THE FOUR BASICS OF FIREARMS SAFETY

 

READ and UNDERSTAND these instructions before using your firearm.

At home, in the field, at the range, or anywhere, the first concern of every firearm owner should be safety. Apply the following safety rules in every situation, with any kind of firearm:

BEFORE HANDLING ANY FIREARM, UNDERSTAND ITS OPERATION.

Not all firearms are the same. Familiarize yourself with the mechanical features of any firearm you intend to use. If you feel uncertain about any operational aspects of your handgun, contact Walther customer support before proceeding with its operation.

ALWAYS SAFELY STORE AND SECURE YOUR FIREARM.

Safe and secure storage of your firearm is one of the most important responsibilities of firearms ownership. It is a full-time responsibility. You must secure your firearm and ammunition separately so that they are not accessible to children or other unauthorized persons. (See Safe Storage Instructions below.)

ALWAYS TREAT EVERY FIREARM AS IF IT IS LOADED AND WOULD FIRE IF THE TRIGGER IS PULLED.

Do not take anyone’s word that the firearm is unloaded – always check for yourself. Never pass your firearm to another person without clearing the action and opening the cylinder and visually checking that it is unloaded. Keep your firearm unloaded and safely stored when not in use.

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR FIREARM POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION.

Never point a firearm at anyone or anything you do not intend to shoot whether or not it is loaded. This is particularly important when loading, unloading, or field stripping the gun. ALWAYS control the direction of the firearm.

NEVER PLACE YOUR FINGER INSIDE THE TRIGGER GUARD UNLESS YOU INTEND TO FIRE.

A firearm cannot be fired unless the trigger is pulled. Ensure that other objects do not touch the trigger.

ALWAYS BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET AND WHAT IS BEYOND IT.

Always be sure of where the bullet will strike and shoot only where there is a safe backstop free of obstructions, water or other surfaces which can cause ricochets. Do not fire into the sky.

ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES

• Never store a firearm with the hammer or striker in the cocked position.

• Do not allow a firearm to be used by individuals who do not understand these basic firearms safety rules. It is important that individuals handling a firearm understand the function, operation and rules of safe gun-handling.

• Ensure all accessories, such as holsters and grips, are compatible with the firearm and that the accessories do not interfere with safe operation.

• Use the correct ammunition for your particular firearm as indicated by the marking on the barrel. Never use non-standard, reloaded, or “handloaded” ammunition that has not been subjected to internal ballistic pressure testing.

• Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning firearms, or handling ammunition may result in exposure to lead and other substances known to cause birth defects, reproductive harm, and other serious physical injury. Review the warnings and labels for all ammunition and cleaning products carefully. Have adequate ventilation at all times. Wash hands thoroughly after exposure.

• Never use alcohol or drugs before or while shooting. Do not use your firearm if you are on any medication which impairs, even slightly, your mental or physical ability.

• Wear eye and hearing protection appropriate for firearm use every time you discharge your firearm. Equally important is ensuring others in the vicinity of where you will be shooting do so as well.

• Do not allow any alteration or replacement of parts in your Walther firearm unless performed by a qualified gunsmith using genuine Walther parts. If you do otherwise, improper functioning of your firearm may occur and serious injury may result.

• Never cross obstacles such as fences or streams with a loaded firearm.

• Firearm safety training is available. Contact your dealer, Law Enforcement Agency, local sportsman’s club, etc. for availability.

• Appropriate use for your firearm means using your firearm for legal purposes. For instance – target shooting and lawful resistance of deadly criminal force.

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