Uberti Top Break Revolver - Manual

SPECIAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) DO NOT transport your Uberti revolver with a cartridge in the chamber. Failure to
observe this rule could result in an accidental discharge if the firearm is dropped
or knocked.
2) We advise that you DO NOT use old cartridges in these firearms because the
brass powder, after a certain period of time, can deteriorate and damage your
firearm which can be dangerous also for yourself.
3) NEVER use cartridges marked “High Speed” or “High Velocity”.
4) Uberti assumes no liability for incidents occurring through the use of reloaded
ammunitions.
Use ONLY COMMERCIALLY loaded cartridges that have been loaded in accor-
dance with SAAMI-C.I.P. standards.
TOP BREAK S.A. REVOLVER
Instruction Manual
A. Uberti
S.p.A.
Via Artigiani, 1 - Gardone V.T. (Brescia) - ITALY
BEFORE REMOVING THE FIREARM FROM THIS PACKAGE,
READ & UNDERSTAND THE PRECAUTIONS IN THE
INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL
IMPORTANT
The old-timers used to say that the safest way to carry a single-action
revolver was to load only five chambers and let the hammer rest, in
the safety position , on the empty sixth chamber. That’s good advice
even today. It still takes proper care in handling and use by you, its
owner.
Remember to tighten up your screws after firing or at least when you
clean your firearm.
1875 S.A. TOP BREAK RUSSIAN NEW MODEL
The term “single action” means that the hammer of your revolver must be manually drawn fully backward, or
“cocked”, before firing each shot. In the process of cocking your revolver, you should note that there are three
separate hammer positions, each one having its purpose:
SAFETY
These guns have a hammer block safety in the frame. To activate the hammer safety block, pull the hammer
backward until you hear the first click. Lower the hammer into the safety position. With the hammer in this
position, the safety mechanism is activated. This patented device places a steel insert between the hammer and the
frame and is designed to prevent the gun from firing accidentally. When the gun is not being used, always use your
hammer block safety. (See drawing “A”)
LOADING
Keeping your finger out of the trigger guard and off the trigger, draw the hammer back to the first cock position
which makes the cylinder free to rotate. Then, open the revolver as far as it will open until the ejector returns to its
normal position in the cylinder. Make certain you have the exact calibre cartridges matching the exact calibre of your
revolver. Then load one cartridge in each chamber. Before closing your revolver, make sure that the hammer is in
first cock position. If the hammer is in full cock position (firing position) the firearm will not close. Do not insist on
closing because the hand is not in its correct position. Be careful because you could break the hand.
Again you should practice this loading function without any cartridges until you are feel comfortable. Then, and
only then, are you and your revolver ready for use.
UNLOADING
Point the gun in a safe direction. Draw the hammer back to the first
cock position (Drawing “A”). Turn the gun so the cylinder is facing
downward, release the Stud Latch and completely open the gun. At
this point all the cartridges will fall out contemporarily towards the
ground.
FIRING POSITION (FULL COCK) (Drawing “B”)
Pull the hammer backward in firing position (full cock). Make sure it clicks into this rearmost position. Your
revolver is now ready to fire.
Never attempt to fire your revolver in any position except the full cock position. Attempting to pull the trigger in the
safety position will strain the mechanism and make it unsafe. (It might even break if you are strong enough).
If your revolver is in the full cock position and you change your mind and don’t want to shoot, carefully follow these
instructions:
1. Point the revolver in a safe direction.
2. Take your trigger finger out of the trigger guard and put this finger on
the side of the frame.
3. Release the stud latch and rotate the barrel fully open.
4. Remove all cartridges and empty casings from your firearm.
5. Put your trigger finger on the trigger and your thumb on the hammer.
6. Pull the trigger backward and hold it while lowering the hammer. After
the hammer has passed the full cock position (firing position) release the
trigger and continue to lower the hammer until it clicks into the first cock
position (Drawing “A”).
Before opening and closing your firearm MAKE SURE THE
HAMMER IS IN THE SAFETY POSITION (See drawing “A”). With the hammer in this position, the safety
mechanism is activated.
Make sure your revolver is always in the safety position when transporting or when you are not actually firing.
You must learn this procedure with an unloaded firearm until you feel confident and are familiar with the handling.
Only when you feel really confident should you think about using live ammunition.
CLEANING
Check first to make sure your revolver is empty. Pull the hammer rearward into first cock position (Drawing “A”),
release the stud latch and open the gun for cleaning.
Use a wood, aluminium or brass cleaning rod (not steel), a brass brush and patches appropriate to the calibre of your
gun. Use a good quality cleaning solution to scrub the bore and each chamber. While scrubbing the bore, always
brush all the way through the bore; never try to reverse directions while the brush is actually in the barrel or
chamber. After scrubbing, run clean patches through the bore and chambers until they come out clean. Then lightly
oil the entire revolver. You will find that over the years, the oil will give a lovely colour to your wooden grip and
will develop and retain a soft patina glow.
Use your revolver carefully and safely. Help us to help you keep and protect your right to gun ownership.
CAUTION
Remember, when you full cock your revolver to shoot it again, you rotate the cylinder; then you decide not to fire
and decock the pistol. This round is still live and will rotate back towards the firing position with each cocking. Do
not forget about this round.
If you fired rounds prior to the decocking operation and commence firing again, the hammer will fall on one or more
empty cylinders and still will fall on a live round. Be careful and attentive to this live round.
Always keep your revolver pointed in a safe direction.
N. Q.ty Description N. Q.ty Description
1 1 Frame Assembly 149 1 Hammer Safety Pin
2 1 Hammer Assembly 152 1 Hammer Safety Stop Screw
3 1 Barrel Assembly 167 1 Triggerguard Screw
5 1 Cylinder Assembly 178 1 Hammer Pin
7 1 Hand 187 1 Base Pin Bushing
10 1 Trigger 215 1 Hinge Pin Screw
12 1 Bolt 241 1 Ejector Cam
15 1 Sight 316 1 Safety Spring
18 1 Hand Spring 318 1 Hinge Pin
19 1 Trigger Spring 420 1 Side Plate
20 1 Main Spring 421 1 Ejector Rod
26 1 Triggerguard 429 1 Ejector Spring
37 1 Hammer Screw 430 1 Bolt Spring
40 1 Bolt Screw 436 1 Stirrup Pin
43 1 Right Grip Nut 453 1 Side Plate Screw
44 1 Left Grip Nut 574 1 Sight Pin
45 1 Right Grip 635 1 Hand Spring Pin
46 1 Left Grip 637 1 Ejector Lever
51 1 Grip Pin 638 1 Ejector Lever Spring
53 1 Mainspring Screw 639 1 Stud Latch
54 1 Grip Screw 640 1 Stud Latch Spring
79 1 Ejector .45 641 1 Stud Latch Screw
99 2 Trigger Pin 645 1 Barrel Block
108 1 Extractor Guide Pin 646 2 Barrel Block Screw
115 1 Stirrup 656 1 Safety Block
147 1 Hammer Safety Spring 716 1 Safety Spring Pin
A. “SAFETY”,
“TRANSPORT”,
“LOADING”,
“UNLOADING”
B. “FIRING”
C. “AFTER FIRING”
Ref.: n° 2 and 3