-Firearms are designed to use a certain gauge

or caliber
-using wrong ammunition, mixing
ammunition or improperly using reloaded
ammunition can cause serious injury or
death
-Use ammunition that exactly matches the
caliber of your firearm
-Read the owners instruction manual

-Confusing cartridges or shells can cause

serious injury or death
-Use cartridges or shells for the precise
caliber of the firearm
-Check ammunition before you load for the
correct caliber or gauge

-If you are an ammunition reloader, you are

responsible for personally assuring that the
loads and components of your reloaded
ammunition meet your guns factory tested
standards.
-Requires through knowledge of reloading
procedure and respect for the explosive
potential of gum powder

The first rule of reloading is to always follow

the manufacturers instruction for the
components you are using. Follow these
guidelines:
-Do not mix or substitute powders and
primers
-Do not use unknown or substandard
components
-use only suitable components that have
been factory tested by reputable
ammunition powder and bullet
manufacturers.

-Not following the guidelines can result to

severe damage to the firearm or yourself
-Dangerously high pressure and explosions
can result from an overcharge of powder,
use of wrong powder, incorrect shot
selection, other deviation from established
reloading guidelines
-Process of reloading exposes you to
environmentally hazardous material Lead
-it is important to handle bullets and shot
with extreme care.
-Work on well-ventilated areas, wash your
hand after exposure and before eating
-Never smoke while reloading

-Primers and powders are highly toxic and

flammable. So after reloading clean up all
the materials in the work area. Do not
leave any primer and powder spills on the
floor or work bench. Dispose all materials
according to manufacturers
recommendations.
-When reloading and hand loading,
concentrate on what you are doing at all
times.
-Do not be distracted by talking to others,
listening to radio or watching TV.
-Never reload after or while consuming
alcoholic beverages or drugs of any kind.

-You are working on extremely hazardous

material and you cannot risk a few seconds
of distraction
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Remember if you reload, you are the
ammunition manufacturer, and you are
responsible for the performance and safety
of your reloaded ammunition

-Your firearm is designed to operate according

to certain factory specifications.
-You jeopardize your safety and others by
attempting to alter the trigger, safety or other
mechanisms.
-Like all mechanical devices, a firearm is subject
to wear. It must be maintained and
periodically serviced to assure optimum safety
and performance
-Do not allow anyone to service, repair or
modify your firearm unless they are qualified.

-Proper cleaning and lubrication are important

to firearm maintenance and necessary to
assure accuracy, safety and reliability.
-Before cleaning always make sure your gun is
completely unloaded
-Always clean the barrel from the chamber
end to the muzzle when possible
-Make it a practice to clean your bore every
time you are going to shoot
-Be sure to clean your entire gun, before and
after long term storage, and no less than
once a year.

-It is important to clean your gun, whenever its

been exposed to adverse conditions, such as rain,
dirt, mud, snow, sleet or salt water.
-For safe and dependable operation of your gun, all
parts of your gun must be properly cleaned and
lubricated.
-Periodically inspect the internal working of your
firearm to be sure they are clean and free of rust,
unwanted dirt and debris.
-Use recommended lubricants on your gun and do
not over lubricate
*******Failure to properly maintain your firearm
cannot only ruin or damage your firearm, it can
expose you to unnecessary risk of pesonal injury
or death.

-Alcohol, drugs and guns are a dangerous

combination.
-Never consume anything that would impair
your judgment or physical coordination
when youre using a firearm.
-A high percentage of firearm accidents occur
due to alcohol and drugs
-Be smart. Shoot sober and be alive.