When it can be done without danger or inconvenience to others, the rifle may be grasped at the balance and muzzle lowered until the rifle is horizontal; a similar position in the left hand may be used.

Fig. 9, par. 108.

109. Being at trail arms: 1. Order, 2. ARMS.

Lower the rifle with the right hand and resume the order.

RIFLE SALUTE.

110. Being at right shoulder arms: 1. Rifle, 2. SALUTE.