Licensee Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle Owner’s Manual
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page This manual covers current Model 70 versions with conventional magazine systems with enclosed floorplate and swing down-type floorplate design. This includes those with Classic Pre-’64 type action and push feed designs. This manual does not apply to Model 70’s containing a Detachable Box Magazine (DBM). Study these instructions carefully to be sure you have covered all information about your particular Model 70.
pressure. Reload only after proper instruction and in strict compliance with instruction and data contained in current reloading manuals. PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE CAUTIONS, PROPER HANDLING PROCEDURES AND INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED IN THIS BOOKLET BEFORE USING YOUR NEW FIREARM. 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. 1.
round can also be inserted into the chamber manually. There are many different versions of the Model 70. A variety of calibers is offered. Each gun is designed to shoot a specific centerfire caliber. 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.
Cocking Indicator Safety Loading/Ejection Port Action FIGURE 1A Optional BOSS Device Bolt Handle Muzzle Bolt Hinged Magazine Floorplate Trigger Recoil Pad (Butt Plate Stock Fore-end Trigger Guard of which type of magazine you have and carefully read the instructions pertaining to it later in this manual. concerning it supplied in a separate manual with your rifle. If your manual is missing contact us immediately.
Locking Lugs FIGURE 1B FIGURE 1C Ejector slot Claw extractor Manual ejector gives more control over the way a cartridge is ejected. Unlike plungerstyle ejector, the Model 70’s Pre-‘64 type design uses a blade system that allows you to vary the amount of ejection. Pull sharply rearward and the cartridge ejects well clear of the rifle. Pull slowly and easily pluck the round from the action. The non-mechanical blade ejector is so reliable, it has long been the preference of those who hunt in Africa.
The original Model 70 three-position safety is still the preferred design of most gun experts — it actually blocks the firing pin and lets you open the bolt with the safety on. The Model 70 offers our superb anti-bind bolt design — keeping bolt function smooth. The heart of any rifle is its trigger. The Model 70’s trigger system is repeatedly praised for its consistency, precision and incredible crispness. Most Model 70s feature the famous Pre-’64 type action with claw extraction.
FIGURE 1E The Model 70 gives you the precision of hammer-forged rifling — the most accurate rifling made. Free floating barrels on Super Grade, Sporter and syntheticstocked models with the BOSS accuracy system. No other competitor’s rifle gives you the strength and accuracy of a forged, chrome molybdenum, machined steel receiver and barrel. (Of course on stainless models, these components are stainless steel.) The optional BOSS accuracy device takes the famous Model 70 design into a new era of accuracy.
Throughout this manual the “action” refers to the mechanism of this rifle which loads and secures the cartridge in the chamber. pressure. Reload only after proper instruction and in strict compliance with instructions and data contained in current reloading manuals. SERIAL NUMBER 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.
GENERAL OPERATION /SPECIAL REMINDERS INITIAL CLEANING IMPORTANT: ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION. Some metal parts of your new Model 70 have been coated at the factory with a rust preventative compound. Before using your Model 70, clean the anti-rust compound from the inside of the barrel, receiver, breech bolt mechanism and the action/chamber areas. A high quality, light gun oil should be used to remove this compound and to give your new gun its first lubrication.
FIGURE 2 Firing pin cocking indicator. FIGURE 3 Cocked Lightly oil the action at these points. OPERATION OF THE SAFETY The safety can only be operated when the firing pin is cocked. To cock the firing pin, lift up on the bolt handle and then return it to the locked position. When the firing pin is cocked, an indicator is visible at the rear of the bolt (See Figure 3).
Safety: Fully on. Most rearward position. FIGURE 4 Safety: Firing position. Fully forward position. FIGURE 6 Always maintain the safety in this position (fully on) when carrying a loaded (cartridge in chamber or magazine loaded) Model 70 rifle. FIGURE 5 Safety: Intermediate position. Midway position. 2. Intermediate Position — This is when the safety is in a midway position (visually at a right angle to the bolt). This position locks the firing pin, but not the bolt.
Partially disassembled bolt. insert the bolt into the action. In addition, it is always a good idea to remove the bolt before cleaning. Consequently, becoming familiar with removing and inserting the bolt assembly quickly and easily is absolutely essential. FIGURE 7 Make sure the sleeve lock is engaged in the notch. MAKE SURE THE FIRING PIN IS COCKED (FIRST INSTALLATION ) — Before inserting the bolt for the first time, make sure the firing pin is cocked.
Removing the bolt. 4. Again, make sure the safety is already in (or placed in) either the intermediate or rear safe positions. FIGURE 8 REMOVE — Push on bolt stop. 1. To remove the bolt the firing pin must be in the cocked position. If it already is, proceed to step 2. If not, first perform the following: With the rifle unloaded and the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, cock the firing pin by raising and lowering the bolt handle. 2. Place the safety in the intermediate position. 3.
FIGURE 9 Press the cartridge down until it snaps into the magazine. FIGURE 10 Pull bolt fully rearward. LOADING PROCEDURES — CONVENTIONAL MAGAZINES and oil has been removed from the barrel and chamber, and there are no obstructions. These instructions apply to Model 70s with conventional hinged magazine covers or enclosed magazine designs. Use the correct ammunition referenced by the inscription on the barrel. Before loading your gun be sure all grease 1.
Place the next cartridge on top and push into magazine. FIGURE 11 FIGURE 12 Hold down the top cartridge and close the bolt. 2. Press each succeeding cartridge similarly into the magazine (See Figure 11). slight increase in resistance as the bolt is rotated to the locked position, and the extractor clears the cartridge rim. 3. With the magazine loaded to capacity, an additional cartridge may be placed directly into the chamber only when you are ready to fire.
FIGURE 13 FIGURE 14 Catch the cartridges with your hand. Magazine cover latch. 1. With the safety in the intermediate position, open the magazine cover by pressing back the magazine cover catch in front of the trigger guard (See Figure 13). 4. Carefully reposition the magazine follower and magazine spring back into the magazine opening. Close the hinged magazine cover and make sure it snaps into place. 2. Allow the magazine cover to swing open (downward).
Place the safety in intermediate position. Open action. IMPORTANT— ALWAYS VISUALLY CHECK AND KNOW FOR SURE THAT YOUR RIFLE IS NOT LOADED. DO THIS BY LOOKING DIRECTLY INTO THE CHAMBER AND MAGAZINE WITH THE ACTION OPEN AND BOLT FULLY TO THE REAR. FIGURE 15 FIRING PROCEDURES 1. When ready to shoot, and with a loaded cartridge in the chamber, the safety on, and your finger off the trigger, push the safety fully forward. Your rifle is now ready to fire with a pull of the trigger. 1.
Immediately move the safety to one of the “safe” positions. AVOIDING DIRECT EXPOSURE TO THE BREECH BY YOURSELF AND OTHERS. REMOVE THE CARTRIDGE FROM THE CHAMBER. LEAVE THE ACTION OPEN AND FULLY UNLOAD YOUR RIFLE, REMOVING ALL CARTRIDGES FROM THE MAGAZINE. FIGURE 16 Carefully inspect the ejected cartridge. If the primer is indented, the cartridge should be disposed of in a manner that would prevent accidental injury to you or others.
DISASSEMBLY — FIGURE 17 Press on the breech bolt sleeve lock with your finger. Unscrew the breech bolt sleeve. 1. To remove the bolt the firing pin must be in the cocked position. If it already is, proceed to step 2. If not, first perform the following: With the rifle unloaded and the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, cock the firing pin by raising and lowering the bolt handle. 2. Place the safety in the intermediate position. 3. Raise the bolt and remove it from the rifle as explained previously. 4.
2. Reinsert the bolt into the receiver as explained previously. FIGURE 18 IMPORTANT: Should the safety be inadvertently put in the forward (fire) position with the firing pin removed, the firing pin will be released forward and locked in the forward position. This makes reassembling the firing pin into the breech bolt somewhat more difficult. Firing pin.
incremental adjustments to move the sight blade and blade holder to position the group on your target. The procedures below are for the most common type of open sights found on Model 70 rifles. RIGHT OR LEFT WINDAGE ADJUSTMENTS . On most Model 70 sights, the entire rear sight blade holder is dove-tailed in the rear sight base. To adjust for windage, first loosen the rear sight windage screw which secures the rear sight blade holder in the dove-tail on the base.
give your gun a thorough cleaning to see if it solves the problem before seeking the services of our service facility or a competent gunsmith. error. Make incremental adjustments then check the result. Care should be taken not to mar the finish or bend sights when adjustments are made. The rear sight blade can be folded down and the front hood removed for storage or when a scope is used.
5. Lightly oil your gun at the points described under “Oiling the Action” explained earlier in this manual. Ordinary good judgment will, of course, indicate that the metal of the gun should receive a light film of oil any time the rifle has been exposed to weather or handling. This is very important and must be done with every rifle — even stainless steel models. Remember, the polished, finely fitted surfaces of the receiver and action mechanisms must always have a thin film of oil.
OTHER CLEANING SUGGESTIONS — ORDERING PARTS • Never pour large quantities of oil into the receiver or other parts. It can drain down to the wood and soften it — and cause permanent damage and loosening of the stock. To order parts, please write our parts department and furnish the following: your name, address, and telephone number. Also specify the caliber, model, serial number and grade of your Winchester Model 70.
shipping.) Place inside a cardboard box approved for strength in interstate shipping. SERVICE OR REPAIR If your Winchester Model 70 rifle should ever need repair or service we suggest you utilize one of the world-wide network of U.S. Repeating Arms Company Authorized Service Centers for Winchester firearms. A special service center for your Model 70 also provides the full scope of service for your rifle.
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.
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