Winchester Repeating Arms 9422 User Manual

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Winchester Model 9422 & Model 9417 Rimfire Lever Action Rifle Owner’s Manual

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Important instructions for

Winchester Model 9422 &
Model 9417 Lever Action Rifle

U. S. Repeating Arms Company, Inc.

275 Winchester Avenue

New Haven, CT, U.S.A. 06511-1970

Winchester trademarks licensed from Olin Corporation.

Use the space below to record information about your
new Model 9422 or 9417 rifle.

Model/Caliber __________________________________

Serial Number __________________________________

Purchased From _________________________________

Date of Purchase ________________________________

PRINTED IN U.S.A. AO0210/02228

We sincerely hope that you are pleased with your new

Winchester Model 9422 or Model 9417 rifle. We at U.S.

Repeating Arms Company thank you for the privilege of

crafting this rifle for you. We are especially proud of the

many years of enjoyment it is certain to provide for you

and your family. The Model 9422 and Model 9417 are

rifles in an over 130 year old tradition of producing

quality firearms for the World’s sportsmen. Quality of

manufacture, design, craftsmanship and function are of

utmost concern to us. We believe you’ll find that your

new Model 9422 or Model 9417 meets the Winchester

tradition of quality in every way. If you have any

questions or comments regarding your new firearm,

please feel free to write us at our administrative offices:

Customer Service Department

U.S. Repeating Arms Company, Inc.

275 Winchester Avenue

Morgan, Utah 84050-9333

Phone: [phone]

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Contents Page

Gun safety warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

General description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Terminology and descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Serial number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Ammunition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Full disassembly/takedown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

How to load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

How to operate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

To unload the magazine and chamber . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Sight adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Mounting a scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Using the hammer extension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Cleaning and maintenance suggestions . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Ordering parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Service or repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

MODEL 9422 AND 9417

Over 25 years ago Winchester set out to create a new 22
caliber rifle. They wanted it to be a quick handling, easy­to-use design with traditional craftsmanship and a large
dose of 19th century nostalgia. The rest is history with
the Model 9422 being acclaimed as the premier lever
action rimfire rifle. History has also been revised with the
introduction of the Model 9417 — chambered in 17 HMR.

Importantly, your new Model 9422 or Model 9417 was
made by U.S. Repeating Arms Company in New Haven,
Connecticut in one of the world’s most modern firearms
factories. The most current computer design and machining
equipment was used. It is the the product of the world’s
most highly trained, highly skilled firearms craftsmen and
women. Today’s Model 9422 and Model 9417 have a level
of quality and precision that was not possible just a few
years ago.

This manual covers all current (2003) versions of the
Model 9422 and Model 9417 rifle. Likely, you have one of
two basic versions of the Model 9422: the version that
handles Long and Long Rifle cartridges interchangeably, or
the special 22 WMR (Magnum) version that handles the
22 WMR cartridge only. The Model 9417 is chambered for
the 17 HMR cartridge only. Study these entire instructions
carefully to be sure you have covered all information about
your Model 9422 or your specific Model 9417.

Use only the correct ammunition referenced by the
inscription on the barrel.

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GUN SAFETY WARNINGS

IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THESE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS BE THOROUGHLY STUDIED
BEFORE USING THIS FIREARM TO ASSURE
PROPER AND SAFE GUN HANDLING. FAILURE
TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS OR
FAILURE TO OBEY ANY SAFETY WARNING
MAY RESULT IN INJURY TO YOURSELF OR
OTHERS, OR CAUSE DAMAGE TO YOUR GUN.

As a gun owner, you accept a set of demanding responsi­bilities. How seriously you take these responsibilities can
be the difference between life and death. There is no
excuse for careless or abusive handling of any firearm.
At all times handle your rifle and any other firearm with
intense respect for its power and potential danger.

PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL
OF THE CAUTIONS, PROPER HANDLING
PROCEDURES AND INSTRUCTIONS
OUTLINED IN THIS BOOKLET BEFORE
USING YOUR NEW FIREARM.

1. Do not carry a loaded gun with a live round in the
chamber while walking, running, climbing a tree, crossing
a fence or anywhere you might slip or fall, drop the gun or
otherwise bump or jar the gun. A gun that is dropped,

bumped, or jarred with a chambered round might
accidentally discharge even with the safety on, causing
serious injury to you or someone else. When a round is
chambered keep the safety on until you are ready to shoot.

2. Do not rely on the safety (half-cock position) to
prevent accidental discharge. Many safeties merely block
the trigger and prevent firing by pulling the trigger. The
safety may not prevent an accidental discharge due to
dropping, jarring, or bumping a gun.

3. Use only ammunition for which the gun is chambered
as indicated on the barrel, to prevent excessive pressure
and possible serious personal injury.

4. Incorrectly reloaded ammunition can cause serious
personal injury and damage to the firearm due to excessive
pressure. Reload only after proper instruction and in strict
compliance with instruction and data contained in
current reloading manuals.

5. Never point a gun at anything you do not intend to
shoot. Always keep it pointed in a safe direction in case
of accidental discharge.

6. Always check to ensure that the barrel is free of
obstructions before loading and using the gun. If you
experience light recoil or off sound, check the barrel
for an obstruction.

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7. Before firing, clean any grease or oil out of barrel with
cleaning rod and patch. Grease or heavy accumulation of
oil can cause excessive pressure and result in serious
personal injury.

8. Keep barrel, chamber and action free of rust. Rust in
the barrel and chamber can cause excessive pressures
resulting in serious injury. A rusted, pitted or eroded
barrel should be replaced.

9. Use hearing protection to prevent ear damage from
repeated exposure to gunfire.

10. Always use proper shooting glasses to prevent eye
injury from flying particles.

11. Never carry a loaded gun in a motor vehicle or carry
one into a dwelling. Always carefully unload the gun
before entering a motor vehicle, a dwelling or an area
such as a camp. Always point a gun in a safe direction
while loading or unloading to prevent serious injury in
case of an accidental discharge. Never load in the house
or in your vehicle.

12. Never shoot at a hard, flat surface or at the surface of
water to avoid a ricochet and possible serious personal
injury to yourself or a bystander.

13. Store your gun in a clean dry place out of reach of
children and separated from stored ammunition.

14. Never alter any parts of your gun. Any alterations or
adjustments that may become necessary to the operating
mechanism should be performed by a qualified gunsmith.

15. Hunting from elevated surfaces such as tree stands is
dangerous. Doing so may increase the risk of handling any
firearm. Always make certain that the stand being used is
safe, sturdy and stable. Always make certain your firearm
is unloaded when it is being taken up and down from the
stand. Always make certain that your firearm is not
dropped from the stand or dropped while it is being taken
up or down from the stand.

16. Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas,
cleaning firearms, or handling ammunition may result in
exposure to lead and other substances known to cause
birth defects, reproductive harm and other serious
physical injury. Have adequate ventilation at all times.
Wash hands thoroughly after exposure.

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Conventional lever action design
with three-position hammer.

All-steel receiver and steel
components. Every component
of the internal firing mechanism
is of durable metal.

A hammer extension is provided with
your Model 9422 or Model 9417. This
makes cocking the hammer conve­nient, even when using a scope.

Whether yours has a walnut or other type
of stock you'll enjoy the classic styling of
the stock and forearm.

MODEL 9422 & MODEL 9417 FEATURES

The receiver top is grooved to easily
accept rimfire-type scope bases.
When your Model 9422 or Model
9417 is taken down, the scope stays
attached to the barrel half to
preserve accuracy.

You can be proud of the Model 9422 & Model 9417 in
every way. These rifles possess classic lever action
styling like no other 22 or 17 caliber rifle you can
own. No other rifle has a feel and function that so
closely emulates the famous Winchester lever actions
of the last century. The speed of handling combined
with top rimfire accuracy make these rifles the best
choice — whether you are looking for a great plinking
rifle or doing some serious small game hunting.

Unlike some rifles made today, the
Model 9422 and Model 9417 come with
no compromises. You feel the precision
and craftsmanship in the smoothness
of the action as you work the lever.

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The quick take-down feature allows you to easily disassemble your
Model 9422 or Model 9417 into two halves. A single screw on the left side
of the receiver is all it takes. It makes it easy to clean and oil your rifle,
plus it allows cleaning of the muzzle from the breech end, protecting the
crown of the barrel so you don’t risk affecting accuracy.

The authentic look of the Model
9422 and Model 9417 isn’t just
for fun. The lever action design
with tubular magazine is
reliable and fast handling.

Sights are made to handle rough conditions.
Front and rear sights are drift adjustable for
windage. The rear sight also features an elevator
system for quick elevation changes, plus the
sight blade can be adjusted for small changes
with screw-type sight blade attachment.

The tubular magazine
design with tube-mounted
loading port makes loading
easy for any hands, young
or old.

The inner magazine tube
is of durable brass. For
convenience, the magazine
follower is colored to
distinguish it from a
cartridge in the magazine.

FIGURE 1

Classic barrel band styling.

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Your new Model 9422 or Model 9417 is one of several
different versions and configurations offered. The basic
operating procedures are the same for all of them. Where
there are differences they are pointed out in this booklet
for your safety and convenience.

The Model 9422 and Model 9417 are a lever action design
that allows the shooter to load a round by cycling the
action and moving a cartridge from a loaded magazine
tube to the chamber. After firing, working the finger lever
ejects the empty cartridge out the ejection port to the right.
Returning the finger lever upward cycles a new cartridge
from the magazine into the chamber. This can be repeated
until the magazine is empty. The basic function and the

classic looks are much like that experienced by hunters,
trappers, farmers and sportsmen with their Model 94
centerfire rifles.

TERMINOLOGY AND DESCRIPTIONS

Descriptions in this booklet generally refer to the gun in the
horizontal position. That is, in the normal firing position.
For example, the muzzle is forward or front; the butt stock
is rearward or rear; the trigger is downward or underneath;
the sight is upward or on top.

Figure 1 covers the general features and benefits of the
Model 9422 and Model 9417 design. For general parts
terminology, refer to Figures 2A through 2C.

Forearm

Magazine Tube

Finger Lever

Buttplate

Ejection Port

Trigger

Buttstock

Muzzle

Loading Port

Receiver

Hammer

Rear Sight

Sight Hood

Front Sight

FIGURE 2A

The Winchester Model 9422 and Model 9417 are also
shown disassembled to the extent necessary in order to
follow instructions contained in this book (Figure 9 later
in this manual). Throughout this manual the “action”
refers to the mechanism of this rifle which loads and
secures the cartridges in the chamber.

SERIAL NUMBER

The serial number is located in two places on your Model
9422 or Model 9417: one on each half when disassembled
(Figure 3). One is on the bottom of the forward
receiver/frame assembly (barrel half of the rifle) toward
the front. The other is just rearward of the first one, on
the rear receiver/frame assembly (buttstock half of the
rifle). Record the serial number at the front of this book
for future reference.

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Extractor Right
Upper

Extractor Left

Ejector

Extractor
Right
Lower

Bolt Face

Carrier Pawl

Firing Pin

This Figure is to acquaint you with the Model 9422’s
and 9417’s breech bolt terminology. Do not attempt to
disassemble the breech bolt.

Breech Bolt Locking
Surface

Bolt Cam

Pin

Bolt Slide

Firing Pin Striker

The hammer strikes the rear of
the firing pin striker, which in
turn strikes the firing pin.

FIGURE 2B

FIGURE 2C

Serial Number.
Record it for future reference.

FIGURE 3