Ruger No. 1 Instruction Manual

							Part Name Part No. Model
*Lever Latch KS-7 Standard, Medium Sporter, Tropical, Varminter - Stainless
Lever Latch Pivot Pin S-40 All Blued Models & Standard 
(.25/06 cal. only
) Stainless Model
Lever Latch Pivot Pin KS-40 Standard, Medium Sporter, Tropical, Varminter - Stainless
Lever Latch Spring S-41 All Models
Lever Link and Pin Assembly A-206 All Models
Lever Pivot Pin S-43 All Blued Models
Lever Pivot Pin KS-43 All Stainless Models
Lever Pivot Screw S-44 All Blued Models
Lever Pivot Screw KS-44 All Stainless Models
Muzzle Cap S01341 International
Muzzle Cap Escutcheon D13300 InternationaI
Muzzle Cap Screw D13200 InternationaI
Pistol Grip Cap, Not Illustrated S-97 All Blued Models
Pistol Grip Cap, Not Illustrated KS-97 All Stainless Models
Pistol Grip Cap Medallion, Not Illustrated S-61 All Models
Pistol Grip Cap Screw, Not Illustrated S-36 All Models
Rear Sight D-77 Light Sporter, Medium Sporter, Tropical, International
Receiver Filler Screws (2 Req’d), C-83 Varminter
Not Illustrated
Recoil Pad D06304 All Models
Recoil Pad Screws, (2 Req’d.) D-84 All Models
*Safety SC-52 All Blued Models
*Safety KSC-52 All Stainless Models
Safety Arm S-16 All Models
Safety Arm Pivot Pin S-32 All Models
Safety Bar S-22 All Models
Safety Bar Arm Assembly S-22A All Models
Safety Bar Pivot Pin S-58 All Models
Safety Detent Spring S-54 All Models
Safety Detent Spring Pin S-39 All Models
Safety Retaining Pin, (2 Req’d.) S-31 All Models
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							Part Name Part No. Model
Scope Base, Not Illustrated SC-24VA-A Varminter - Blued Models
Scope Base, Rear, Not Illustrated KSC-132 Varminter - Stainless Model
Scope Base Screws (4 Req’d), Not Illustrated B-89 Varminter - Blued Models
Scope Base Screws (4 Req’d), Not Illustrated KB-89 Varminter - Stainless Model
Scope Ring Clamp, Not Illustrated D-74 All Blued Models
Scope Ring Clamp, Not Illustrated, Matte KD-74M All Stainless Models
Scope Ring Nut, Not Illustrated D-73 All Blued Models
Scope Ring Nut, Not Illustrated, Matte KD-73M All StainlessModels
Scope Base Torx
®Head Screw, (8 Req’d.) MPF07600 All Blued Models
Scope Base Torx®Head Screw, (8 Req’d.) KMPF07600M All Stainless Models
Scope Rings, medium rings, Not Illustrated S-100RM Blued Models
Scope Rings, medium rings, Not Illustrated KS-100RM Stainless Models
Scope Rings, high rings, Not Illustrated KS-100RH Stainless Models
Sear Adjustment Screw S-56 All Models
*Sear & Trigger Assembly A-256 All Blued Models
(Includes Sear, Sear Link & Sear Link Pin)
*Sear & Trigger Assembly, Clear Coated KA-256 All Stainless Models
(Includes Sear, Sear Link & Sear Link Pin)
Sear Pivot Pin S-33 All Models
Sear Spring S-42 All Models
Sling Swivel S-85B All Models
Sling Swivel Band S-142 Light Sporter
Sling Swivel Band S-144 Tropical (.375 cal. only) - Blued Model
Sling Swivel Band KS-144 Tropical (.375 cal. only) - Stainless Model
Sling Swivel Band S-145 Tropical - Blued Models
Sling Swivel Band KS-145 Tropical - Stainless Models
Sling Swivel Band S-143 Medium Sporter - Blued Model
Sling Swivel Band KS-143 Medium Sporter - Stainless Model
Sling Swivel Band Set Screw D-70 Light Sporter, Medium Sporter, Tropical
Sling Swivel Escutheon, (2 Req’d.) D12900 International
Sling Swivel, Front D13100 International
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Part Name Part No. Model
Sling Swivel Mounting Screw, Rear S-87 All Blued Models
Sling Swivel Mounting Screw, Rear KS-87 All Stainless Models
Sling Swivel Nut, Front S-86A Standard, Varminter
Sling Swivel Screw D13000 International
Sling Swivel Screw, Front S-86B Standard, Varminter - Blued Models
Sling Swivel Screw, Front KS-86B Standard, Varminter - Stainless Models
Stock Bolt S-37 All Models
Stock Bolt Washer S-38 All Models
*Stock, Butt, Complete With Cap & Pad 70052 All Blued Models
*Stock, Butt, Laminated, 70053 All Stainless Models
Complete With Cap & Pad
†Torx®
Key Wrench, Not Illustrated MPF07601 All Models
(for scope base Torx®
Head Screw)
*Trigger SC-20 All Blued Models
*Trigger, Clear Coated KSC-20 All Stainless Models
*Trigger Assembly  (Includes Trigger,  A-254 All Blued Models
Trigger Spring Adjustment Screw & Sear Adjustment Screw)
*Trigger Assembly, Clear Coated  KA-254 All Stainless Models
(Includes Trigger, Trigger Spring Adjustment Screw & Sear Adjustment Screw)
Trigger Adjustment Spring S-53 All Models
*Trigger Guard S-2 All Blued Models
*Trigger Guard KS-2 All Stainless Models
Trigger Guard Retaining Pin, (2 Req’d.) MS06600 All Models
Trigger Pivot Pin S-33 All Models
Trigger Spring Adjustment Screw S-34 All Models
Williams Gib Lock, Sight Clamp Rear, D-83 Light Sporter, Medium Sporter, Tropical, International
Not Illustrated
Williams Gib Lock Screw, Not Illustrated D-64 Light Sporter, Medium Sporter, Tropical, International*PARTS SO MARKED MUST BE FACTORY FITTED†Contact the Newport, NH Product Service Department (603-865-2442) for price. 
						

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RUGER®NO. 1 RIFLE
EXPLODED VIEW
NOTE: Not all the components shown
in this drawing are standard equipment
on all models. Please see catalog to
determine which type of sighting
equipment, barrel rib, forearm, etc., is
standard on a particular model.
INTERNATIONAL MODEL
COMPONENT PARTS  
						

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THE BASIC RULES OF SAFE FIREARMS HANDLING
We believe that Americans have a right to purchase and use firearms for lawful
purposes. The private ownership of firearms in America is traditional, but that
ownership imposes the responsibility on the gun owner to use his firearms in a
way which will ensure his own safety and that of others. When firearms are used in
a safe and responsible manner, they are a great source of pleasure and satisfaction,
and represent a fundamental part of our personal liberty.
Firearms do not cause accidents! Firearms accidents are almost always found to
have been the result of carelessness, or ignorance on the part of the shooter of the
basic rules of safe gun handling.
The following rules must be observed by gun users at all times. Safe gun handling
is not just desirable, it is absolutely essential to your safety, the safety of others, and
the continuation of gun ownership and sport shooting as we know it today.
1. LEARN THE MECHANICAL AND HANDLING CHAR-
ACTERISTICS OF THE FIREARM YOU ARE USING.
Not all firearms are the same. The
method of carrying and handling
firearms varies in accordance with the
mechanical provisions for avoiding
accidental discharge and the various
proper procedures for loading and
unloading. No person should handle
any firearm without first having thor-
oughly familiarized himself with the
particular type of firearm he is using,
and with safe gun handling in general.
2. ALWAYS KEEP THE
MUZZLE POINTED IN A
SAFE DIRECTION.
Be sure of the bullet stop behind your
target, even when dry-firing. Never let
the muzzle of a firearm point at any
part of your body or at another person.
This is particularly important when
loading or unloading a firearm. In the
event of an accidental discharge, no
injury can occur as long as the muzzle
is pointing in a safe direction. A safe
direction means a direction which will
not permit a discharged bullet to strike
a person, or to strike an object from
which the bullet may ricochet.
               RUGER®
INSTRUCTION MANUAL  READ THE INSTRUCTIONS
  AND WARNINGS IN THIS
  MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE
  USING THIS FIREARM.  
						

							A safe direction must take into account the fact that a bullet may pene-
trate a wall, ceiling, floor, window, etc., and strike a person or damage
property. Make it a habit to know exactly where the muzzle of your gun
is pointing whenever you handle it, and be sure that you are always in
control of the direction in which the muzzle is pointing, even if you fall
or stumble. Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot.
3. FIREARMS SHOULD BE UNLOADED WHEN NOT IN
USE
.
Firearms should be loaded only
when you are in the field or on the
target range or shooting area,
ready to shoot. Firearms and
ammunition should be securely
locked in safes, racks or cabinets,
or by using the locking device sup-
plied with the firearm, when not in
use. Ammunition should safely be
stored separate from firearms.
Store your firearms out of sight of
visitors and children. It is the gun
owner’s responsibility to be certain
that children and persons unfamil-
iar with firearms cannot gain
access to firearms,
ammunition, or components.
4. BE SURE THE BARREL IS CLEAR OF OBSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE SHOOTING.
Even a bit of mud, snow or excess
lubricating oil or grease in the
bore may cause the barrel to
bulge, or even burst on firing, and
can cause serious injury to the
shooter and bystanders. Be sure
that you are using ammunition of
the proper caliber and loading for
the gun you are using. If the
report or recoil on firing seems
weak, or doesn’t seem quite right,
CEASE FIRING IMMEDIATELY,
unload your firearm, and check to
be sure that no obstruction has
become lodged in the barrel.
Never try to shoot out an obstruc-
tion!
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5. BE SURE OF YOUR
TARGET BEFORE YOU
SHOOT.
Don’t shoot unless you know
exactly where your bullet is going
to strike. Be sure of the bullet
stop behind your target, even
when dry-firing with an unloaded
gun. If you are in the field hunt-
ing, do not fire at a movement or
noise. Take the time to be
absolutely certain of your target
before you pull the trigger.
6. WEAR SHOOTING
GLASSES AND HEARING
PROTECTORS WHEN
YOU SHOOT.
All shooters should wear protec-
tive shooting glasses and ade-
quate hearing protectors when
shooting. Exposure to shooting
noise can damage hearing, and
adequate eye protection when
shooting is essential.
7. NEVER CLIMB A TREE
OR FENCE WITH A
LOADED FIREARM.
Put the firearm down carefully
before climbing a fence, and
unload it before climbing or
descending a tree or jumping over
a ditch or other obstruction. Never
pull or push a loaded firearm
toward yourself or another person.
When in doubt, or whenever you
are about to do anything awkward,
unload your gun!  
						

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8. DON’T SHOOT AT A
HARD SURFACE, OR AT
WATER.
Bullets can glance off many sur-
faces like rocks or the surface of
water and travel in unpredictable
directions with considerable
velocity.
9. NEVER TRANSPORT A
LOADED FIREARM.
Firearms should always be
unloaded before being placed in a
vehicle. A suitable carrying case
or scabbard should be used to
carry an unloaded firearm to and
from the shooting area.
10. AVOID ALCOHOLIC
BEVERAGES WHEN
SHOOTING.
Don’t drink until the day’s shoot-
ing is over. Handling firearms
while under the influence of alco-
hol in any form, or medications
that could affect your judgement
or co-ordination, constitutes a
criminal disregard for the safety
of others. 
						

							ABRIEF ACCOUNT OF AN EXTRAORDINARY
ACHIEVEMENT: RUGER FIREARMS
One of the few American firearms manufacturers whose management has
remained unchanged since starting in business, Sturm, Ruger & Company,
Inc., had its beginning in a small machine shop occupying a rented frame
building in Southport, Connecticut. In January, 1949, with an initial invest-
ment of only $50,000 and an idea, William B. Ruger and Alexander M.
Sturm started production of a .22 caliber autoloading pistol – a design
which was so successful that it became the cornerstone upon which one of
the most comprehensive lines of sporting firearms ever made in America
was established. After Alex Sturm’s death in 1951, William B. Ruger contin-
ued to direct the company alone and today, as Chairman Emeritus of the
Board, he continues to provide the guidance which has made this 52 year-
old company a sound and successful enterprise.
Sturm, Ruger & Company, in this relatively short time, has established itself
as a leading small arms design organization, developing a unique and broad
line of fine quality sporting, military and police firearms to become one of
the world’s most famous producers of revolvers, pistols, rifles and shotguns.
From 1949 thru 2001 Ruger craftsmen have built many millions of
firearms.
During its five decades of growth and progress under the leadership of
William B. Ruger, the company has developed a business philosophy and
implemented policies which represent a constructive influence in the life of
modern America. From the beginning, Sturm, Ruger & Company played a
positive role in conservation efforts and has supported the interests of
shooters through such groups as the National Rifle Association, National
Shooting Sports Foundation, and many regional sportsmen’s organizations.
The company has always endeavored to market its firearms for constructive
and recreational purposes, to emphasize the traditional aspects of shooting,
to render meaningful public services and to encourage shooters in con-
structive, responsible, and safe participation in the shooting sports.
Today, Sturm, Ruger & Company is particularly mindful of those elements
which have contributed to the creation of its success, and extends heartfelt
thanks to its many loyal employees and customers.
A current catalog of Ruger firearms is available free upon request to
Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc., Southport, CT 06490
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							WHY NO WARRANTY CARD HAS BEEN
PACKED WITH THIS NEW RUGER FIREARM
The Magnuson-Moss Act (Public Law 93-637) does not require any
seller or manufacturer of a consumer product to give a written war-
ranty. It does provide that if a written warranty is given, it must be
designated as “limited” or as “full” and sets minimum standards for a
“full” warranty. Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. has elected not to pro-
vide any written warranty, either “limited” or “full”, rather than to
attempt to comply with the provisions of the Magnuson-Moss Act and
the regulations issued thereunder. There are certain implied war-
ranties under state law with respect to sales of consumer goods. As
the extent and interpretation of these implied warranties varies from
state to state, you should refer to your state statutes. Sturm, Ruger &
Company wishes to assure its customers of its continued interest in
providing service to owners of Ruger firearms.
STURM, RUGER & Company, Inc.
Southport, Connecticut 06490 U.S.A.
http://www.ruger.com
“Arms Makers For Responsible Citizens”
A COPY OF THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR ANY RUGER
FIREARM IS AVAILABLE FROM THE FACTORY FREE ON REQUEST.
THESE INSTRUCTION MANUALS CONTAIN IMPORTANT
WARNINGS WHICH MUST BE UNDERSTOOD
BEFORE USING THESE FIREARMS.
“RUGER”, the Sturm, Ruger logo, “SINGLE-SIX”, “BLACKHAWK”, “REDHAWK”, “SECURITY-SIX”,
“SPEED-SIX”, “SERVICE-SIX”,  “BEARCAT”, “OLD ARMY”, “10/22”, “MINI-14”, “MINI THIRTY”,
“RANCH RIFLE”, “M77”, “77/22”, “GP-100”, “SP101”, “P-85” and “VAQUERO”
are registered U.S. trademarks.
“77/50” is a Ruger trademark.