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the barrel and action should work smoothly. The
hammer should not bind and all safeties should
be in good working order. If the firearm does not
function properly, consult a qualified gunsmith
immediately or call Traditions for immediate
assistance.
NOTE: Store your rifle in a cool, dry, secured area.
Storage in a gun case is discouraged, as it may hasten
condensation and corrosion. During long periods of
storage, periodically check for signs of pitting or rusting on
the surface and in the barrel bore.
NOTE: The myth that stainless steel & nickel doesn’t have
to be cleaned as much as blued steel is false. You need to
clean and lubricate your stainless barrel just as you would a
blued steel barrel. The stainless and nickel barrels are more
rust resistant than blued steel, but over time can rust.
XIV: BARREL OBSTRUCTIONS
!
WARNING : Firing a firearm with an obstructed
barrel could cause a burst barrel and injury and/or
death to the shooter and/or bystanders and damage to
property.
Before loading, verify that the bore it is free of obstructions
(cleaning patches, excess oil, mud, snow or other foreign
materials). If the firearm is dropped it must be unloaded
and inspected to ensure that the bore has not become
clogged with foreign material. If, when firing, (particularly