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First Time Owners

As a responsible firearm owner, you must read the USER MANUAL of your weapon thoroughly before you handle it. A product specific manual will be provided with each new Rock Island Armory weapon. 

This USER’S MANUAL is designed to assist you in learning the proper use and care of your handgun. After reading this manual, examine your handgun carefully and ensure that you understand all the features associated with it. This includes knowing it’s basic parts, how the safety features operate, how to open and close the action, and how to safely load and unload ammunition. Remember that improper use and handling of this handgun is dangerous, may void the warranty, and could cause severe injury or death.

Rock Island Armory weapons are as well made as modern technology allows and will give you a lifetime of reliable service, security, and pride of ownership. Use it properly and take good care of it, as per the instructions given in this USER’S MANUAL and do not hesitate to ask pertinent questions from the manufacturer or from competent gunsmiths.

The USER’S MANUAL that comes with your weapon should always be kept available for reference and should accompany the firearm if transferred to another party.

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The holidays are fast approaching! And with that, you may be coming to a terrifying realization — you don’t have a gift. If you’re still searching for the perfect gift for the gun enthusiast in your life, don’t worry.

We’ve put together a curated collection of ideas that any firearm user or range regular will genuinely appreciate and use.

And the best news? This is not a sales pitch. Every single item on this list is something our team at Armscor knows, loves, and fully believes in.

There’s no order here — it’s just a no-nonsense guide to help you bring joy to the gun lover in your life. Let’s dive into 10 last-minute gift ideas for gun lovers that are sure to hit the bullseye this holiday season.

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