CVA Sidelock Rifle Information Manual

Sidelock Rifle
Warranty
Information
CVA ¥ SUPERB ACCURACY ¥ LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
This book contains information critical to the safe use and maintenance of
Connecticut Valley Arms muzzleloading firearms. YOU MUST READ THIS MA-
TERIAL ENTIRELY AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THIS INFORMATION BE-
FORE YOU CAN SAFELY USE YOUR MUZZLELOADER. If firearm is loaned
or sold by a dealer or individual this book must accompany the firearm. Re-
placement books are available from our factory. Call CVA Customer Service at...

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 on the Internet at: www.cva.com or E-mail us
at: [email protected]
Sidelock Rifles
WARNING
IF HANDLED IMPROPERLY FIREARMS ARE
DANGEROUS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL
CAUTIONS, CAUTION AND WARNINGS OF
DANGER TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY AND/
OR DEATH AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. 

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
A Introduction to Sidelock Muzzleloaders ............................................ 1
B Getting Started ................................................................................. 1
C Ten Commandments of Firearm Safety ............................................ 2
D Safety Considerations Unique to Muzzleloaders .............................. 2
E Specific Cautions for Safe Use of CVA Sidelock
Muzzleloading Firearms...

Main Components of a
Sidelock Muzzleloading Rifle
Bolster
Rear Sight
Barrel
Front Sight
Ramrod
Thimble
Nose Cap
Wedge
Lock
Firing Trigger
Set Trigger
Patch Box
Stock
Hammer
*NOTE:  DO NOT TRY TO
REMOVE, ALTER OR CHANGE
POSITION OF THE PERCUSSION
BOLSTER, OR BREECH
MECHANISM. TO DO SO IS
DANGEROUS AND WILL VOID THE
WARRANTY.
Butt PlateQuestions with assembly? Need Parts Information?
CALL: 770-449-4687
Monday - Friday. 8:30 - 4:00 Eastern Time
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*Breech Plug
(Hook...

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.
Replicas of original muzzleloading firearms are as faithful to the original de-
signs as possible. For this...

3. Check all functions
4. Remove nipple
Clean and check opening
Apply grease to threads
5. Clean barrel
6. Replace and tighten nipple until snug
7. Read and study information booklet
8. Understand terminology
9. Get all questions answered
C. TEN COMMANDMENTS OF FIREARM SAFETY
1. Keep the gun muzzle pointed in a safe direction
2. Be sure of your target and beyond
3. Never rely on a guns safety
4. Gun should be unloaded until ready to use
5. Always wear eye and ear protection
6. The barrel should be clear...

gerously high pressures upon ignition and may result in severe in-
jury or death to the shooter and/or bystanders.
6. Always check to ensure that your muzzleloader is in good working condi-
tion before use. Test the hammer and lock mechanisms carefully prior to
loading. Check the barrel for any obstruction as any blockage may cause
the gun to explode.
7.Use only recommended loading data for the particular model of rifle
in use. Different models have different powder charge and projectile
capabilities....

E. SPECIFIC CAUTIONS FOR SAFE USE OF CVA SIDELOCK
MUZZLELOADING FIREARMS
YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR FIREARM SAFETY! As a gun owner, you
accept a set of demanding responsibilities. How seriously you take these respon-
sibilities can mean the difference between life and death. There is no excuse for
careless or abusive handling of any firearm. At all times handle your muzzleloader
with intense respect for its firepower and potential danger.
Please read and understand all of the cautions, proper handling...

VOLUNTARY RECALL
In August 1997, CVA implemented a Voluntary Recall of In-Line rifle models with
serial numbers ending in 95 or 96. If you have, or know of someone who has, a CVA
In-Line model with these serial numbers do not use the gun. If your gun is af fected,
call CVAs TECH-LINE at 770-449-4687 for complete details, including a free re-
placement barrel.
F.   COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS REGARDING
MUZZLELOADERS
1.MISCONCEPTION: A MUZZLELOADER IS UNLOADED AFTER THE CAP
IS REMOVED.
¥ As long as the barrel is...

Projectile - Balls, bullets, sabots.
Ignition Source - Percussion Cap or Musket Cap.
Flask - To transport and dispense powder.
Powder Measure - To measure correct powder charge.
Bullet Starter - To start bullet down the barrel.
Capper - To carry and dispense percussion caps.
2. CLEANING ACCESSORIES
Solvent - Cleaning solution.
Patches - For cleaning inside of barrel.
Nipple Wrench - For installing and removing nipple.
Jag - Retains cleaning patch on end of ramrod.
3. OTHER NEEDED ACCESSORIES
Bullet...