Beretta Stampede Marshal Old West Beretta Stampede User Manual - Page 32

WARNING: When fired, revolvers can emit hot gases and other debris to the sides through the cylinder gap (a small space located between the cylinder and the barrel). Keep your hands clear of the area adjacent to the cylinder gap when firing any revolver. Be certain that others around you are located in a SAFE area and are wearing high-quality eye and ear protection. 5. Grip the revolver firmly, but not so firmly that you induce muscle fatigue and shake, a "firm hand-shake" grip will do. 6. Point the revolver at the intended target and aim the revolver by aligning the front and rear sights on the target. The front sight should be in focus, the target and the rear sight slightly blurred or out of focus. 7. Without touching the trigger, pull the hammer rearward beyond full-cock position with your thumb, and ease the hammer into the full-cock notch. (Fig. 8) The revolver is now ready to fire. 8. When the sights are aligned on a SAFE target, place your index finger inside the trigger guard and gently squeeze the trigger, being careful not to upset the alignment of the front and rear sights. The revolver will fire. 9. After the first shot is fired, repeat this process to fire additional cartridges, or proceed to the unloading instructions. WARNING: Always unload the firearm immediately after shooting is completed. WARNING: Never store a loaded firearm. If the hammer falls and the firearm does not immediately fire: 1. CEASE FIRING IMMEDIATELY! 2. Keep the firearm pointed in a SAFE direction in the event a "hang-fire" has occurred. A hang-fire occurs when there is a delay in a cartridge's ignition. ! ! ! 32