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Module 05 - HANDGUNS 101

CHECK IT YOURSELF: DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER

Follow these steps to properly safety check your double action revolver: 

STEP 1: Assume the revolver is loaded.

STEP 2: Activate the safety mechanism and point the revolver in a safe direction.

STEP 3: Open the action by pressing the action release.

 

STEP 4: Visually check the chamber(s) and cylinder for ammunition.

STEP 5: Grasp the revolver with both hands and point the muzzle in a safe direction.

 

 

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