Six rules govern the execution of the manual. See paragraph 76, Infantry Drill Regulations.
Commands and Cautions.
Order, Arms.—See that all the fingers of the right hand are around the piece.
Present, Arms.—Left forearm horizontal and against the body.
Port, Arms.—Right forearm horizontal. Left forearm against the body.
Right Shoulder, Arms.—Insist on an angle of 45 degrees. Trigger guard in hollow of shoulder. Right hand does the work.
Left Shoulder, Arms.—Right hand in next to last position grasps small of stock.
Parade, Rest.—Left hand grasps piece just below stacking swivel. Right foot straight back 6 inches.
Trail, Arms.—Piece at angle of about 30 degrees, about 3 inches off the ground.
Rifle Salute.—Left forearm horizontal.