EAA Bounty Hunter Small Bore Instruction Manual

MODEL: SMALL BORE

European American Armory

402 Richard Road

Rockledge, FL. 32955

BOUNTY HUNTER

Single Action Revolver

WARNINGS AND

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

European American Armory Corp.

3855 North U.S. Highway 1

Cocoa, Florida 32926

[phone]

www.eaacorp.com

E-mail: [e-mail]

© Copyright 2004

Model: Small Bore Bounty Hunter

Single Action Revolver

WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL

PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS

MODEL NUMBER BARREL LENGTH CALIBERS FINISH

Bounty Hunter 22 6 3/4” 22LR/22WRM Blue

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Capacity- 6 chambers (load only 5); Safety Transfer Bar
Sights- fixed or adjustable; Grips- European Walnut

FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS, this owner’s manual
contains important warnings, instructions and safety procedures which must be
understood BEFORE using this firearm. Read the ENTIRE MANUAL and if you
do not understand any part of it or the operation of your revolver, stop and seek
professional firearms instruction. You can get a copy of this manual from European
American Armory Corp. upon request.

Record the serial number of your firearm (located on the right hand side of the
frame):
# ________________________________________________________

and a description of it:

_________________________________________________________

Make a copy of this manual and the proof of purchase/sales record for safekeeping
in a secure safe or fireproof container. Such proof is necessary if the firearm is
damaged, stolen or sent in for warranty repair.

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W A R N I N G

**YOU RISK PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH

BY HANDLING THIS FIREARM**

Before handling any firearm, make sure you know the safety procedures and
most importantly, keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction.

DO NOT USE THIS FIREARM FOR QUICK-DRAW. DO NOT FAN THE HAMMER
AND DO NOT MODIFY OR ALTER ANY PART OF THIS FIREARM.

Before handling this firearm, read, understand and follow the instructions in this
manual. Always keep this manual with the firearm. If you lend, give or sell this
firearm, be sure the manual goes with it. If there is anything you do not understand,
seek advice from someone qualified in safe handling of firearms. You must
ALWAYS obey the following warnings, instructions and safety procedures:

1. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.

2. Firearms should be unloaded and secured when not actually in use.

3. Don’t rely on your firearm’s safety.

4. Be sure of your target and what’s beyond it.

5. Use only proper ammunition matching the precise caliber of your specific
revolver.

6. If your revolver fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, handle with care.

7. Always wear ear and eye protection when shooting.

8. Be sure the barrel is clear of obstructions before shooting.

9. Don’t alter or modify your firearm and have it serviced regularly.

10. Learn the mechanical and handling characteristics of your revolver.

11. Shoot sober!

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Type Of Ammunition To Be Used

It is suggested that high quality commercially manufactured ammunition be used
in this firearm. Avoid military surplus or old ammunition as it may not fire with
sufficient force to expel the projectile from the barrel. The use of reloaded,

Super-Vel, +P, high pressure or hand-loaded ammunition can be dangerous
and will void the warranty.

LEAD WARNING: The actual firearm does not contain any lead; however, it does

fire ammunition which contains lead or lead compounds known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, reproductive toxicity, and other serious
physical injury. Those who discharge a firearm, stand near someone who
discharges a firearm or clean firearms are hereby warned of the dangers presented
by lead and lead compounds and should take protective health measures. Avoid
exposure to lead while handling and wash your hands after contact. Proper air
ventilation is absolutely necessary when shooting indoors.

N O T I C E

REVOLVERS ARE CLASSIFIED AS FIREARMS OR DANGEROUS WEAPONS

and are sold by European American Armory Corp. with the specific understanding
that we are not responsible in any manner whatsoever for their safe handling or
resale under local laws and regulations.

European American Armory Corp. shall not be responsible in any manner
whatsoever for malfunctioning of the firearm, for physical injury or for property
damage resulting in whole or in part from (1) intentional or negligent discharge,
(2) improper or careless handling, (3) unauthorized modifications and/or alteration
of the internal/safety mechanisms, (4) defective, improper, high pressure, hand­loaded, or reloaded ammunition, (5) corrosion and/or lack of proper maintenance
(6) neglect, or (7) other influences beyond our direct and immediate control. This
limitation applies regardless of whether liability is asserted on the basis of contract,
negligence or strict liability (including any failure to warn). Under no circumstance
shall European American Armory Corp. be liable for incidental or consequential
damages, such as loss of use of property, commercial loss and loss of earnings
or profits.

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FOLLOWING THESE SAFETY RULES CAN SAVE YOUR

LIFE OR THE LIFE OF SOMEONE ELSE

Get competent firearms instruction in safe handling before using this firearm.
Please ask your dealer for names of qualified instructors near you. All guns are
extremely dangerous if carelessly handled or used. Remember that the firearm
user is the primary “safety” and that reliance on any mechanical safety device
should never replace safe handling procedures.

This firearm WILL FIRE if a cartridge is in the chamber, the hammer is fully
cocked and the trigger is pulled.

DO NOT LOAD THIS REVOLVER UNTIL YOU UNDERSTAND HOW IT
OPERATES. KEEP this revolver unloaded at all times except when you are ready

to fire and are sure of your target.

ALWAYS carry this revolver in a case or original box unloaded.
NEVER point this revolver at anything that is not your intended target even if the

revolver is unloaded. When loading, unloading, cleaning or handling, always be
sure the muzzle is pointed in a safe direction and always keep your finger off the
trigger.

NEVER assume any gun is unloaded. Before handling, check to make sure the
chamber is empty. See Unloading Instructions. Make sure you know that this or
any firearm is fully unloaded before displaying or handling it. When handling any
firearm, keep your fingers away from the trigger at all times until you intend to fire.

Get instructions from a competent firearms instructor before using this or any
firearm. Learn from a professional how to handle, load, unload, operate, fire and
care for your gun.

NEVER PLAY with your firearm. It is not a toy and can be a very dangerous
weapon that can cause serious personal injury or death.

Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction. Treat every gun as if it is
loaded...all the time. NEVER point any firearm (loaded or unloaded) at any person
or anything you do not intend to shoot. Always keep your gun unloaded until
ready to use and make sure that it is unloaded before cleaning.

Keep your finger OFF the trigger until you are actually aiming at the target and
ready to shoot. Learn to rest your finger outside of the trigger guard.

Never rely on a gun’s “safety” to protect you from unsafe gun handling. A safety is
only a mechanical device, not a substitute for using common sense and following
gun safety procedures.

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FOLLOWING THESE SAFETY RULES CAN SAVE

YOUR LIFE OR THE LIFE OF SOMEONE ELSE

Never leave a gun unattended or where it could fall.
Store guns and ammunition separately beyond the reach of children. Make

sure that they are properly secured so untrained individuals and children will be
denied access to your guns and ammunition.

Test your gun’s operation and safeties only at a shooting range while the firearm
is pointed in a safe direction.

Know your target and what is beyond. Ask yourself what your projectile will hit if
it misses the target or passes through the intended target. Remember, a fired
projectile can travel over a mile (including a ricochet) and is capable of going
through walls. Never shoot at hard flat surfaces or water. . . bullets ricochet.

Guns and alcohol or drugs do not mix. Don’t take any alcoholic beverages and/
or drugs before or during shooting activities.

Never pull a gun toward you by the muzzle. Don’t climb a tree, cross a ditch or
fence with a loaded gun.

Always empty guns before entering a house, car, truck, boat, RV, camp or any
building.

When receiving a gun, always open the action and check to make sure the
chamber is unloaded.

NEVER accept anyone’s word that a gun is “unloaded” or “empty.” You should
immediately open the action and check to make sure it is unloaded.

Be careful with ALL ammunition. Even “blank” cartridges are deadly at close
range due to the muzzle blast. Make sure your ammunition is new and in good
clean condition. Do NOT oil or grease ammunition as this may damage the
cartridge primer. Do NOT tamper with or alter the standard factory ammunition.

Keep firearms unloaded when not actually in use. Load the gun only when on the
range preparing to fire and unload it before leaving the range.

Never put your hand over the muzzle of a gun.
ALWAYS WEAR protective shooting glasses and hearing protection when using

firearms.
Spectators should be at least 10 feet behind and away from the shooter while the

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FOLLOWING THESE SAFETY RULES CAN SAVE

YOUR LIFE OR THE LIFE OF SOMEONE ELSE

shooter is loading, shooting and unloading. Spectators should wear protection for
hearing and sight loss and they should avoid distracting those shooting their
firearms.

Never carry a handgun in your pocket, purse or tucked in a belt or waistband.
Use a revolver case or a proper holster with a safety flap or strap.

Never drop your gun. If you do drop it, unload it and check it for proper function
before using it again.

Do NOT alter or modify your gun. Don’t try to change your gun’s trigger pull,
because it may affect sear engagement and thereby cause accidental firing.

Do NOT remove any internal safety or safety device on the firearm. Safety
mechanisms are designed to help protect you from injury or death.

Properly maintain and keep your gun clean. Keep in a dry place away from other
metals and water. If your gun shows sign of corrosion or improper operation, have
it serviced by a competent gunsmith.

Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction when loading and unloading your
gun. Never point the muzzle at anyone.

If a gun fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, keep it pointed down range at the
target for 60 seconds. Sometimes slow primer ignition may cause a delay in full
ignition of a cartridge. If after 60 seconds the cartridge does not fire, keep the
muzzle pointed in safe direction and avoid exposure to the breech, as you attempt
to unload your firearm.

Never let water, snow, mud or other material enter the barrels. Always be sure the
barrel is free of any obstruction.

Since many ammunition identifications sound similar, be sure that you use only
the correct ammunition for your gun. Do NOT use the wrong size or wrong
strength ammunition in your firearm.

Teach children: 1. NOT to touch guns, bullets, cartridges, shells, flares or any
explosive device and 2. That if they discovery such a dangerous item or weapon,
they must immediately report its location to their parents, school teacher or
police.

Remember a firearm has the capability of taking your life or the life of someone
else. Be careful with your firearm — an accident is almost always the result of
not following basic safety rules.

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Use the Security Lock Provided with your Revolver

This revolver comes with a security lock to assist in
protecting against unauthorized use. See Figure 1.
The revolver must be unloaded when the security lock
is in place on the revolver. WARNING: Using the
security lock cannot substitute for securing your firearm
and ammunition in separate, locked locations.

Use either of the following two methods to install the

Figure 1

security lock provided with your Small Bore:

Method 1

1) Remove the provided security lock and block from

its package. See Figure 1.

2) Install the block on the

Figure 2

trigger (see Figure 2)
and then install the
security lock on the
security block. See
Figure 3. Next, close
the security lock. See

Figure 4.

Figure 3 Figure 4

Method 2

1) Looking at the trigger guard there is a hole in the

center bottom. See Figure 5.

2) Insert the lock through the hole and close the lock.

See Figures 6 and 7.

Figure 5

W A R N I N G

Always store the key to the
security lock: (1) in a separate
location away from the
revolver; (2) in a secure
location unknown and not
accessible to others,
especially children. Whether
you secure your firearms by using the supplied security lock, a gun lock or safe
or some other mechanism, it is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to store your firearms
in such a manner that children and other unauthorized persons cannot gain access
to them.

Figure 6

Figure 7

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