Winchester Repeating Arms 70 (Historic Manual) - Manual (Page 24)

If your Model 70 is equipped with the BOSS accuracy
device please refer to special instructions on cleaning
found in the BOSS special supplement manual. If your
special BOSS manual is missing, write or call our
Customer Service department for a free copy.
2. Inspect the chamber and bore for brass, copper and
powder fouling. A normal amount of powder residue can
be expected and is not serious. It can usually be removed
by repeating step one, using a patch saturated with sol-
vent. If or when fouling should become heavy, it can be
removed with a brass bore brush. Dip or spray the brush
with solvent and scrub the chamber and bore until the
fouling is removed. To prevent brass bristles from
breaking off, the brush should be pushed completely
through the bore before being withdrawn.
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” 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. Make sure that the surfaces
of the breech bolt are especially clean and lightly oiled
with a high quality gun oil. Do not use pure silicone
or lanolin.
6. Inspect the barrel and chamber. Make certain that no
patches have been inadvertently left in them. Remove
any that remain.
7. Wipe all wood surfaces.
8. When transporting only, store your Model 70 in a
quality protective case to prevent scratches and dents.
Store in a dry place to prevent corrosion. Store away
from children.
MAKE SURE YOUR RIFLE IS UNLOADED AND
ALWAYS STORE AMMUNITION SEPARATELY.
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