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1875 S.A. Schofield

TOP BREAK
SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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1 1 Frame Assembly 152 1 Hammer Safety Stop Screw

2 1 Hammer Assembly 167 1 Triggerguard Screw
3 1 Barrel Assembly 178 1 Hammer Pin
5 1 Cylinder Assembly 187 1 Base Pin Bushing
7 1 Hand 215 1 Hinge Pin Screw
10 1 Trigger 241 1 Ejector Cam
12 1 Bolt 316 1 Safety Spring
15 1 Sight 318 1 Hinge Pin
18 1 Hand Spring 420 1 Side Plate
19 1 Trigger Spring 421 1 Ejector Rod
20 1 Main Spring 429 1 Ejector Spring
26 1 Triggerguard 430 1 Bolt Spring
37 1 Hammer Screw 436 1 Stirrup Pin
40 1 Bolt Screw 453 1 Side Plate Screw
43 1 Right Grip Nut 574 1 Sight Pin
44 1 Left Grip Nut 635 1 Hand Spring Pin
45 1 Right Grip 637 1 Ejector Lever
46 1 Left Grip 638 1 Ejector Lever Spring
51 1 Grip Pin 639 1 Stud Latch
53 1 Mainspring Screw 640 1 Stud Latch Spring
54 1 Grip Screw 641 1 Stud Latch Screw
79 1 Ejector .45 645 1 Barrel Block
99 2 Trigger Pin 646 2 Barrel Block Screw
108 1 Extractor Guide Pin 656 1 Safety Block
115 1 Stirrup 659 1 Hinge pin peg
147 1 Hammer Safety Spring 716 1 Safety Spring Pin
149 1 Hammer Safety Pin

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 SPECIAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS. BEFORE USING

YOUR UBERTI SINGLE ACTION FIREARM, CAREFULLY READ
AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE WARNINGS, INSTRUCTIONS AND
OTHER INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL. DO NOT PERMIT OTHERS
TO HANDLE THIS FIREARM UNLESS THEY HAVE ALSO READ AND
UNDERSTAND THE INFORMATION IN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH.

FIREARMS ARE NOT ALL ALIKE. Features and handling characteristics

of this single action revolver may be different from other revolvers or
firearms with which you are familiar; therefore, it is your responsibility
to study this manual carefully and to thoroughly understand all of the
operational and safety features of this revolver, how it functions and how
to handle it safely. The best way to do this is to sit down with this manual
and your unloaded revolver – without any ammunition nearby – and take
as much time as is necessary for you to thoroughly understand how it
works. FIREARM SAFETY DEPENDS ON YOU!

USE ONLY PROPER AMMUNITION. Discharging hand-

loaded cartridges, ammunition marked “High Speed” or “High
Velocity,” or cartridges of an incorrect caliber, can cause
excessively high chamber pressures resulting in severe
damage to your firearm and/or SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Old cartridges can also deteriorate and damage your firearm.
NEVER use anything other than new cartridges that have
been commercially loaded in accordance with SAAMI-
C.I.P. standards. ONLY use cartridges that are the exact
caliber as the caliber of your revolver. Never mix ammunition.

Discharging any firearm carries risks of eye and ear

injury wHICH CAN BE MINOR, MODERATE OR SERIOUS.
Unprotected and repeated exposure to gunfire can cause
hearing damage. Flying particles and debris can cause eye
injury. Therefore, you should ALWAYS wear eye and ear
protection when discharging a firearm.

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 A LOADED FIREARM is not a TOY. A loaded firearm is capable of
causing SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH if not treated with proper care.
DO NOT engage in horseplay with a loaded firearm and do not leave a
loaded firearm unattended.

This manual should always accompany this firearm

and be transferred with it upon change of ownership.

THREE HAMMER POSITIONS:

There are three possible positions for the hammer of this single action revolver:

FIG.A. “Safety”, “Transport”, “Loading”, “Unloading” First cock position;

FIG.B. “Firing” Second cock position
FIG.C. “After Firing” At rest

Safety and Transport: First cock position (FIG.A)

These guns have a hammer block safety in the frame. To activate the hammer safety
block, pull the hammer backward until you hear the first click. Lower the hammer
into the safety position. With the hammer in this position, the safety mechanism is
activated. This patented device places a steel insert between the hammer and the
frame and is designed to prevent the gun from accidently firing. When the gun is not
being used, always use your hammer block safety. (See FIG. A) (WARNING: NEVER
leave the hammer fully forward over a live cartridge. In this
position, a sharp blow to the hammer – or a dropped revolver –
can cause an accidental discharge and SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
could occur.)
Loading: First cock position (FIG.A)
Keeping your finger out of the trigger guard and off the trigger, draw the hammer
back to the first cock position which makes the cylinder free to rotate. Then, open
the revolver as far as it will open until the ejector returns to its normal position in
the cylinder. Make certain you have the exact caliber cartridges matching the exact
caliber of your revolver. Then load one cartridge in each chamber. Before closing
your revolver, make sure the hammer is in first cock position. If the hammer is in full
cock position (firing position), the gun will not close. Do not insist on closing because
the hand is not in its correct position. Be careful because you could break the hand.
You should practice this loading function without any cartridges until you feel
comfortable. Then, and only then, are you and your revolver ready for use.
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(WARNING: The user must manually move the hammer into this first cock position –
NOTICE: This revolver does not have an “automatic” safety; therefore, the safety is
not always on and must be engaged by user. (Fig. A)
When you open the gun for loading, the hammer is already in the first cock (safe)
position, otherwise the gun will not open. It is also possible to open the gun in the full
cock (firing) position but NEVER attempt to do this otherwise you will not be able to
close the gun. The full cock position must be used only for firing.

Unloading: First cock position (FIG. A):

Point the gun in a safe direction. Draw the hammer back to the first cock position
(FIG. A). Turn the gun so the cylinder is facing downward, release the Stud Latch
(P/N: 639) and completely open the gun. At this point all the cartridges will fall out
contemporarily towards the ground (FIG. D).

Firing Position (Full Cock) (FIG. B):

Pull the hammer backward in firing position (full cock). Make sure it clicks into this
rearmost position. Your revolver is now ready to fire.
Never attempt to fire your gun in any position except the full cock position, Attempting
to pull the trigger in the safety position will strain the mechanism and make it unsafe.
(It might even break if you are strong enough). Make certain you are using only
new commercially loaded ammunition of the correct caliber. (WARNING: Do
NOT use ammunition marked “High Speed” or “High Velocity” and NEVER use
reloaded ammunition.)

Position after Firing (FIG. C):

After firing, the hammer is resting against the frame and the firing pin would be resting
on the primer of a chambered cartridge. (WARNING: NEVER leave the hammer fully
forward over a live cartridge. In this position, a sharp blow to the hammer – or a
dropped revolver – can cause an accidental discharge and SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH could occur).

If your revolver is in the full cock position and you change your mind and do not want
to fire, carefully follow the following instructions:

1. Point the gun in a safe direction.

2. Take your trigger finger out of the trigger guard and put this finger on the side of
the frame. (FIG. E)
3. Release the stud latch (P/N: 639) and rotate the barrel fully open. (FIG. E)
4. Remove all cartridges and empty casings from your gun. (FIG. D)

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5. Put your trigger finger on the trigger and your thumb on the hammer.
6. Pull the trigger backward and hold it while lowering the hammer. After the hammer
has passed the full cock position (firing position) release the trigger and continue
to lower the hammer until it clicks into the first cock position (FIG. A) Now you can
close the gun. N.B. NEVER CLOSE THE GUN WHEN THE HAMMER IS IN THE
FIRING POSITION.

LOWERING THE HAMMER CAN BE DANGEROUS. Lowering the hammer on a

single action firearm can be dangerous if you are not completely familiar with its
handling characteristics. If the hammer slips during this process and a live cartridge
is positioned under the hammer, an accidental discharge could occur causing
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. It is therefore critical that you first practice the above
loading and unloading steps, including safely lowering the hammer, without any
ammunition, or with dummy cartridges only, until you are comfortable and confident
you can do so safely. ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE MUZZLE IS POINTED IN A SAFE
DIRECTION WHEN LOWERING THE HAMMER. REMEMBER, FIREARM SAFETY
DEPENDS ON YOU!

Before opening and closing your gun MAKE SURE THE HAMMER IS IN THE
SAFETY POSITION (FIG. A). With the hammer in this position, the safety mechanism
is activated.
Make sure your gun is always in the safety position when transporting or when you
are not actually firing.
You must learn this procedure with an unloaded gun until you feel confident and are
familiar with the handling.
Only when you feel really confident should you think about using live ammunition.

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 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Before beginning any cleaning or maintenance procedures, MAKE SURE the
revolver is unloaded. (WARNING: Failure to follow this step could lead to SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH.)
Check first to make sure your revolver is empty. Pull the hammer rearward into first
cock position (FIG:A), release the stud latch (P/N:639) and open the gun for cleaning.
To clean your revolver, use a wood, aluminum or brass cleaning rod (do not use
steel), a brass bristle brush, and patches that are correctly sized to the caliber of your
revolver. Use a good quality cleaning solution to scrub each cylinder bore and barrel
bore. Always brush all the way through the bore; never try to reverse directions while
the brush is actually in the barrel or chamber. After scrubbing, run clean patches
through the bore and chambers until they come out clean. Thereafter, completely, but
lightly, oil the entire revolver. You will find that the oil will nicely color the one piece
grip of your revolver over the years and it will develop and retain a soft patina glow.
Use a good quality brass polish on the back strap and trigger guard. These high-
quality solid brass parts will tarnish, but it is easily removed with any good quality
brass polish.

CAUTION
Remember, when you full cock your gun to shoot it again, you rotate the cylinder;
then you decide not to fire and decock the gun. This round is still live and will rotate
back toward the firing position with each cocking. Do not forget about this round.
If you fired rounds prior to the decocking operation and commence firing again, the
hammer will fall on one or more empty cylinders and still will fall on a live round. Be
careful and attentive to this live round.
Always keep your gun pointed in a safe direction.

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FIRST COCK
“SAFETY”, “TRANSPORT”, “LOADING”, UNLOADING A

SECOND COCK
“FIRING” B

AT REST
“AFTER FIRING” C

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 D

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 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Whether you are an experienced safe shooter and are familiar with these safety
instruction procedures, or have some or no familiarity with handling a gun, it is
imperative that you read carefully and thoroughly this entire instruction manual and
follow the safety instructions to ensure you are familiar with the proper and safe use
of this firearm to prevent personal injury, death, or property damage.

WARNING:
• NEVER POINT A FIREARM AT SOMETHING THAT IS NOT SAFE TO SHOOT.
Never let the muzzle of a firearm point
at any part of your body or at another
person. This is especially important when
loading or unloading the firearm. When
you are shooting at a target, know what
is behind it. Some bullets can travel
over a mile. If you miss your target or if
the bullet penetrates the target, it is your
responsibility to ensure that the shot does not cause unintended injury or damage.

• ALWAYS TREAT A FIREARM AS IF IT WERE LOADED.

Never assume that a firearm is unloaded. The only certain way to ensure that a
firearm has the chamber empty is to open the chamber and visually examine the
inside to see if a round is present. Removing the magazine will not guarantee
that a firearm is unloaded or cannot fire. Shotguns and rifles can be checked by
cycling or removing all rounds and by then opening and inspecting the chamber and
the magazine tube for any remaining rounds.

• KNOW THE SAFETY FEATURES OF THE FIREARM YOU ARE USING, BUT
REMEMBER: SAFETY DEVICES ARE NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR SAFE HANDLING
PROCEDURES.
Never rely solely on a safety device to prevent an accident. It is imperative that you
know and use the safety features of the particular firearm you are handling, but
accidents can best be prevented by following the safe handling procedures described
in these safety rules and elsewhere in the product manual. To further familiarize
yourself with the proper use of this or other firearms, take a Firearms Safety Course
taught by an expert in firearms use and safety procedures.

• NEVER TRANSPORT A LOADED FIREARM.

Unload a firearm before putting it in a vehicle (chamber empty,
magazine empty). Hunters and target shooters should load
their firearm only at their destination. If you carry a firearm for
self-protection, leaving the chamber unloaded can reduce the
chance of accidental discharge.

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• AVOID ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OR JUDGMENT/
REFLEX IMPAIRING MEDICATION WHEN SHOOTING.
Do not drink and shoot. If you take medication that can impair
motor reactions or judgment, do not handle a firearm while you
are under the influence of the medication.

• ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GLASSES AND EARPLUGS

WHEN SHOOTING.
The chance that gas, gunpowder or metal fragments will blow
back and injure a shooter who is firing a gun is rare, but the
injury that can be sustained in such circumstances is severe,
including the possible loss of eyesight. A shooter must always
wear impact resistant shooting glasses when firing any firearm.
Earplugs help reduce the chance of hearing damage from
shooting.

• Always check the barrel bore, chamber and action to ensure

they are perfectly clean and clear of obstructions.
Clean a fouled gun immediately for correct and safe function.

• Do not smoke while handling, loading or shooting any

ammunition, especially black powder. 
Keep black powder in a closed container at all times, reclosing the container after
each and every use.

• USE PROPER AMMUNITION.

Only use factory-loaded, new ammunition manufactured to industry specifications:
CIP (Europe and elsewhere), SAAMI® (U.S.A.). Be certain that each round you use
is in the proper caliber or gauge and type for the particular firearm. The caliber or
gauge of the firearm is clearly marked on the barrels of shotguns and on the slide or
barrel of pistols. The use of reloaded or remanufactured ammunition can increase the
likelihood of excessive cartridge pressures, casehead ruptures or other defects in the
ammunition which can cause damage to your firearm and injury to yourself or others
nearby.
Always use an individual charge from a powder measure when loading a muzzleloading
gun, never charging directly from a powder flask.

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• NEVER SHOOT AT WATER OR AT A HARD SURFACE.
Shooting at the surface of water or at a rock or other hard
surface increases the chance of ricochets or fragmentation of
the bullet or shot, which can result in the projectile striking an
unintended or peripheral target.

• Never shoot the gun near an animal, as the animal could be startled and create an
accident.
• Never engage in “horseplay” while holding your gun.
• When selecting a place to shoot, always be absolutely sure of your target and the
area behind it before you touch the trigger, making sure there is an adequate backstop
which will stop and contain bullets. A bullet can travel through or past your target up to
11/2 miles. If you have any doubt, do not shoot.

• NEVER CLIMB A TREE, FENCE OR OBSTRUCTION WITH

A LOADED FIREARM.
Open and empty the chamber of your firearm and engage the
manual safety before climbing or descending a tree or before
climbing a fence or jumping over a ditch or obstruction. Never
pull or push a loaded firearm toward yourself or another person.

• Never follow a companion with your gun loaded.

• Place the hammer forward only when you are ready to shoot. Never place or permit
the hammer to remain in the half-cock notch as this is not a safe carrying position.
You might end up accidentally perching the hammer on the lip of the half cock notch,
which is extremely dangerous. The hammer in this condition could fall forward and
discharge the gun, causing injury, death, or property damage.
• Do not put your finger inside the trigger guard until you have aimed the gun at the
intended target and are imminently ready to safely shoot.
• Always be aware of other people around you. Keep spectators or others to your
rear. Keep hands and face clear and keep others clear of the ejection port as ejected
spent cartridges can cause injury.
• Always use extreme care with a misfire or failure to fire. Keep the gun pointed in
a safe direction and wait one full minute. This is because if hangfire or slow ignition
has occurred, the round will still fire. If the round fails to fire after waiting, remove the
magazine, eject the round and examine the primer. Immediately refer to a competent
gunsmith if you notice the firing pin indent on the primer is light, off-center, or does
not exist. Dispose of misfired rounds according to the ammunition manufacturer’s
instructions.
• Immediately cease shooting if your gun fails to properly function. Never force a
jammed action, which can cause a round to explode and cause personal injury, death,

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or damage to your gun or other property.
• Never leave a gun, especially a loaded gun, unattended as someone, especially a
child, could accidentally shoot it causing injury, death, or property damage.
• Make sure your gun is not loaded before cleaning, storing, traveling, laying it down,
or handing it to another person.

• STORE YOUR FIREARM SO THAT CHILDREN CANNOT GAIN ACCESS TO IT.

It is your responsibility to insure that children under the
age of 18 or other unauthorized persons do not gain
access to your firearm. To reduce the risk of accidents
involving children, unload your firearm, lock it and store
the ammunition in a separate locked location. Please
note that devices intended to prevent accidents - for
example, cable locks, chamber plugs, etc, - may not
prevent use or misuse of your firearm by a determined
person. Steel gun safes may be more appropriate to reduce the likelihood of intentional
misuse of a firearm by an unauthorized child or person.

• Black powder and percussion caps must be stored in separate locations, preferably
in their original containers.

• LEAD WARNING
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. Have adequate
ventilation at all times. Wash hands thoroughly after exposure.

• PROPERLY MAINTAIN YOUR FIREARM.

Store and carry your firearm so that dirt or lint does not
accumulate in the working parts. Clean and oil your firearm,
following the instructions provided in this manual, after each
use to prevent corrosion, damage to the barrel or accumulation
of impurities which can prevent use of the gun in an emergency.
Always check the barrel prior to loading to ensure that it is clean
and free from obstructions. Firing against an obstruction can
rupture the barrel and injure yourself or others nearby.
In case you hear an unusual noise when shooting, stop firing immediately, engage
the manual safety and unload the firearm. Make sure the chamber and the barrel are
free from any obstruction or possible bullet blocked inside the barrel due to defective
or improper ammunition.

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Read and understand all the following precautions before removing this firearm
from the package.
The United States I.R.S., B.A.T.F. and treasury department classifies this product as
a firearm or dangerous weapon; therefore, it is potentially lethal.

CAUTION: Prior to removing this gun from its packaging, and prior to loading and
shooting, carefully and thoroughly read this entire instruction manual which advises on
the gun’s proper functioning and handling. If you are unsure of anything, or have little
experience or are unfamiliar with firearms, contact your local gun club, NRA approved
instructor, or directly contact the National Rifle Association, Washington, D.C. 20036.
Firearm safety is your responsibility and your safety and that of your family and others
depend on your responsible, safe use.

NOTICE - DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY

A. Uberti S.p.A. shall not be responsible for product malfunction or for physical
injury, death, or property damage from the gun’s intentional or accidental discharge.
A. Uberti S.p.A. assumes no responsibility for improper or careless handling,
unauthorized modifications, use of defective, improper, hand-loaded, reloaded
or remanufactured ammunition, customer abuse or neglect of the product. A.
Uberti S.p.A. will not honor claims made by the second or subsequent owners of the
firearm.
While this firearm was tested, carefully inspected, and packaged before it left the
factory, A. Uberti S.p.A. cannot thereafter control product handling. Please be sure
to examine this firearm carefully when purchased to ensure it is unloaded and
undamaged. Your gun dealer will assist you in making this examination and answer
any further questions in this regard.

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 WARRANTY NOTICE!!

CHARCOAL BLUE FINISH: Derives its name from the high-temperature fire blueing
process involved in attaining the deep royal blue color. Charcoal Blue is more
delicate than standard blue: the gun must be constantly oiled and with use will
become a desirable smoke gray “patina” finish as on an antique gun.
NICKEL PLATED FINISH: This nickel plated finish is a superficial electrolytic
process: these nickel plated firearms, after firing, the muzzle crown of the barrel and
the cylinder may begin to show wear on close inspection.
This is due to usage and is unavoidable.
WHITE FINISH: White finish is delicate. It is essential you look after your revolver.
Acidity from you hand creates rust, therefore the gun must be oiled after handling or
simply touching. Remember, your gun is not Stainless Steel.
WOOD: The manufacturer does not warrant the wood (stock, forend and grips) with
respect to finish, matching of pieces, dents, scratches, cuts and dings etc.
METAL: The manufacturer does not warrant the metal finish, wood to metal fit etc.
This warranty does not apply to normal wear of any parts, or if an unauthorized
repair and/or alteration has been performed.
All are firearms are subject to proof testing at the Italian National Proof House and
are proofed at much higher pressures than normal pressures. Furthermore, the
chamber dimensions and head space are tested according to the Saami and C.I.P.
regulations.

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