8/12/03 8:29 AM Page 2 Q U A L I T Y S I N C E 1 8 7 8 99611/BUCKMARK RIFLE OM Cover BUCK MARK RIFLE O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L
99611/BUCKRIFLE OM 8/12/03 8:27 AM Page 1 THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING A BROWNING BUCK MARK RIFLE The Buck Mark 22 Rifle is another in a long line of dependable, high quality Browning rimfire rifles. Each Buck Mark .22 caliber semi-automatic rifle uses a dependable blow-back action design with a removable magazine. John M. Browning invented his first semi-automatic pistol in 1894. Since then, the Browning company has produced a variety of models designed for the sportsman and competitive target shooter.
99611/BUCKRIFLE OM 8/12/03 8:27 AM Page 2 YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR FIREARMS SAFETY. 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 BUCK MARK 22 RIFLE AND ANY OTHER FIREARM WITH INTENSE RESPECT FOR ITS POWER AND POTENTIAL DANGER.
99611/BUCKRIFLE OM 8/12/03 8:27 AM Page 3 4. WHENEVER YOU HANDLE YOUR BUCK MARK 22 RIFLE, OR HAND IT TO SOMEONE, MAKE SURE IT IS COMPLETELY UNLOADED . To fully unload your Buck Mark Rifle, you must first remove the magazine, open and lock the slide rearward, and visually inspect the chamber to be certain it does not contain a cartridge. It is vital that you remove the magazine from your rifle so a cartridge is not automatically chambered when you close the action.
99611/BUCKRIFLE OM 8/12/03 8:27 AM Page 4 does not remain in the barrel. If there is an obstruction, completely clear the barrel before loading and firing again. Failure to follow these instructions can cause extensive damage to your gun and possible serious injury to yourself and others. 9. BE CERTAIN YOUR RIFLE IS UNLOADED BEFORE CLEANING.
99611/BUCKRIFLE OM 8/12/03 8:27 AM Page 5 12. 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. 13.
99611/BUCKRIFLE OM 8/12/03 8:27 AM Page 6 19. WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION WHEN SHOOTING. Unprotected, repeated exposure to gunfire can cause hearing damage. Wear hearing protectors (shooting ear plugs or muffs) to guard against such damage. Wear shooting glasses to protect your eyes from flying particles. Always keep a safe distance between the muzzle of your firearm and any persons nearby, as muzzle blast, debris and ejecting shells could inflict serious injury.
99611/BUCKRIFLE OM 8/12/03 8:27 AM Page 7 on your firearm. It is your responsibility to secure the most up-to-date information on the safe handling procedures for your Browning gun. Browning assumes no liability for incidents which occur when unsafe or improper gun accessories or ammunition combinations are used. DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE, ALTER THE TRIGGER, SAFETY OR PARTS OF THE FIRING MECHANISM OF THIS OR ANY OTHER FIREARM.
9611/BUCKRIFLE OM 8/12/03 8:27 AM Page 8 FIGURE 1 Muzzle Forearm Integral Scope Rail Safety Slide Stop Grip Slide (Opened) Butt Magazine N O M E N C L AT U R E In conventional gun terminology, the position and movement of rifle parts are described as they occur with the rifle horizontal and in normal firing position; i.e. the muzzle is forward or front; the rifle butt is rearward or rear; the trigger is downward or underneath; the sights are upward or on top.
99611/BUCKRIFLE OM SAFETY 8/12/03 8:27 AM Page 9 FIGURE 2 The Buck Mark 22 rifle incorporates a thumb operated sear block “safety.” To put the mechanism “on safe” the slide must be fully forward with the hammer cocked. Engaging the “Safety“ The thumb safety lever is then pressed upward into the recess provided for it in the slide (Figure 2). Note: this may require firm pressure. Be sure the lever travels its maximum upward movement and is completely engaged in the recess.
99611/BUCKRIFLE OM REMOVING THE MAGAZINE 8/12/03 8:27 AM Page 10 FIGURE 4 To remove the magazine simply push the magazine release button located on the left side of the frame, behind the trigger. This releases the magazine which can be caught with the other hand and extracted (Figure 4). LOADING AND FIRING Releasing the magazine 1. At all times while loading, BE CERTAIN THE MUZZLE IS POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION.
99611/BUCKRIFLE OM 8/12/03 8:27 AM that the magazine is pressed completely in and is being retained by the magazine latch. Page 11 FIGURE 6 3. To load the chamber, move the manual thumb “safety” lever down into the “off safe” position and pull the slide completely back. Release the slide. It will move forward under spring pressure and feed the first cartridge from the magazine into the chamber (Figure 7). THE RIFLE IS NOW READY FOR FIRING . 4.
99611/BUCKRIFLE OM 8/12/03 8:27 AM Page 12 FIGURE 8 WARNING: YOU WILL HAVE OBSERVED BY COCKING THE RIFLE Slide travels rearward to this THAT THE SLIDE point when rifle is fired MOVES REARWARD ABOUT ONE INCH PAST THE REAR OF THE FRAME (FIGURE 8). IN SHOOTING, NEITHER HAND, YOUR FACE OR ANY OTHER BODY PART SHOULD BE IN A POSITION WHERE IT COULD BE HIT BY THE SLIDE IN ITS REARWARD MOVEMENT. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WHEN SHOOTING THIS OR ANY FIREARM.
99611/BUCKRIFLE OM UNLOADING 8/12/03 8:27 AM Page 13 FIGURE 9 To remove the cartridge remaining in the chamber, be certain the muzzle is pointed in a safe direction, raise the thumb “safety” lever to its “on safe” Adjusting the sight position, press the magazine release button and withdraw the magazine from the rifle. Then move the “safety” to the “off safe” position and slowly pull rearward on the slide to extract and eject the cartridge from the chamber.
99611/BUCKRIFLE OM D I S A S S E M B LY 8/12/03 8:27 AM Page 14 FIGURE 10 CAUTION: WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN DISASSEMBLING AND CLEANING YOUR PISTOL TO PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF SPRINGS, SPRINGTENSIONED PARTS, SOLVENTS OR OTHER AGENTS FROM CONTACTING YOUR EYES. Removing the sight base BE CERTAIN YOUR PISTOL IS UNLOADED. REMOVE THE MAGAZINE AND INSPECT THE CHAMBER. KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION. 1. Be certain the muzzle is pointed in a safe direction. Remove the magazine.
99611/BUCKRIFLE OM 8/12/03 8:27 AM Page 15 FIGURE 12 CAUTION: WHEN REINSTALLING THE SCOPE BASE SCREWS MAKE CERTAIN TO REPLACE THE LOCKWASHERS. ALWAYS USE THE SCOPE BASE SCREW LOCKWASHERS Loosening the barrel screw SUPPLIED WITH YOUR RIFLE. IF LOST, ORDER NEW LOCKWASHERS FROM BROWNING. FAILURE TO USE A BROWNING SCOPE BASE SCREW LOCKWASHER MAY MAKE IT VERY DIFFICULT TO REMOVE THE REAR SCOPE BASE SCREW. 4.
99611/BUCKRIFLE OM 8. To remove the barrel, pull the barrel forward and pivot it down and then lift the barrel off of the frame (Figure 13). 8/12/03 8:27 AM Page 16 FIGURE 13 9. This is sufficient disassembly for all practical cleaning and Removing the barrel lubrication required for a fully disassembled Standard Buck Mark (Figure 14). Further disassembly should be performed only by a competent gunsmith or the Browning service facility.
99611/BUCKRIFLE OM assembly against the recoil spring and slide the assembly into the appropriate recess in the slide (Figure 15). 8/12/03 8:27 AM Page 17 FIGURE 15 6. Align the lockwashers over the screw holes in the scope base. Correct positioning of buffer ALWAYS USE THE SCOPE BASE SCREW LOCKWASHERS SUPPLIED WITH YOUR RIFLE. FAILURE TO USE A BROWNING SCOPE BASE SCREW LOCKWASHER MAY MAKE IT VERY DIFFICULT TO REMOVE THE BASE SCREWS. 7. Position the sight base in place and install the screws.
99611/BUCKRIFLE OM 8/12/03 8:27 AM Page 18 need to be cleaned with a good quality nitro solvent. Ordinarily, a light lubricating oil will suffice for this purpose. 4. Use a small brush to remove dirt or other foreign matter from the other parts of the action. Lightly lubricate all moving parts with a good, light gun oil. Use oil sparingly; a very light film is sufficient. 5. Frequently inspect your rifle and magazine to determine a need for cleaning.
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99611/BUCKMARK RIFLE OM Cover 8/12/03 8:29 AM Page 4 SERVICE OR REPAIR If your firearm should require service or repairs, we suggest you first contact a local recommended Browning Firearms Service Center. Contact your Browning sporting goods dealer or call our Service Department for the address of the Service Center nearest you. Otherwise, you may send your firearm directly to our own Service Department. For technical questions about your firearm or service call our Service Department.
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