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Summary of Contents for SSK SSK-50
- Page 1 Operations/Safety Manual SSK - 50 Read the instructions and warnings in the manual CAREFULLY BEFORE using the firearm.
- Page 2 If a Receiver is loaned or sold (by an individual or dealer) this booklet must accompany the receiver. Replacement booklets are available at no charge from the SSK Firearms Website (sskfirearms.com) - Part Number (SKU): M 1 2 5 X , is available at : https://sskfirearms.com/...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents General Rules for Safe Use and Handling of the SSK-50 Pages 4 - 8 Ammunition Pages 9 - 10 Mechanics: Hammer Safety and Firing Pin Selection Pages 11 - 12 Mechanics: Opening the Action – Familiarization Pages 13 - 15... - Page 4 KNOW YOUR FIREARM BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT TO USE IT! Designed as a Hunting/Sports firearm, the SSK-50 is uniquely different from other firearms. Its single shot, break open action is relatively simple to understand and safe when the required ingredients of “common sense”...
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Page 5: General Rules For Safe Use And Handling Of The Ssk-50
3. Never load your SSK-50 until you are ready to fire it. If your firearm is not loaded until you are ready to fire and are directing your full concentration to it and the target, then there can be no accidental dis- charge of the firearm. - Page 6 6. Be sure of your target. Never fire your SSK-50 unless there is a back stop behind your target. Never fire your SSK-50 in the field unless you have a clear view of your target. Never fire at a noise or movement in the brush.
- Page 7 GENERAL RULES FOR SAFE USE AND HANDLING OF THE SSK-50 (Cont) 1. Note: The SSK-50 is sold as a Frame, Handgun or Rifle. Changes to the configuration of the SSK-50 receiver or firearm by the end-user, including but not limited to, a butt stock on a pistol,...
- Page 8 GENERAL RULES FOR SAFE USE AND HANDLING OF THE SSK-50 (Cont) d. As a firearm owner, you accept a demanding responsibility. How seriously you take this responsibility can be the difference be the difference between life and death. There is no excuse for careless or abusive handling of your firearm.
- Page 9 ALWAYS USE THE LOCK PROVIDED BY SSK FIREARMS TO SECURE YOUR FIREARM. SSK Firearms provides a lock for your convenience along with an instruction sheet on the proper use of the lock. There are other alternative locks and safe storage containers available in the marketplace which may also be appropriate for your particular needs.
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Page 10: Ammunition
AMMUNITION Standard Factory Loaded Cartridges The SSK-50 design provides for the use of interchangeable barrels which are chambered for a variety of factory loaded cartridges. The proper cartridge for each barrel is clearly marked by its standard industry designation on the top left side of each barrel. - Page 11 SSK-50 Receiver or SSK-50 accessory barrels which are subjected to custom alteration or conversion other than those performed by SSK Firearms are not covered by our warranty. SSK-50 Firearms does not endorse or recommend any type of custom alteration other than those performed by the SSK Firearms. Responsibility for other conversions rests solely with the gunsmith performing the conversion.
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Page 12: Mechanics: Hammer Safety And Firing Pin Selection
MECHANICS: HAMMER SAFETY AND FIRING PIN SELECTION Your SSK-50 firearm is designed with two firing pins which accommodate either rim or center fire cartridges and allows for the interchangeability of barrels. These firing pins are located in the receiver bridge forward of the hammer. - Page 13 Manual Firing Pin Selector Photo 2 Photo 4 Photo 1 Photo 3 Position 3 Position 1 Position 2 Selector ARMED SAFE RED DOT ARMED RIMFIRE NOT VISIBLE CENTERFIRE Page 12...
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Page 14: Mechanics: Opening The Action - Familiarization
Such applications as fast drawing, speed shooting, one handed loading or “snap shooting” are dangerous and should never be attempted with an SSK-50! It is just not that kind of a firearm. The only proper application for an SSK-50 is hunting, target or sport shooting, so consequently its user has all the time in the world to operate this firearm correctly and safely. - Page 15 MECHANICS: OPENING THE ACTION – FAMILIARIZATION (Continued) PHOTO 5 PHOTO 6 PHOTO 7 POSITION 2 DISARMED RED DOT NOT VISIBLE Page 14...
- Page 16 MECHANICS: OPENING THE ACTION – FAMILIARIZATION (Continued) It is important to understand the mechanics of the opening operation to utilize the firearm safely. In Step 1, moving the manual firing pin selector to Position 2, the primary safety, rotates the two hammer nose pins (one rimfire, on centerfire), away from any potential contact point with either firing pin, rendering the fire- arm safe and incapable of discharge.
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Page 17: Mechanics: Closing The Action-Familiarization
MECHANICS: CLOSING THE ACTION-FAMILIARIZATION 1) With the firearm pointed in a safe direction, fingers away from the trigger, and the action open, verify the manual firing pin selector, the primary safety, is in Position 2, the safe position. 2) Grasp the forend and with a firm and swift upward motion, close the action. Repeat the steps of opening and closing the action without placing a round in the chamber until you un- derstand the mechanics and are completely comfortable with the operation. -
Page 18: Mechanics: Loading And Firing The Firearm
MECHANICS: LOADING AND FIRING THE FIREARM DON’T LOAD AND FIRE YOUR SSK-50 UNTIL YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL. 1) With the firearm pointed in a safe direction and fingers away from the trigger, rotate the manual firing pin selector to Position 2, the safety position as shown in Photo 5 (Page 14). - Page 19 MECHANICS: LOADING AND FIRING THE FIREARM (Continued) 5) Grasp the forend and with a firm and swift upward motion, close the action. If the action does not close smoothly, do not force it closed on a live round. Remove the live round from the chamber and inspect the cartridge and chamber.
- Page 20 2) The secondary safety is the internal hammer block. When the SSK-50 action is broken open properly, as explained previously, the hammer block moves into a position between the hammer and the frame. In this po- sition the hammer cannot move forward.
- Page 21 MECHANICS: RE-ENGAGING THE HAMMER BLOCK IF THE HAMMER IS COCKED, BUT THE TRIGGER NOT PULLED (Continued) Photo 8 NEUTRAL – FALLING BLOCK FULLY COCKED READY TO SAFETY ENGAGED FIRE Page 20...
- Page 22 MECHANICS: RE-ENGAGING THE HAMMER BLOCK IF THE HAMMER IS COCKED, BUT THE TRIGGER NOT PULLED (Continued) Method 1 – Manually releasing the trigger while lowering the hammer. In this method, move the firing pin selector to Position 2, the safe position. Support or block the hammer with the offhand or secure its position with your thumb on the trigger hand.
- Page 23 MECHANICS: RE-ENGAGING THE HAMMER BLOCK IF THE HAMMER IS COCKED, BUT THE TRIGGER NOT PULLED (Continued) Method 2 – Opening the action while supporting the hammer. This is the preferred method to return the firearm to the safe condition with both safeties engaged. In this method, move the firing pin selector to Position 2, the safe position.
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Page 24: Safety
SSK-50. Do not load the SSK-50 until you are ready to fire it. Always keep the muzzle of your firearm pointed down range. -
Page 25: Changing Barrels
PRACTICE AND LEARN THE MECHANICS OF THIS FIREARM BEFORE YOU USE IT! The previous text and photos are intended to instruct the shooter in the safe use of the SSK-50 Receiver. We recommend that you reread this material. With the CHAMBER UNLOADED practice each step carefully until you have completely committed these procedures to memory. -
Page 26: Lubrication
(Continued) LUBRICATION To guard against accidental discharge which may charge injury or death, be sure that the SSK-50 is unloaded and that the action is open when performing this operation. Guard against malfunction and sludge build-up by using dry lubricant such as graphite on the internal parts. -
Page 27: Failure To Fire
FAILURE TO FIRE If the SSK-50 fails to fire, keep the gun pointed at the target or in a safe direction for at least 30 seconds. If the SSK-50 does not fire after 30 seconds, carefully open the action. Check the External Manual Firing Pin Selec- tor to ensure that it was in the proper position for firing. -
Page 28: Service
Our service department will give your SSK-50 a complete inspection. They will evaluate the problem or prob- lems specified in your cover letter. If the work required is not covered by our “Lifetime Warranty”, you will receive a quotation which must be authorized by you. -
Page 29: Statement Of Liability
This gun is classified as a FIREARM OR DANGEROUS WEAPON and is surrendered by us with the express understanding that we assume no liability for its resale or safe handling under local laws and regulations. SSK Firearms assumes no responsibility for physical injury or property damage resulting from either intentional... - Page 30 With respect to such firearms, this warranty supersedes any and all other warranties. SSK will repair, without charge, for up to five years of the original owner, any SSK receiver, handgun, or rifle that is found to have a defect in material or workmanship.
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Page 31: Parts List
Parts List PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 55060254(25) Contender, Sear Spring Contender, Firing Pin Bushing 55060260(26) Contender, Firing Pin Spring Contender, Firing Pin Rimfire 55060430(43-0) Contender, Trigger Spring Contender, Firing Pin Center 55060482(48-0) Contender, Safety Spring Contender, Bushing Screw 55060660(66) Contender, Hammer Spring 172-1... - Page 32 SSK Firearms, Inc. 1288 Bantam Ridge Road Wintersville, OH 43953 Website www.sskfirearms.com Contact support@sskfirearms.com...
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