CVA In-Line Rifle Information Manual
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In-Line Rifle Warranty Information CVA • SUPERB ACCURACY • LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY This book contains information critical to the safe use and maintenance of Con- necticut Valley Arms muzzleloading firearms. YOU MUST READ THIS MATE- RIAL ENTIRELY AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THIS INFORMATION BEFORE YOU CAN SAFELY USE YOUR MUZZLELOADER. If firearm is loaned or sold by a dealer or individual this book must accompany the firearm. Replacement books are available from our factory. Call CVA Customer Service at (770)...
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Model No. ____________ Serial No. ________________ Caliber _______________ Date Purchased ___________ Type of Gun ______________________________________ Warranty Information Call CVA Customer Service at 770-449-4687 if you have any questions or visit us on the Internet at: www.cva.com or E-mail us at: [email protected] Conventional & Bolt Action In-Line Rifles WARNING IF HANDLED IMPROPERLY FIREARMS ARE DANGEROUS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL CAUTIONS, CAUTION AND WARNINGS OF DANGER TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY AND/ OR...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE Section A Introduction to In-Line Muzzleloaders ....................................................................... 1 B Getting Started .......................................................................................................... 2 C Ten Commandments of Firearm Safety .................................................................... 2 D Safety Considerations Unique to Muzzleloaders ...................................................... 3 E Specific Cautions for...
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Main Components of a Conventional In-Line Muzzleloading RifleMuzzle Ramrod Thimble Checkered Grip Nipple (6x1mm Thread) Oversized Trigger Guard Trigger Assembly Checkered Grip Butt Plate/Recoil Pad StockBreech CapCocking HandleBolt Drilled for Scope Rear SightBarrelFront Sight
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Main Components of a Bolt Action In-Line Muzzleloading Rifle Trigger Trigger Guard Barrel Fixing Screw Checkering Forend Barrel Band Ramrod Front Sight Barrel Rear Sight Stock Bolt Cocking Handle Butt Stock Recoil Pad Sling Swivel Stud Pistol Grip Safety Bolt Action End CapBolt SpringStrikerBoltNipple Breech Plug SafetyTrigger Nipple (6x1mm Thread)
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WARNING: It is important to take the time to read and understand the informa- tion found in this book. Familiarize yourself with each part of the firearm and its proper function. The information contained in the book is critical for the proper use and care of your firearm. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LOAD OR FIRE YOUR MUZZLELOADER UNTIL YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INFOR- MATION DESCRIBED IN THIS BOOK. All muzzleloading firearms, including In-Lines, are faithful to the original basic designs. For this reason,...
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bullet guiding muzzle, 26” barrel with fluting, ventilated recoil pad, resin filled
stock, and removable stainless steel bolt assembly. HunterBolt™ rifles are
CVA’s more basic bolt action featuring Fiber Optic sights, bullet guiding muzzle,
and stainless steel bolt assembly and have fewer features that the FireBolt™.
All CVA bolt action In-Lines and any year 2001+ conventional in-lines (Eclipse
or Stag Horn) are capable of handling the heavier, multiple Pyrodex Pellet “mag-
num” loads. These...
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7. Handle every gun as if it is loaded. 8. Keep guns and ammo separate and in locked storage. 9. Avoid alcoholic beverages and drugs before and during using a firearm. 10. Do not alter or modify your firearm. Have your firearm checked regularly by a competent gunsmith. Make sure all parts work properly. Health Warning: Discharging of firearms in a poorly ventilated area and/or handling of ammunitions may cause exposure to lead or lead compounds. According to the state of California, exposure may cause...
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other surface. Any fall of the loaded gun may cause accidental discharge resulting in severe injury or death to bystanders. 10. Never transport a loaded muzzleloader in any type of vehicle. A muzzle- loader is considered loaded until powder, bullet and percussion cap are removed. 11. Never exchange a loaded muzzleloader with any other person. Only the party who personally loaded or witnessed the loading of the muzzleloader should fire it. This practice will help prevent overloading or doubleloading,...
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book before attempting to use your CVA muzzleloader. 1. When selecting powder loads be sure to use the correct loading data for your particular model of CVA In-Line. All CVA Bolt Action In-Lines (FireBolt™ and HunterBolt™ models) and conventional In-Lines featur- ing a one-piece MonoBlock barrel design (year 2001 and newer Eclipse and Stag Horn models) are capable of handling a “magnum” charge of up to 150 grains of Pyrodex Pellets. Any pre-2001 Eclipse or Stag Horn models, which have a traditional...