EAA Thor Single-Shot Instruction Manual

MODEL: THOR PISTOL

European American Armory

402 Richard Road

Rockledge, FL. 32955

WARNINGS AND

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Important!

Read these Warnings and Instructions before

using firearm!

European American Armory Corp.

3855 North U.S. Highway 1

Cocoa, Florida 32926

[phone]

www.eaacorp.com

E-mail: [e-mail]

© Copyright 2004

MODEL: THOR PISTOL

WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL

PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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 pistol, stop and seek
professional firearms instructions. 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 receiver on the right hand
side):
# __________________________________________________________

and a description of it:

___________________________________________________________

Make a copy of this manual, 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.

WARNING!

The pistol you have purchased incorporates numerous innovative mechanical
features. It is substantially different from most pistols currently found on the
market. For that reason, it is necessary that you read the ENTIRE MANUAL
carefully and acquire a good working knowledge of the pistol BEFORE you use it.

The Thor pistol uses rifle ammunition. As such, shooters should be aware of
their backstop and know that bullets can travel a distance of more than a mile.
Be SAFE and aware of what is beyond your target.

Please study the system of safeties that is built into the Thor pistol. We also
recommend that you pay particular attention at the moment the trigger is pulled.
If you have any questions concerning the functioning of the Thor pistol, please
seek competent firearms instruction in safe handling before using this firearm.
Please ask your dealer for names of qualified instructors near you.

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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.

Before handling
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
pistol.

6. If your pistol 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.

this firearm, read, understand and follow the instructions in this

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

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,

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

SINGLE SHOT PISTOLS 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 modification and/or alteration
of the internal/safety mechanisms, (4) defective, improper, high pressure, hand-
loaded, 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
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 and the trigger is pulled
while the safety is disengaged.

DO NOT LOAD THIS PISTOL UNTIL YOU UNDERSTAND HOW IT OPERATES.
KEEP this pistol unloaded at all times except when you are ready to fire and are

sure of your target.

firearm

ALWAYS carry this pistol in a case or original box

NEVER point this pistol at anything that is not your intended target even if the

pistol 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.

unloaded.

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
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.

ALL ammunition. Even “blank” cartridges are deadly at close

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