IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL 63 .22 CALIBER BOLT ACTION RIFLE This is one of the famous line of Winchester World Standard arms. As one of the Classic Traditions models you can expect the same quality and satisfaction as with the original historic Model 63 introduced over half a century ago. And, as with the original, you'll appreciate its economy of design, quick handling properties and smooth functioning. U.S. REPEATING ARMS COMPANY, INC. 275 Winchester Avenue New Haven, CT, U.S.A.
New gun owner’s record. Contents Use the space below to record information about your new Winchester Model 63 rifle. Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Serial Number ____________________________________ Caliber __________________________________________ Page Gun safety warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 General description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Terminology and descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MODEL 63 SEMIAUTOMATIC RIFLE GUN SAFETY WARNINGS In 1933 Winchester introduced the Model 63 rifle. It was an improved variation on the Model 1903 which had been made only for an old style Winchester 22 cartridge called the “22 Winchester Automatic Rimfire Smokeless.” The Model 1903 was the first Winchester semiautomatic firearm of any type. IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THESE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BE THOROUGHLY STUDIED BEFORE USING THIS FIREARM TO ASSURE PROPER AND SAFE GUN HANDLING.
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.
FIGURE 1 MODEL 63 FEATURES 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. The receiver top is machined to accept a groove-type scope mount. Even though it is a takedown design, the special way that the barrel and receiver top stay together locks in precision and assures accuracy no matter how many times you take down your rifle.
FIGURE 2A Takedown Screw Ejection Port Rear Sight Front Sight Loading Port Magazine Forearm Operating Sleeve Muzzle Buttplate Buttstock Safety Trigger Receiver GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Model 63 is a semiautomatic rifle that allows the shooter to fill the magazine and shoot consecutive rounds — taking loaded rounds from the tubular magazine to the chamber automatically — until the magazine is empty.
FIGURE 2B Takedown screw Hammer Throat of Magazine Magazine Follower instructions contained in this book (refer to Figure 7 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 on the bottom of the forward receiver/frame assembly (barrel half of the rifle) toward the front (see Figure 3). Record the serial number at the front of this book for future reference.
INITIAL CLEANING Some metal parts of your new rifle have been coated at the factory with a rust preventative compound. Before using your new Model 63, clean the anti-rust compound from the inside of the barrel, receiver, breech bolt mechanism and the action chamber areas. A high quality, light weight gun oil should be used to remove this compound and to give your gun its first lubrication.
later in this manual to assure there are no rounds in the magazine, chamber or feed areas before taking down your rifle. FIGURE 6 DISASSEMBLY — 1. Remove the magazine from the buttstock by turning the Magazine plug handle about 1/8 turn counterclockwise and then pulling the inner magazine tube out rearward from the outer magazine tube 2. Begin to takedown the rifle by loosening the takedown screw on the rear of receiver (see Figure 5).
FIGURE 7 FIGURE 9 Slide the two halves together. Do not force. Barrel/forearm half Buttstock half Inner magazine tube Full disassembly Your Model 63 will now be in these pieces (see Figure 7): Make sure the take down screw starts correctly into the threads. • Inner magazine tube (see Figure 9). This can be done with the bolt in the locked or unlocked position.
F I G U R E 11 position. The rifle is in the “on safe” position when the manual safety is moved fully to the right. *ACTION: The mechanism of a firearm which loads and secures the cartridge in the chamber. Your Model 63 rifle is designed with a cross bolt type safety. It is located just rearward o f the trigger on the trigger guard: convenient for gloved or ungloved fingers (see Figure 10).
case when going to or coming from the shooting area. F I G U R E 13 HOW TO LOAD THE MAGAZINE Use the correct ammunition referenced by the inscription on the barrel. Again, before loading your gun be sure all grease and oil has been removed from the barrel and chamber, and there is no obstruction. To load the magazine, first place the safety in the “ON SAFE” position. Leave the action (breech bolt) closed at this time. 1.
pressure (see Figure 14). The operating sleeve is linked directly to the bolt inside the receiver — so the bolt will close shut at the same time, and move a cartridge from the magazine to the chamber. F I G U R E 14 Release the operating sleeve to automatically load a round from the magazine into the chamber. CAUTION: YOUR RIFLE IS LOADED, COCKED AND READY TO FIRE. When ready to shoot, move the safety to the “OFF SAFE” position, then . . . take aim and when on target, squeeze the trigger.
F I G U R E 16 TO UNLOAD THE MAGAZINE AND C HAMBER Operating sleeve in the released position. sleeve tip until it unlocks. This will release the operating sleeve to travel fully forward and close the action. There is only one position of the tip that the sleeve will unlock — simply turn the operating sleeve tip until you are in alignment with this position and the operating sleeve will release forward. There is a slight radius shape cut on one side of the tip.
putting your gun away. Consider your rifle fully unloaded when the magazine, chamber and feed areas contain no cartridges and the action is locked rearward. F I G U R E 19 SIGHT ADJUSTMENTS All Model 63 rifles are fitted with open sights. The style and adjustment system may vary between models and grades. Tap carefully. Do not mar the barrel or sight.
shoot more to the right. Moving the blade holder to the left is just as easily done. Note how much you adjust the sight as you sight-in your Model 63. Remember: • Move the rear sight to the right to shoot farther to the right on the target. F I G U R E 20 Correct sight picture. Target bull’s-eye Bead • Move the rear sight to the left to shoot farther to the left on the target. Care should be taken not to mar the finish or bend sight components when adjustments are made.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE SUGGESTIONS Take down your Model 63 into the barrel/receiver half and the buttstock half as explained previously. Your Model 63 will function better and more reliably over a longer period of time if it is properly maintained and kept clean. Take extra care to protect the rifling at the muzzle of your rifle from damage (which can affect accuracy). A muzzle protector (available at most good gun shops) is always a good idea.
3. After fouling has been removed the bore should be wiped dry. Then pass a slightly oiled patch through the bore for preservation. A fine, light gun oil is recommended. 4. Wipe all exposed metal surfaces of the receiver, forearm and barrel with a clean rag. Finger marks should be removed because they provide a place where moisture can accumulate. Any dried oil in the receiver area should also be removed. 5. Lightly oil your gun at the points described under “Oiling the Action” found earlier in this manual.
ORDERING PARTS QUESTIONS To order parts, please write our parts department and furnish the following: your name, address, and telephone number. Also specify the model and serial number of your gun. When we receive your request, we will send an order form and a parts breakdown with prices. If you have other questions about Winchester rifles and shotguns, call or write our Customer Service Department: Write to: Parts Department U.S. Repeating Arms Company, Inc.
You Are Responsible For Firearms Safety As a gun owner, you accept a set of demanding responsibilities. How seriously you take these responsibilities can mean the difference between life and death. Failure to follow any of these instructions can cause extensive damage to your gun and/or possible serious injury or death to yourself and others. There is no excuse for careless or abusive handling of any firearm. At all times handle any firearm with intense respect for its power and potential danger.
6. BEWARE OF BARREL OBSTRUCTIONS, for the safety of both your gun and yourself. Mud, snow, and an infinite variety of other obstructions may inadvertently lodge in a barrel bore. It takes only one small obstruction to cause dangerously increased pressures that can ruin (swell or rupture) the finest rifle barrels. BEFORE CHECKING FOR A BARREL OBSTRUCTION, BE CERTAIN NO LIVE ROUND IS IN THE CHAMBER AND THAT THE MAGAZINE IS REMOVED AND FEED MECHANISMS ARE COMPLETELY EMPTY.
11. BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET AND BACKSTOP. Particularly during low light periods. Know the range of your ammunition. Never shoot at water or hard object. 12. ALWAYS UNLOAD YOUR RIFLE'S CHAMBER BEFORE CROSSING A FENCE, CLIMBING A TREE, JUMPING A DITCH OR NEGOTIATING OTHER OBSTACLES. Refer to "Unloading The Rifle" for instructions on the unloading of your rifle. Never place your loaded rifle on or against a fence, tree, car or other similar object. 13. WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION WHEN SHOOTING.
20. READ AND HEED ALL WARNINGS in this instruction book, on ammunition boxes and with all accessories that you install on your firearm. It is your responsibility to secure the most up-to-date information on the safe handling procedures of your Browning gun. Browning assumes no liability for incidents which occur when unsafe or improper gun accessories or ammunition combinations are used. 21. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE -- AVOID UNAUTHORIZED SERVICING.
