Store your Arminius revolver uncocked, unloaded, and with the cylinder closed in a dry environment. Because vintage Arminius models often feature unique bluing or frame finishes, avoid storing them long-term inside porous leather holsters, which readily trap moisture and promote rust.
Safety begins with verifying the weapon’s condition. Every time you pick up an Arminius revolver, execute these clearing steps immediately. Arminius Revolver Manual Of Arms
This comprehensive manual of arms outlines the essential procedures for the safe handling, operation, loading, unloading, and maintenance of Arminius swing-out cylinder revolvers. Understanding Firearm Safety and Operation Store your Arminius revolver uncocked, unloaded, and with
If the revolver is dropped directly on its hammer, the weapon will not discharge because the transfer bar rests below the firing pin line when the trigger is forward. Field Stripping and Maintenance Every time you pick up an Arminius revolver,
Clean the frame face. Do not use heavy oils inside the firing pin housing.
| Problem | Probable Cause | Solution | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Dirty center pin or bent crane screw | Clean center pin channel; check screw tension | | Hammer follows (falls) when trigger released | Worn trigger sear | Do not dry fire; send to a specialist | | Light primer strikes | Weak hammer spring (common in old HW-3) | Replace hammer spring (Wolff Gunsprings makes a universal fit) | | Lead shaving (spitting) | Timing off; cylinder not aligned with forcing cone | Check cylinder lock-up; if loose, retiming needed | | Extractor star won't seat flush | Rimfire cartridge rim stuck under star (HW-3) | Use a toothpick to lift the rim; clean under star regularly |
Use a nylon utility brush to scrub carbon fouling off the cylinder face, the forcing cone (the rear entrance of the barrel), and the inner frame window.