KRIEGHOFF OPTIMA, ULTRA, CLASSIC KRIEGHOFF HUBERTUS TWIN-HAMMER-MODELS SINGLE BARREL

Instruction Manual CONTENTS

Dear Customer, Thank you for your trust in Krieghoff. I. General Gun Safety 4 II. Specific handling and safety features 5 Through family traditions, values and identity are created. Since 1886, the Krieghoff family III. Instructions for use: has produced exceptional . We are proud of this tradition, which has proved its worth 1. Assembly and Disassembly 8 for generations. 2. Cocking and Uncocking 10 3. Set Trigger 12 It is the personal experience and the intense dialogue with hunters all over the world, driving IV. Krieghoff Model Group 1 – gun specific instructions for each of the models the dynamic innovations and ongoing improvements of our outstanding hunting arms. 1. Krieghoff Optima Drilling 14 2. Krieghoff Ultra Over & Under Rifle/ Combination 15 Our family history is a tradition full of achievement that we are proud of. With the acquisition 3. Krieghoff Classic Side-by-Side Rifle, Side-by-Side Shotgun, of one of our hunting arms, you are now experiencing the results of our traditions and values. Side-by-Side Rifle/Shotgun Combination 16 We wish you great pleasure with it. 4. Krieghoff Hubertus Single Barrel Rifle 17 V. Maintenance 18 VI. Sighting-in and Accuracy 22 VII. Steel Shot 26 VIII. Data Sheet 27 Dieter Krieghoff Phil Krieghoff

2 3 I. GENERAL GUN SAFETY II. SPECIFIC HANDLING AND SAFETY FEATURES

GUN SAFETY IS YOUR • Never point any at yourself or for your firearm. Store firearms and • Manual cocking with cocking device Cocking device in backward position • Combi-Cocking Device RESPONSIBILITY! THINK GUN anyone else. Always point a firearm in a ammunition separately in a safe, dry, “Kickspanner” (towards buttstock/user) = gun is not This became a standard feature with guns SAFETY! READ AND UNDERSTAND safe direction. ventilated and locked place, beyond The Krieghoff Models Optima, Ultra, cocked and is on safe ordered after June 1999. Earlier guns may THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE the reach of children and otherwise Classic and Hubertus have no conventional, have it as optional feature. ASSEMBLING AND FIRING! • Before loading a firearm, inspect the unauthorized persons. Store all firearms separate safety. When the cocking device • Twin hammer manual cocking, barrel, make sure, that it is perfectly clean unloaded. Be absolutely certain that the is moved forward (cocked) and the red dot featuring the models Optima, Ultra and NOTE: • Your Krieghoff hunting gun is a and free from any obstructions. The barrels chambers are empty. is visible on the top tang, the gun is ready Classic If you leave the cocking device in its mechanical piece of equipment. Its and chambers must be dry and free from to fire. When cocking the gun, make sure Moving the cocking device forward, will forward position after the gun has been flawless and safe functioning depends on oil. that it points in a safe direction. Also make always cock both hammers on the Optima, fired, the hammers re-cock automatically regular care and maintenance. We highly sure that the shooting direction is clear and Ultra and Classic models. This means, that if when the gun is being opened. Upon recommend a periodic (bi-annual) check-up • Do not load a firearm until you are ready that there is a natural or artificial bullet just one shot is fired, the second hammer is reloading and closing, the gun is ready to service by a competent Krieghoff dealer or to use it. Do not touch the triggers until you backstop. still cocked and ready to fire. If the second fire again. by the Krieghoff Factory. safely aim at your target. shot is not needed, always uncock the gun If you move the cocking device to the rear NOTE: immediately by releasing and moving the position (towards you), the gun will be • Always handle any gun as if it is loaded • Use premium factory loaded ammunition. Cocking device in forward position manual cocking device into its rear, safe uncocked and be on safe. and ready to fire. Every gun could be a Use only the correct and undamaged size/ (towards muzzle) = gun is cocked position. The Hubertus single barrel rifle loaded gun. /caliber ammunition designated (safety off) and ready to fire. has only one hammer.

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• Universal Trigger System, Combi the model Classic “Big Five” approximately Always make sure that the trigger is NOT set Should an opportunity pass without firing ADDITIONAL HANDLING • Optional, patented, automatic release Trigger/Set Trigger 18–20 N (1800–2000 g, 4–4.5 lbs). On before you cock the gun (unless the auto- the gun, then first uncock the gun FEATURES for set trigger. The trigger can only be set Beginning with order date July 1999, all special order, the rear trigger in a double matic set trigger release is installed). Should immediately and then unset the trigger by • An automatic hammer safety ensures that when the gun is cocked. With the “release Krieghoff models Optima, Ultra, Classic trigger system can optionally also be the trigger be in the set position, point the first making sure the gun is pointed in a the Optima, Ultra, Classic and Hubertus will for set trigger” feature, the set trigger is and Hubertus come in standard with the ordered with the combi trigger/set trigger gun in a safe direction, uncock the gun first safe direction, then grasping the set trigger not fire unless fully closed. being automatically released (unset) when Universal Trigger System. In these cases, the feature. The set trigger option is not availa- if the hammers are cocked and then unset between your index finger and thumb the gun is being uncocked by moving the single trigger or the front trigger of a double ble for the Classic “Big Five” model and will the trigger from set position. and pulling it back towards you until it • The receivers and triggers are hard nickel manual cock­ing device to the rear, uncocked trigger system has the combi trigger/set trig- never be offered as a feature for this gun. disengages. plated for durability and protection against position. ger feature integrated. In other words, the Only set the trigger right before you are ready corrosion. trigger can be used like a conventional shot- NOTE: to shoot. At that point, have the gun already gun trigger or it can be set to become a hair If a set trigger is set, the slightest touch on cocked, ready to fire and pointed at the • The buttstocks are bolted to the receivers (set) trigger. The trigger is set by pushing the trigger or disruption of the gun will target. For safety reasons, use the hair or set from the rear. Spring plates on the stock bolt the trigger forward until it engages in the fire the gun! Adjustment of the set trigger trigger only under highly controlled circum- ensure a constant connection of the stock to set/hair trigger position. Standard factory sensitivity must be such that there is stances when shooting from a solid rest. the receiver. Easy stock removal with stock trigger pulls for the models Optima, Ultra, enough safety margin to control the trigger wrench. Classic and Hubertus­ are approximately even in adverse weather conditions. Do not Never use the hair or set trigger on driven 10–15 N (1000–1500 g, 2.5–3.5 lbs) and for attempt to go beyond such measure. game or when shooting at a moving target.

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NOTE: 1. ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY • In the case of a tight fit, the seating of Putting on the forearm: You must be absolutely certain, that any 1.1 Assembly the might be easier by bracing the Position the rear surface at a slight angle firearm is unloaded before attempting to Putting the barrel on the receiver: muzzle of the barrels between your legs. against the pivot of the action (see illus. 2 assemble or disassemble it. The gun must • Pull the out as far as it goes to and 3). Then press the forearm firmly up be uncocked, before you assemble or dis­ prevent the receiver from touching the • Pivot the action and buttstock towards the into the latched position against the barrels. assemble it. extractor legs in order of not damaging them barrels and at the same time keep the top Make sure that the engages fully. in the process of putting on the barrels. lever fully pushed open. Always use snap caps when dry-firing the gun. Never dry-fire the gun with the top • Grasp the barrels (see illus. 1) with the lever in its open position. This may cause muzzle facing down and hold the receiver damage to the automatic hammer safety. and buttstock in your other hand.

• Line up the barrels with the receiver (do not cant the barrels) and engage the cutout of the front barrel lug at an angle as shown (see illus. 1) onto the hinge pin of the action making sure it is fully seated. 1 2 3 8 9 III. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE III. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

1.2 Disassembly Releasing the top lever: The guns are off safety and ready to fire 2.1 Cocking of the hammers: 2.2 Uncocking of the hammers: First remove the forearm by proceeding When the barrels are taken off, the top lever when the cocking device has been moved to Push the cocking device all the way forward From the cocked position, push the cocking in the reverse order as described. Lift stays in the open position. To release it its forward, cocked position. until it engages. device as far forward as it goes to release the forearm and push it off the barrels to when storing the gun, open the top lever all it. Then slide it back to the rear, uncocked disengage the forearms latch. the way while pressing down the tip of the NOTE: position while maintaining slight pressure top lever catch as shown in illus 4. Slowly Cocking device in forward position with your thumb against the device to Removal of the barrels: release top lever. (towards target) = Hammers are prevent it from snapping back. Hold the gun with both hands as described cocked = Safety Off under assembly (see illus. 1) and open 2. COCKING AND UNCOCKING the top lever all the way to assure that the The Krieghoff models Optima, Ultra Classic Cocking device in rear position locking bolt disengages from the barrels. and Hubertus do not have a conventional (towards gun holder) = Hammers are Then break the gun open until the barrels safety. The patented “Kickspanner” which is uncocked = Safety On are free and can be taken off. a manual cocking device, located on the top 4 tang, is being used to cock both hammers of the twin hammer models Optima, Ultra and Classic and the single hammer in the Hubertus.

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3. SET TRIGGER 3.2 Disengaging of the Set Trigger: the front of the trigger while maintaining 3.3 Adjustment of the Set Trigger weight Turn trigger screw counterclockwise to Krieghoff models Optima, Ultra, Classic Before disengaging the set trigger, point the the thumb pressure from behind. Move the and travel: increase the set trigger weight which (except for the “Big Five” configuration) gun in a safe direction and uncock the gun. trigger slightly in the pull direction, keeping The set trigger weight and travel can be automatically increases the travel. and Hubertus come ­standard with a combi After you are sure that the gun is uncocked, the trigger gripped firmly between the two adjusted with the trigger screw. Always To ensure handling safety in all weather feature front trigger. The trigger can be put your thumb behind the trigger and fingers the entire time. make sure that the gun is unloaded and conditions, never adjust the set trigger too pulled like a normal trigger or it can be set keep slight pressure against it. Then place uncocked and the set trigger is disengaged light. The rule should be in this case: to become a set trigger. the index finger of the same hand against when adjusting it. As light as needed and never as light as Turn trigger screw clockwise to lower the possi­ble. We highly recommend that only 3.1 Setting the Set Trigger: set trigger weight which automatically a skilled does any adjustments to Push the trigger forward towards the muzzle shortens the travel. the factory settings of the set trigger. until it engages. NOTE: When using the set trigger you must pull 9 the trigger straight back. Pulling sideways will cause the trigger to stick and will pre­vent the gun from firing.

7 8 12 13 IV. THE KRIEGHOFF MODEL GROUP 1 – DETAILED IV. THE KRIEGHOFF MODEL GROUP 1 – DETAILED

1. OPTIMA DRILLING: NOTE: 1-2 Trigger 2. ULTRA OVER & UNDERS Single Trigger Hammers, Triggers and Selector • The right hammer selectively fires the The Optima can be optionally ordered Hammers and Triggers: The Ultra 20 Over & Under Rifle can be Twin hammers and two triggers for three bottom barrel or the right barrel. Therefore, with a mechanical 1-2 Trigger. The front Twin hammers and two triggers for two ordered with an optional, mechanical single barrels: you must manually recock the gun after trigger acts as a mechanical single trigger. barrels: trigger. each shot if the firing sequence is between The operation is the same as using single Rear trigger (without set trigger the bottom barrel and the right barrel, triggers, which is explained in more detail in Rear trigger (without set trigger This single trigger comes standard with the feature) = Left hammer = Left barrel regardless of the order of firing. each specific model section. The rear trigger feature) =Left hammer = Top barrel set trigger combi feature. This means that it Front trigger (with set trigger combi only acts on the left barrel. Front trigger (with set trigger can be pulled for either the first or second feature) = Right hammer = Bottom barrel • The selector is locked in its position when combifeature) =Right hammer = Bottom shot like a regular trigger or it can be set or right barrel selectively the right hammer is down (fired). Moving 1-2 Special Trigger barrel to become a set trigger for either shot, the cocking device to its rear, uncocked The Optima can be optionally ordered selectively. The single trigger will select Use the selector to select either the bottom position will free the selector from its locked with a mechanical 1-2 Special Trigger. A mechanically, independent of recoil. This or the right barrel for the front trigger: 10 position. drilling featuring this option, will not have allows for firing the second shot, should a Selector in the forward position = Towards a selector device. The front trigger acts as a misfire occur on the first shot. The single target = Bottom barrel is selected combination trigger, which is non selective trigger for the Ultra 20 Over & Under Rifle Selector in the backward and the firing sequence is always right is non-selective and the firing sequence is position = Towards shooter = Right barrel barrel first. The front (single trigger) will always bottom barrel first. is selected select mechanically, independent of recoil.

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1-2 Trigger 3. CLASSIC SIDE-BY-SIDE RIFLE, Single Trigger 1-2 Trigger are set active. While opening the gun breaking the barrels. This will deactivate the The model Ultra 20 can optionally be DOUBLE SHOTGUN, RIFLE/SHOTGUN European models of the Classic Side-by-Side The Classic up to caliber .375 can optionally (breaking the barrels), the spent cartridge ejector system. While breaking the barrels, ordered with a mechanical 1-2 Trigger. The COMBINATION: Rifle up to caliber .375 and the Classic be ordered with a mechanical 1-2 Trigger. cases will be ejected and the locks of the both cartridges (no matter if they are shot front trigger acts as a mechanical single Hammers and Triggers: Side- by-Side shotgun can be ordered with The front trigger acts as a mechanical single firearm are going to be recocked. or life) will now only be pulled out a bit in trigger. The operation is the same as using Twin hammers and two triggers for two an optional, mechanical single trigger. This trigger. The operation is the same as using If only one cartridge was fired and the order that they can be removed manually single triggers and is explained in the Single barrels: single trigger comes standard with the set single triggers and is explained in the Single manual cocking slide is left in forward by hand. The firearm locks will remain Trigger chapter. The rear trigger only acts on trigger combi feature. This means that it Trigger chapter. The rear trigger only acts on (cocked) position after the shot, only the uncocked during this procedure. the top barrel. Rear trigger (without set trigger can be pulled for either the first or second the left barrel. spent cartridge case will be ejected during feature) = Left hammer = Left barrel shot like a regular trigger or it can be set opening of the gun. The remaining life Front trigger (with standard set trigger to become a set trigger for either shot, Ejector cartridge will just be pulled out a bit in 4. HUBERTUS SINGLE BARREL RIFLE combi feature*) = Right hammer = Right selectively. The single trigger will select All barrel types for the model Classic can be order that it can be removed manually Hammers and Triggers: barrel mechanically, independent of recoil. This equipped optionally with an ejector system. by hand. The fired gunlock is going to be One hammer and one trigger for one allows firing the second shot, should a recocked during this procedure. barrel. * The Krieghoff Classic “Big Five” is not misfire occur on the first shot. The single Function of the gun with installed ejector If there is no need that the spent cartridge equipped with a set trigger. trigger for the Classic Side-by-Side is non- system: cases need to be ejected, simply bring the The trigger comes standard with the set selective and the firing sequence is always If the manual cocking slide is left in forward manual cocking slide to it‘s rear (uncocked) trigger combi feature. right barrel first. (cocked) position after firing, the ejectors position, right after the shot and before

16 17 V. MAINTENANCE V. MAINTENANCE

Your Krieghoff hunting gun is a mechan- the stock and forearm more waterproof over IMPORTANT: 3. BARRELS NOTE: Models thermo stable with removable ical product which will provide many time. Especially after use in foul weather, Use only products labeled for gun use to Always check the bores for any dirt or Always start at the chamber when clea­ sideribs:­ years of reliable service when properly the wood should be treated with oil. ensure reliable performance from your debris. Keep them clean of residues from ning a barrel to prevent muzzle damage. Every time the sideribs become moist or wet used and maintained. We highly recom- gun. bullets, powder and plastic wads using Always store heavily oiled ­barrels with during field use, they should be removed mend periodic (bi-annual) check-ups NOTE: cleaning rods and bore solvents. Do not use the muzzle pointing down to avoid oil and dried using a rag and then be slightly and service by a skilled and competent Do not use the gun until newly applied We recommend Krieghoff “Gun Pro” oil for steel brush­es or non-gun specific solvents to penetrating the gun’s internal mechanism oiled. gunsmith or by the Krieghoff Factory. gunstock oil has completely penetrated its cleaning, lubricating, corrosion protec- clean barrels. which will cause gun ­malfunctions. the wood and the surface is dry. tion and moisture displacing qualities. “Gun Always check barrels before loading Model Optima: 1. Stock and Forearm Spots will develop if the wood gets wet Pro” also penetrates to loosen rust, powder, Apply our “Gun Pro” after clean­ing to keep the gun to ensure they are clear of any Loosen hex screw and remove the siderib. The Krieghoff Optima, Ultra, Classic and while the gun­stock oil is being absorbed lead and copper residues inside the barrel. barrels lubricated to prevent rusting. Rifle obstructions. Always check that barrels Hubertus come standard with oil finished and dried. Furthermore, it enhances the proper work- barrels need more frequent cleaning than and especially chambers are dry and Model Ultra: wood. We thoroughly treat and finish the ing of all moving parts and does not gum. shotgun barrels. Depending on the caliber free of oil to guarantee accuracy and The siderib is fastened to the three point wood with special gunstock oil. Although 2. Internal Mechanism “Gun Pro” is free of acid. and design of the bullet, cleaning may be consistent groups. Tests by independent adjustment device via hex screws located on this careful treatment of oil finished wood Use only special gun oil for the internal required after as little as 50 rounds due to laboratories such as DEVA have concluted the side. on new guns is not waterproof. mechanism which is non-gumming, acid copper, lead and powder residues which that oil and grease residues in bores Continued treatment after purchase with free and has a wide temperature range, collect in the of the barrels. and chambers negatively affect a rifle’s high quality gunstock oil is needed to make including very low temperatures. accuracy.

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NOTE: 5. Screw-in Chokes When using slugs, we strongly recommend • Use the choke tube wrench supplied • Handle the choke tubes with care. Always NOTE: There are two hex screws, one behind the Nine different screw choke restrictions are using chokes ranging between Skeet (SK) when changing choke tubes. Make sure to keep them clean and slightly coated with We highly recommend only skilled other, for countering reasons. Therefore, available. Choke tubes are suitable for both and 3/4 (IM), even though technically most position the wrench such that the wrench oil. Use grease to lubricate the threaded area Krieghoff dealers or the Krieghoff factory the first hex screw must be completely lead and steel shot: of them can be used with any chokes. teeth are firmly inserted into the recesses of of the choke tube. This will ensure easy to perform any adjustments concerning removed in order to reach the lockscrew the choke tube. Tighten the choke tube until ­installation and removal of the choke tubes. re-regulating the point of impact of for the sideribs. Loosen the lockscrew Cylinder (Cyl), Skeet (Sk), 1/4 (IC), • Never shoot a choke tube barrel without a you feel a stop, but do not overtighten. the barrels using the 3-point Radial slightly and remove the sideribs. 1/4-1/2 (LM), 1/2 (M), 3/4 (IM), choke tube installed. • Use of full length insert barrels such as adjustment device, regarding the thermo Be careful not to scratch the barrels. For 3/4-1/1 (LF), 1/1 (F), Super-1/1 (XF) • Clean the barrels always with choke the Krieghoff “KS”with barrels featuring stable models or using the adjustable maintenance after normal use in case the tubes fully installed to prevent particles choke tubes: To assure consistency and muzzle wedge regarding the soldered gun did not get wet, it is sufficient to run from placing between the barrel bore and accuracy, the specific choke tube which siderib models. a slightly oiled rag between the sideribs the choke tube. After the barrels have been was in the barrel when the insert barrel was and rifle barrel. cleaned, remove the choke tubes and clean ­originally fitted, must be installed when them as well as the choke­ tube area inside using the insert barrel. Pay attention to 4. Barrel recesses and barrel lugs the barrel. Pay special attention making sure tighten the choke tube always to the same Keep barrel recesses and barrel lugs clean that threads and ramp area where the choke degree. and slightly greased. tube bottoms out inside the barrel are free of any particles.

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1. Guaranteed accuracy of individual rifle group of 8 cm (2.5”), in each case for a This tension diminishes and disappears 2.a. Multi-barreled hunting guns with NOTE: Drilling, Ultra 20 Over & Under Rifle, barrels 3-shot group at 100 m (110 yd), shooting the as the barrel cools down which brings the soldered sideribs and two rifle barrels in • Rapid succession of firing bottom barrel Classic Side-by-Side Rifle The accuracy of any rifle barrel highly barrel cold for each shot. grouping back to the original regulation. different calibers (Ultra 20 Bergstutzen) first followed by top barrel: The top barrel These models are designed for firing both depends on the quality of the ammunition The Bergstutzen configuration is an Over will shoot high. barrels in succession. The barrels are used. Shooting the barrel cold for each shot, 2. Guaranteed accuracy of rifle barrels in NOTE: & Under Rifle with a small caliber bottom regulated to shoot together when the second we guarantee for new guns a maximum a multi-­barrel assembly If at all possible, avoid firing a rapid barrel and a large caliber top barrel – two • Rapid succession of firing top barrel first barrel is fired quickly after the first barrel, group which is within twenty percent on When you shoot two or more rounds in succession of several rounds (>6) of different calibers in one gun. followed by the bottom barrel: The bottom even though the barrel heat-up produces top of what the ammunition manufacturer succession through the same barrel in a through the same barrel in a multi-barrel As such, the Ultra 20 Bergstutzen is not barrel will shoot low. tension in the barrel assembly. The degree specifies. With premium ammunition and multi- barrel gun with soldered sideribs, the gun with soldered sideribs. Otherwise, suitable for shooting both rifle barrels in of tension correlates to the degree of barrel in standard calibers up to 9.3x74R, this group will spread. This is a thermo-physical it is possible that the soft-soldered rapid succession with exception of the We guarantee for the Ultra 20 Bergstutzen heat-up. In order to achieve that both translates into a maximum group of 4 cm rule. connections of the barrels may turn so freefloated barrel configuration thermo a maximum group for both barrels of 6 barrels shoot together when firing them (about 1.5”) for each 3-shot group at 100 hot that a ­permanent change of the barrel stable. Therefore, the Ultra 20 Bergstutzen is cm (about 2”) at 100 m (110 yd) for three in succession, the regulation is carried out m (110 yd), shooting the barrel cold for Caused by the heat-up of the barrel, the regulation may occur. As a consequence sighted-in by shooting each barrel separately shots from each barrel, shot cold each such that the firing of the second barrel will each shot. In caliber .375 using premium single barrel has the tendency to expand, the grouping would not go back to the and cold. time, using premium ammunition. always follow the firing of the first barrel ammunition, we guarantee a maximum but is restricted through the soldered ­original regulation, even after the barrels 2.b. Multi-barrel hunting rifles with with the same time delay. This time span is group of 6 cm (about 2”) and for calibers connection with the other barrels. The result cooled completely down. soldered sideribs and two rifle barrels in .416 up to .500 we guarantee a maximum is tension, which adversely affects grouping. the same calibers Optima

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5–10 seconds with Krieghoff hunting rifles Double Rifle Drillings: • When only one shot has been fired and 3. MULTI-BARREL HUNTING 4. SIGHTING-IN OF SHOTGUN (about 6”) with drillings and both shotgun and is based on experience from practical Always right barrel first. the rifle can cool down, re-loading is of GUNS IN THERMO STABLE BARRELS/RIFLED SLUGS USED IN barrels sighted-in with rifled slugs. field use. course recommendable to ensure under CONFIGURATIONS SHOTGUN BARRELS Over & Under Rifles: hunting conditions that the full gun is again The described problem of barrel heat-up The shotgun barrels of the Krieghoff Ultra 5. USE OF THE INSERT BARREL NOTE: Always bottom barrel first. available. and its adverse influence on grouping is combination gun are patterned over open KRIEGHOFF “KS” • The first barrel (right on side-by-side nearly eliminated with our thermo stable sights unless other instructions were If the rifle barrel of a Krieghoff combination and bottom on over & unders) shot cold is Side-by-Side Rifles: We guarantee for this type of guns – models. We guarantee for these guns for received.­ gun was sighted-in with a “KS” insert barrel always right on point as regulated. Always Right barrel first. a maximum group for both barrels of each barrel a maximum 3-shot group of If the gun order explicitly specifies sight­ installed in the shotgun barrel, the point of 8 cm* (about 3”) at 100 m (110 yd) for 4 cm (about 1.5”) at 100 m (110 yd) when ing-in of the shotgun barrels (one or two) impact of the rifle barrel may change when • The second barrel shoots to the same • Provided, timing and sequence of the three shots from each barrel, shot cold fired in succession, if premium ammunition with slugs according to the “Langenhagener the insert barrel is removed. In such case, point of impact as the first barrel, if the time shots are being observed, several 2-shot each time, using premium ammunition. is used. Norm”, we guarantee with the ammunition the rifle barrel point of impact should be delay from first to second shot was within rounds can be fired insuccession ­ without *12 cm (4 ¾”) for Classic “Big Five” in we used for sighting-in a maximum group tested on the range before used in the field. the recommended 5–10 seconds. negative effect on the grouping and suitable caliber .375 and 14 cm (5 ½”) for Classic between rifle barrel and shotgun barrel of If you wish to install a “KS” insert barrel in for practical use. The use of the full gun “Big Five” in calibers .416 to .500. US model 10 cm (4”) with over & under rifle/shotgun your existing gun, please consult Krieghoff The sequence when shooting both barrels (both barrels) neutralizes the tension Classic “Big Fives” are sighted in at 50 m combinations and ­drillings (one shotgun to determine if your barrel is suitable­ for in succession must be observed with these produced by barrel heat-up which occurs (55 yd) and produce a 2” group or better at barrel sighted-in only) with 3 shots from accepting the desired insert barrel caliber. rifles. when only one barrel is fired. that distance. each barrel at 35 m (38 yd), and 15 cm

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It is not allowed to use steel shot Because of the difference in density, a Model: Caliber/Gauge: ammunition greater than 3.2 mm (0.13”) minimal loss in bullet energy need to be pellet size, in combination with no steel taken. To achieve the same bullet energy on Barrel Length: cm Waffen-Nr.: shot proof (no “Lily” marking) in caliber steel shot, the shooting distance need to be 12, because the hard steel can damage chosen closer. Ammunition sighted-in with (Maker/bullet): the choke ramp and ruin the barrel. Steel shot shells produce an ideal pattern in Even for steel shot proofed barrels, if a Sighting-in at: m on target 100 m (110 yd) with cm high combination with stell shot chokes. Because maximum shot size of greater or equal of the smaller density of steel compared to 4 mm (0,16”) is used, modified choke Ammunition sighted-in with (Maker/bullet): lead, there are more pellets inside a steel (0.5 mm/0.02”) or less is mandatory. shell than in lead ammo, talking about the Sighting-in at: m on target 100 m (110 yd) with cm high same load and shot size.

Ammunition sighted-in with (Maker/bullet): 09/2017 Sighting-in at: m on target

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