Daisy AVANTI Champion 499/499B - Manual (Page 5)

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counterclockwise until it is free, then remove from gun. The jammed shot can then be
removed by running a smooth rod through the barrel. If you are unable to clear the gun,
return it to the Daisy Service Department. (See Repair of Daisy Guns section.)
MODEL 5899 PRECISION PEEP SIGHT
FOR THE “CHAMPION” 499/499B
Daisy’s fully adjustable precision peep sight
Model 5899 (See Figure 8) has been designed to
fit your “Champion” 499, 499B BB rifle.
To order the 5899 Precision Peep Sight you can
call Daisy Customer Service at 1-800-713-2479
and ask for Item number 5899
NOTE: Use the special sight adapter (Figure 11)
for the Champion 499. (Provided with sight)
INSTALLING THE MODEL
5899 PRECISION PEEP SIGHT
CAUTION: Be sure safety is in
the “ON” position and the gun
is unloaded and pointed in a safe
direction.
1. Removing existing peep sight
Champion 499: Remove sight
retaining screw (A) and screw (B).
(Figure 9)
Champion 499B: Remove sight
retaining screw (A). (Figure 10)
Do not reuse screw (A).
2. Attaching new precision sight
Champion 499: Position the
precision sight adapter on the
receiver top with holes aligned.
Insert screw (B) in its original hole.
Loosen mounting screws and slide
the precision peep sight onto the
adapter. Insert screw (C) (Provided
with kit) as shown. (Figure 11)
Champion 499B: Loosen mounting
screws and slide the precision peep
sight onto the rear sight base. (Fig. 12)
3. Tighten all screws securely.
NOTE: You may want to shellac the
screw threads to prevent any chance
of the screws becoming loose.
The existing front sight can be used with the new Precision Peep Sight.
FIG. 9 FIG. 10
FIG. 11 FIG. 12
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GET YOUR “CHAMPION” 499/499B IN PROPER POSITION
These simple rules will help you hold your rifle correctly. (Instructions are for right handed
shooters. Reverse for left handed shooters.)
1. Grasp the small of the stock with your right hand.
2. Let the forearm rest on the palm of your left hand (or on the thumb and fingertips if using
the N.R.A. standing position).
3. Place your left elbow as close to directly under your gun as possible.
4. Place your cheek as far forward on the stock as possible without straining and press
gently against the stock.
5. Now make sure your 499, 499B still points effortlessly at the center of the target. To
make sure, close your eyes and point it where you think the target is. If, when you open
your eyes, the gun is pointing away from the center of the target, shift your body to
correct. Repeat until naturally centered.
6. Prepare to squeeze the trigger with the first joint of your first (index) finger. But don’t
fire yet!
AIMING (OR SIGHTING)
A “Champion” 499, 499B will shoot where you aim it. The trick is holding the proper
sight picture. To do this, think about a lollipop. Then make the front sight the lollipop stick,
and the bullseye the candy! Keep the top of the lollipop stick even with the top of the rear
sight and centered in the V notch.
Try sighting. Then check what you see against the sight pictures on the following page.
To be a consistent marksman, use the correct sight picture each time you fire the gun, and
remember–sight or point the gun only in a safe direction.
SITTING
(LOW)
PRONE
N.R.A. STANDING
KNEELING
(LOW)
EXISTING
PEEP
SIGHT
Screw A
Screw B
EXISTING
PEEP
SIGHT
Screw A
CHAMPION 499B CHAMPION 499
CHAMPION 499B CHAMPION 499
Mounting
Screws
C
B
Sight
Adapter
Peep
Sight
Mounting
Screws
Rear
Sight
Base
Peep
Sight
FIG. 8
Mounting
Screws
Windage
Calibration
Windage
Adjustment
Knob
Elevation Calibration
(under knob)
Elevation
Adjustment Knob
Peep
Sight
R