Winchester Repeating Arms 1886 (Historic Manual) User Manual
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being withdrawn.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 rec-
ommended.
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.
Then lightly oil your gun at the points described
under “Oiling the Action” explained earlier in this
manual. Ordinary
good
judgment will, of course, indi-
cate that the metal
of
the gun should receive a light
film of oil any time the rifle has been exposed to
weather or handling. 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 block, lever components
and feed mechanism parts 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.
TO MAKE CERTAIN THAT NO PATCHES
HAVE BEEN INADVERTENTLY LEFT IN
THEM.
Remove any that remain.
7.
Wipe all wood surfaces.
8.
When transporting only, place your Model
1886
in
a quality protective case to prevent scratches and
dents. Store in a dry place to prevent corrosion. Store