02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL 1892 LEVER 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 1892 introduced over 100 years 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.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM New gun owner’s record. Use the space below to record information about your new Winchester Model 1892 rifle.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision Contents 7/17/03 10:04 AM Page Gun safety warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 General description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Terminology and descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Serial number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Ammunition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Initial cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Oiling the action . .
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM MODEL 1892 CLASSIC TRADITIONS When it comes to legends, the Model 1892 stands with the greatest. It is a gun you and your family will be proud to own, shoot and enjoy for generations. We sincerely hope that you are pleased with your new rifle. After the incredible success of the Winchester 1886, it was obvious that a smaller caliber version would be an extremely useful design. That is what lead to the Model 1892.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM 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.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM 3. Use only ammunition for which the gun is chambered as indicated on the barrel to prevent excessive pressure and possible serious personal injury and damage to the firearm. 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 instructions and data contained in current reloading manuals. 5.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM 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 guns 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.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM FIGURE 1 MODEL 1892 FEATURES Today's Classic Traditions Model 1892 is a careful reproduction of one of the original configurations of over 100 years ago. The 1892 is a classic design, taking many of the effective and extremely popular features of the Model 1886 and incorporating them in a much smaller rifle for smaller calibers. On the top tang you'll notice the primary difference between today's Winchester 1892 and the original.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM The traditional open sights are easily adjustable for elevation and drift adjustable for windage. The tubular magazine loads through the right-side mounted loading port in the receiver. Select walnut stock. The 1892 demands a high level of careful machining and hand finish. Qualities that are uncommon in most of today’s mass produced guns. Qualities that take more effort but that you will appreciate for generations.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM FIGURE 2A Receiver Hammer Ejection Port Top Tang Safety/Manual Hammer Stop Buttstock Loading Port Buttplate Finger Lever Trigger GENERAL DESCRIPTION Your new Model 1892 rifle is a modern version of the rifle that became so popular with tens of thousands of ranchers, farmers and cowboys late in the 19th century. With a few minor exceptions, the action is virtually identical to the way the originals were made in 1892.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision Rear Sight 7/17/03 10:04 AM Front Sight Barrel Muzzle Forearm Magazine Tube the tubular magazine to the chamber. After firing, working the lever ejects the empty cartridge nearly straight up and slightly to the right, over your head. Returning the lever upward cycles a new cartridge from the magazine into the chamber. The 1892’s uncanny, reliable, smooth function made it an instant success in its day.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM F I G U R E 2B Spur of the hammer Safety/manual hammer stop Top Tang Receiver Loading Port Bottom Tang Finger lever Trigger guard F I G U R E 2C Safety (manual hammer stop) Hammer (rebounding type) “On safe,” Pushed fully to rear. “Off safe,” Pushed forward. Vertical locking lugs Breech Bolt Throughout this manual the “action” refers to the mechanism of this rifle which loads and secures the cartridge in the chamber.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM F I G U R E 2-D Serial Number. Located on the bottom of the receiver, toward the front. Record it for future reference. SERIAL NUMBER The serial number is located on the bottom of the receiver, where the receiver meets the forearm (Figure 2-D). Record the serial number at the front of this book for future reference. AMMUNITION Your Winchester Model 1892 is designed to shoot modern factory cartridges only.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM excessive pressure. Reload only after proper instruction and in strict compliance with instructions and data contained in current reloading manuals. Winchester ammunition is always an excellent choice for your new Winchester rifle, delivering the unmatched performance and dependability you want.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM using a cleaning rod and patch as explained under “Cleaning and Maintenance Suggestions” found later in this manual. First lubrication suggestions are outlined below. If your new Model 1892 is for collector’s purposes only, and is to remain unfired, it is permissible to leave the rust preventative compound in place and keep your Model 1892 in its box for maximum protection during long term storage.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM FIGURE 4 Rebound position of the hammer. conditions, the hammer is prevented from moving forward and striking the firing pin. The rebound position and the safety (manual hammer stop) are intended to work together to provide protection against unintentional or accidental firing. HAMMER POSITIONS — The rebounding hammer on your Model 1892 has two positions as follows: • Rebound position.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM FIGURE 5 Hammer in the cocked position (ready-to-fire.) • Cocked position. This is the position that the hammer is moved to when firing is imminent (Figure 5). It is also the position the hammer moves to when the action is cycled using the finger lever. WHEN THE HAMMER IS IN THE COCKED POSITION THE SAFETY SHOULD BE IN THE “ON” POSITION (WITH THE “S” SHOWING) UNLESS FIRING IS IMMINENT.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM F I G U R E 6A S Safety in the "on safe" position. Fully rearward. “On” Position. When the safety is pushed all the way rearward it is in the “on” position (Figure 6-A). In this position an “S” is visible directly in front of the safety. Moving the safety fully rearward and exposing the “S” blocks the hammer from striking the firing pin. THIS IS THE RECOMMENDED POSITION OF THE SAFETY FOR ALL TIMES EXCEPT WHEN FIRING IS IMMINENT. “Off” Position.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM F I G U R E 6B Safety in the off safe (fire) position. Pushed forward. To place the safety (hammer stop) in the “off” position: First, point your rifle in a safe direction, then push the safety fully forward, covering the “S” inscribed on the rifle, and exposing the red warning dot. When the red dot is visible below the safety it is in the “off” position (refer again to Figure 6-B).
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM FIGURE 7 Carefully hold the hammer back while pulling the trigger. FIGURE 8 Remove finger from trigger and lower the hammer to the to rebound position. Immediately remove your finger from the trigger and slowly and carefully allow the hammer to lower into the rebound position (Figure 8). IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS RIFLE'S SAFETY MECHANISMS — REMEMBER, NEVER RELY TOTALLY ON YOUR FIREARM’S MECHANICAL “SAFETY” DEVICES.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM accidental discharge of this firearm as a result of jarring or abuse such as occurs when a firearm is dropped. ALWAYS ASSUME THAT YOUR GUN CAN BE FIRED AT ANY TIME, EVEN WITH ALL SAFETY MECHANISMS ENGAGED. WHENEVER YOU ARE NOT ACTUALLY FIRING YOUR RIFLE ALWAYS BE CERTAIN THAT YOUR RIFLE IS POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION. Continually be aware of the position of the safety (manual hammer stop) on your rifle.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM immersed in water) it should be performed by one of the U.S. Repeating Arms Authorized Repair Centers (ARCs). See “Service or Repair” later in this manual for details on how to obtain service for your Winchester rifle. GENERAL OPERATION ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION. Prior to using live ammunition, it is essential that you familiarize yourself thoroughly with these operating instructions. Get accustomed to the feel of your new gun.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:04 AM BARREL. AS EXPLAINED PREVIOUSLY, BEFORE LOADING YOUR RIFLE MAKE SURE ALL GREASE AND OIL HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM THE BARREL AND CHAMBER, AND THERE ARE NO OBSTRUCTIONS IN THE BARREL OR ACTION AREAS. LOADING THE CHAMBER — The chamber may be loaded two ways. Before attempting any loading procedure: MAKE SURE THE BARREL IS POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION AND THAT THE SAFETY (MANUAL HAMMER STOP) IS IN THE “ON” (SAFE) POSITION AND THE HAMMER IS IN THE REBOUND POSITION.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:05 AM F I G U R E 10 Return the action to the closed position by working the lever back and fully up. F I G U R E 11A Carefully start the cartridge into the loading port. F I G U R E 11B Push in until almost fully inside the loading gate, then start another cartridge. Push the last cartridge fully in with your thumb. fingers of your hand inserted in the finger loop (Figure 9). Then return it upward to it’s original position (Figure 10).
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:05 AM F I G U R E 12 Push the last cartridge fully in until the cover closes. IN EITHER CASE, ALWAYS FIRST PLACE THE SAFETY (MANUAL HAMMER STOP) IN THE "ON" POSITION, AND THEN PLACE THE HAMMER INTO THE REBOUND, POSITION UPON CLOSING THE ACTION. LOADING THE MAGAZINE — The magazine is loaded through the port on the right side of the receiver. 1.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:05 AM CAUTION: ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE CARTRIDGES ARE OF THE PROPER CALIBER FOR YOUR RIFLE. CHECK THE AMMUNITION DESIGNATION ON THE BARREL. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS INSTRUCTION CAN RESULT IN SEVERE DAMAGE TO YOUR GUN AND POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY TO YOURSELF OR OTHERS. UNLOADING Fully unloading your rifle when storing your rifle or in other appropriate situations is essential to safe gun handling.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:05 AM THROUGHOUT THE UNLOADING PROCESS MAKE SURE THAT THE SAFETY (MANUAL HAMMER STOP) STAYS IN THE “ON” POSITION (WITH THE “S” SHOWING) AND THAT YOU KEEP YOUR FINGER AWAY FROM THE TRIGGER AT ALL TIMES. When cartridges no longer eject when you cycle the action, further assure that no cartridges remain by opening the action and visually checking the chamber and feed/magazine mechanism to be sure no cartridges remain.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:05 AM F I G U R E 13 When firing is imminent draw the hammer back to the full cock position AND YOUR FINGER OFF THE TRIGGER: 1. Firmly position your thumb on the hammer and draw the hammer back to the full-cock position (Figure 13). 2. Place the safety in the “off” position by pushing it fully forward, covering the “S.” CAUTION: YOUR RIFLE IS NOW READY TO FIRE. REMEMBER, THE RECOIL FROM A LARGE CALIBER CENTERFIRE RIFLE WILL BE SOMEWHAT HEAVY. 3.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:05 AM step #6 below. 3. WHEN THROUGH FIRING ALWAYS IMMEDIATELY PLACE THE SAFETY (MANUAL HAMMER STOP) IN THE “ON” POSITION AND THE HAMMER IN THE REBOUND POSITION. 4. To later fire additional cartridges from the magazine — with an empty casing still in the chamber — simply work the finger lever downward fully ejecting the empty cartridge and then return the lever to the original upward position. Then repeat the firing sequence again. 5.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:05 AM the shooter and bystanders behind the shooter. When an empty cartridge is correctly ejected it will fall to the ground in an area behind and to the right of the shooter. IN THE CASE OF A MISFIRE Only rarely will modern factory ammunition experience a misfire. If this ever happens to you when shooting your Model 92 please follow these instructions carefully.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:05 AM F I G U R E 14 Lift up on the notch holder and move the elevator forward or rearward with your fingers. SIGHT ADJUSTMENTS Model 1892 rifles are fitted with traditional open sights. OPEN STYLE SIGHTS Your firearm can be adjusted to shoot higher by moving the rear sight elevator backward by one or more notches. In order to shoot lower, the elevator can be moved forward (Figure 14).
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:05 AM F I G U R E 15 Tap carefully. Do not mar the barrel or sight. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE SUGGESTIONS The Model 1892 will function better and more reliably over a longer period of time if it is properly maintained and kept clean. BEFORE PERFORMING ANY CLEANING PROCEDURES, ALWAYS MAKE CERTAIN THERE ARE NO CARTRIDGES IN THE CHAMBER, MAGAZINE OR ACTION/FEED AREAS OF THE RIFLE.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:05 AM CLEANING PROCEDURES — BE CERTAIN YOUR GUN’S CHAMBER AND MAGAZINE ARE UNLOADED. ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE SAFETY GLASSES DURING CLEANING. KEEP AMMUNITION AWAY FROM THE CLEANING AREA. DO NOT TEST THE FUNCTION OF YOUR FIREARM WITH LIVE AMMUNITION. ALWAYS PLACE THE SAFETY (MANUAL HAMMER STOP) IN THE “ON” (SAFE) POSITION BEFORE BEGINNING ANY CLEANING PROCEDURE. 1. Open the action. Use a cleaning rod with a tip and patch suitable for your caliber bore.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:05 AM 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” explained earlier in this manual.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:05 AM • After extended periods of heavy use, your gun should be taken to a qualified gunsmith to have the action disassembled for professional cleaning and lubrication. NEVER ATTEMPT TO TAKE YOUR MODEL 1892 APART FURTHER THAN EXPLAINED IN THIS MANUAL. This is a specialized, finely fitted mechanism. You may permanently mar it by attempting to disassemble the inner mechanism assemblies. If further disassembly for service or cleaning is required, take your gun to a U.
02-079-WFA_1892_om_revision 7/17/03 10:05 AM PARTS, SERVICE, REPAIR AND QUESTIONS If your Winchester rifle or shotgun should ever need service or repair; it is often best to utilize one of our Authorized Service Centers. In some cases it is appropriate to use the Winchester Service Center in Arnold, Missouri. A list of Authorized Service Centers was included with your new firearm. If you need a new listing call us. We can help you determine the best place to service your firearm.
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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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