Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 31 Licensee Winchester Supreme Over/Under Shotgun Owner’s Manual
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 2 Important instructions for Winchester Supreme Over/Under Shotgun Customer Service Department (United States) U. S. Repeating Arms Company, Inc. 275 Winchester Avenue Morgan, Utah 84050-9333 Phone: 1-800-945-5237 If you have any questions or comments regarding your new firearm, please feel free to write or call us. Use the space below to record information about your new firearm.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 1 injury to you or someone else. When a round is chambered keep the safety on until you are ready to shoot. 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. 2.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 2 adjustments that may become necessary to the operating mechanism should be performed by a qualified gunsmith. 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. 15. Hunting from elevated surfaces such as tree stands is dangerous. Doing so may increase the risk of handling any firearm.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 3 other barrel fires with the next pull of the trigger. Handling is its key advantage with a lively feel and dimensions designed so you can quickly acquire and move to target. In order to keep your new shotgun in top condition and operating at its peak performance you must read, understand and follow all of the instructions in this manual. Sporting models are true competition over/unders from Winchester. A great sporting clays shotgun begins at the receiver.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 Safety/Barrel Selector 11:00 AM Page 4 Top Lever Receiver Buttstock Trigger FIGURE 1-A Vent Rib Mid Sight Bead (found on some models) Front Sight Bead Muzzle Trigger Guard Forearm Recoil Pad FIGURE 1-B Fully Disassembled Chambers Forearm Release Latch Lug Side ribs Invector Plus Choke System® Forearm Release Latch Forearm Extension 4
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 5 FIGURE 1-D FIGURE 1-C Locking Pins Firing Pins Hinge Pin Locking Pin Recesses Hinge Bearing surface Cocking Lever Ejectors/extractors In addition, always remember: TERMINOLOGY AND DESCRIPTIONS IMPORTANT: ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION. Descriptions in this manual generally refer to the gun in the horizontal position. That is, in the normal firing position.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 6 SUPREME FEATURES The top tang safety offers excellent convenience with both gloved and ungloved fingers. Plus, it is ambidextrous for right or left-handed shooters. The Supreme has a very compact, low-profile receiver with an ideal combination of action strength and balance. The receiver is quick and lively, not too small and not too bulky. Stocks are profiled for ideal fit, fast handling and lower recoil on the face.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 7 FIGURE 2 The barrel is back-bored for improved pattern performance. Back-boring means that the barrels are made with a slightly larger inner bore diameter than traditional dimensions. This results in less resistance to the shot column as it moves down the bore and less deformation of pellets as they move through the forcing cone. There is also a slight decrease in perceived recoil.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 8 lightest target loads up to heavy 2 3/4" hunting field loads. (2 3/4" Target models are NOT designed to shoot 3" or 3 1/2" shells.) Figure 2 covers the general features and benefits of the Supreme design. Throughout this manual the “action” refers to the mechanism of this shotgun that secures the shell in the chamber. Take extreme care to note the gauge of your shotgun as inscribed on the side of the barrel. You must shoot only shells of the correct gauge.
Supreme Manual 01/01 Be sure you lightly oil your Supreme at these points. 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 9 pressure. Reload only after proper instruction and in strict compliance with instructions and data contained in current reloading manuals. FIGURE 3 Winchester ammunition is always an excellent choice for your new Winchester firearm, delivering the unmatched performance and dependability you want.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM “On Safe” position. Safety pulled fully to the rear. “S” showing above safety switch. Page 10 FIGURE 4-A “Off Safe” position. Safety pushed fully forward. “S” covered. FIGURE 4-B forward the “S” is covered by the safety switch. This indicates to you that the safety is in the “off safe” position (See Figure 4-B). necessary. Excessive oil should be wiped off, especially in cold weather.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 11 At all times in the field keep the safety in the “ON SAFE” position and the barrel pointed in a safe direction. It is a good idea never to load your shotgun until you are in the field and shooting is imminent or until you are at your station and it is your turn to shoot when you are shooting at a range.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 12 FIGURE 6 FIGURE 7 Angle the two halves as shown. Pull downward on the forearm’s release latch and angle the forearm down and off. Attach the barrels by aligning the bearing surfaces on the barrels with the hinge pin surfaces on the receiver. section from the carton. Wipe them clean and lightly oil component parts as explained under “Initial Cleaning/Oiling.” Always make sure that the switch is completely to one side or the other.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 13 FIGURE 8 Reattach the forearm by lining up the forearm extension with the receiver. Hold at an angle. Close the action. Release the top lever when the action is fully closed. FIGURE 9 of the trunnion-type pins (located inside the forward portion of the receiver) with the curved bearing surfaces on each side of the bottom barrel (See Figure 7). 1.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Gently push the forearm release latch into place once if it protrudes slightly. Page 14 FIGURE 10 Gently pry the forearm away from the barrels. Start with the front of the forearm, angling back toward the receiver. FIGURE 11 palm of your hand. If the forearm release latch protrudes after the click, carefully push it into place (See Figure 10). If the action seems difficult to close, the hinge pins and bearing surfaces may not be properly engaged.
Supreme Manual 01/01 Lift up and out to separate the barrels from the receiver. 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 15 barrels with the fingers of your other hand (See Figure 11). Pull the front-most end of the forearm away until the forearm can be pulled slightly forward and completely detached from the barrels and the front of the receiver. FIGURE 12 3. Separate the barrels from the receiver by holding the stock of the gun securely in your right hand and the barrels in your left.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 16 FIGURE 13 FIGURE 14 Line up the forearm with the receiver and snap into place. Insert the loaded shells into the chambers. Push them fully in against the edge of the extractors/ejectors. way to load the chamber of your Supreme. Make sure the ends of the rails line up with the rear top edge of the forearm (See Figure 13). The forearm can be angled slightly or positioned parallel with the barrels.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Make sure the action is fully closed. The barrels should be tight with the receiver at the breech. Page 17 FIGURE 15 FIGURE 16 When closed, the top lever may still be slightly to the right. 3. Visually check to make sure there are not obstructions, grit, grime, oil, cleaning patches or other materials in or around the action area or in the chambers or bores of the barrels. BARREL AND CHECK THE DESIGNATION ON YOUR AMMUNITION.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 18 tolerances which assure your gun of good receiver-tobarrel fit for many years to come and is the sign of a finely crafted firearm. SHOOTING IS IMMINENT. IN ALL CASES, WHEN FIRING IS NO LONGER IMMINENT, MAKE SURE THE SAFETY IS IN THE “ON SAFE” POSITION. If the action of your shotgun resists closing, do not force it closed. Small pieces of shell plastic, grit or other obstructions can make it difficult to close the action.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 19 shells in the chamber. With fired shells it acts as an ejector, forcefully ejecting the empty shell clear of the chamber and onto the ground. FIGURE 17 Always tilt the chambers away from your face when opening the action. 1. To unload after firing, open the action by pushing and then holding the top lever fully to the right while you pull (or push) down on the barrels with your left hand.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 20 2. Load the chambers and close the action as explained under “Loading Procedures.” position the shells will eject and be stopped by your cupped hand. You can then simply remove them from the chambers and place them into your empty shell carrier. 3.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 21 It is important to treat your gun as though it is loaded whenever the action is closed. Carefully inspect the shell removed from the chamber you intended to fire. If the primer is indented, the shell should be disposed of in a manner that would prevent accidental injury to you, others, or the environment. If there is no indentation, your gun may have malfunctioned. Make certain you are following all firing procedures correctly.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 22 tubes are fully steel and lead shot compatible. Most Invector-Plus choke tubes fit flush with the muzzle when installed. A special choke tube wrench is provided to remove and tighten these tubes.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 23 NOT CONTAIN ANY SHELLS. SELECTING THE CORRECT INVECTOR-PLUS TUBE — 2. Open the action fully downward, and place the “safety” in the “on safe” position. The Invector-Plus choke system is fully compatible with factory lead, tungsten, bismuth or steel shot loads. The conversion chart includes lead, tungsten, bismuth and steel shot information. Lead and steel shot perform differently in tubes with the same choke constriction.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 24 It is easy to change the length of pull using the 1.5 mm allen (hex head) wrench included with your gun. CHOKE TUBE RIM CODES AND PATTERNING — Rim Notches Pattern With Lead Shot Pattern With Steel Shot Extended** X-Full Turkey ** I Full * II Imp. Modified Full1 III Modified Full IIII Imp. Cylinder Modified IIIII Skeet Imp.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 Insert the allen wrench in the set screw and loosen the screw. 11:00 AM Page 25 FIGURE 19 FIGURE 20 Move the trigger shoe to the desired setting. Fully tighten the set screw before shooting. BEFORE PERFORMING ANY CLEANING PROCEDURES, ALWAYS MAKE CERTAIN THERE ARE NO SHELLS IN THE CHAMBERS. adjustment changes fit you. Increase or decrease the length of pull following the instructions above if necessary.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 26 off, the brush should be pushed completely through the bore before being withdrawn. CLEANING PROCEDURES — BE CERTAIN YOUR GUN’S CHAMBERS ARE UNLOADED. ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE SAFETY GLASSES DURING ALL CLEANING PROCEDURES. KEEP AMMUNITION AWAY FROM THE CLEANING AREA. DO NOT TEST THE FUNCTION OF YOUR FIREARM WITH LIVE AMMUNITION. 3. After fouling has been removed the bore should be wiped dry.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 27 7. Wipe all wood surfaces with a soft cloth. tube itself. This will protect the threads from being damaged and also prevent a dirt build-up that would cause the choke tube to become difficult to remove from the barrel. Clean the threads with solvent and a small, soft brush like a toothbrush. Wipe completely clean and leave a thin film of clean oil on the threads: both on the tube and in the barrel.
Supreme Manual 01/01 7/17/03 11:00 AM Page 28 PARTS, SERVICE, REPAIR AND QUESTIONS CAUTION: PARTS ARE MADE FOR WINCHESTER BRAND GUNS MANUFACTURED BY OR FOR U.S. REPEATING ARMS COMPANY, INC., AND SHOULD NOT BE USED IN OTHER GUNS EVEN THOUGH MODELS MAY BE SIMILAR. IMPROPERLY FITTED PARTS MAY BE DANGEROUS. If your Winchester firearm should ever need repair or service, please utilize one of the world-wide network of U.S. Repeating Arms Company Authorized Repair Centers (ARC) for Winchester firearms.
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.
7. BEWARE OF BARREL OBSTRUCTION. Do this for the safety of both your gun and yourself. Mud, snow, and an infinite variety of other objects 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 shotgun barrel. BEFORE CHECKING FOR A BARREL OBSTRUCTION, BE CERTAIN YOUR FIREARM IS FULLY UNLOADED. Make sure no live rounds are in the chamber.
12. USE SHELLS OF CORRECT LENGTH. The size of the chamber is inscribed, along with gauge and choke designations, on the side of the barrel. Do not use 31/2" shotgun shells in a shotgun or barrel with a 2 3/4" chamber or 3" chamber. Do not use 3" shells in a shotgun chambered for a 2 3/4" shells. Doing so can result in a build-up of dangerously high pressures that may damage your gun and possibly cause serious injury to yourself or others. 13.
22. SUPERVISE AND TEACH FIREARMS SAFETY TO ALL MEMBERS OF YOUR FAMILY -ESPECIALLY TO CHILDREN AND NONSHOOTERS. Closely supervise newcomers to the shooting sports. Encourage enrollment in hunting/shooting safety courses. 23. NEVER DRINK ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OR TAKE ANY TYPE OF DRUGS BEFORE OR DURING SHOOTING. Your vision and judgment could be dangerously impaired, making your gun handling unsafe to you and to others. 24. PERFORM PERIODIC MAINTENANCE -- AVOID UNAUTHORIZED SERVICING.
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