a business philosophy andimplemented policies which represent a constructive influence in the lifeof modern America. From the beginning, Sturm, Ruger & Companyplayed a positive role in conservation efforts and has supported theinterests of shooters through such groups as the National RifleAssociation, National Shooting Sports Foundation, and many regionalsportsmen’s organizations.The Company has always endeavored to market its firearms forconstructive and recreational purposes, to emphasize the traditionalaspects of shooting, to render meaningful public services and toencourage shooters in constructive, responsible, and safe participation inthe shooting sports. Its motto is “Arms Makers For ResponsibleCitizens.”Today, Sturm, Ruger & Company is particularly mindful of thoseelements which have contributed to the creation of its success, andextends heartfelt thanks to its many loyal employees and customers.A current catalog of Ruger firearms is available free upon request toSturm, Ruger & Co., Inc., Southport, CT 0689046
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Page 5 and 6: LOCKING DEVICEINSTALLATION INSTRUCT
Page 7 and 8: FIREARMS SAFETY-YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
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Page 11 and 12: “Safe” position, the bolt handl
Page 13 and 14: WARNING -AMMUNITIONDeath, serious i
Page 15 and 16: To fire the rifle: When a cartridge
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Page 31 and 32: 32Part Name Part No. ModelBolt Stop
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Page 35 and 36: 36Part Name Part No. Model* Safety
Page 37 and 38: RUGER ® M77 ® MARK II RIFLEEXPLOD
Page 39 and 40: RUGER ® M77 ® MARK IITARGET RIFLE
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