Winchester Model 9422M 9422-M XTR .22 WMR 20.5″ Lever Action Rifle MFD 1980
SOLD FOR: $1075
LSB#: 211202BW03
Make: Winchester
Model: 9422M
Serial#: F418665
Year of Manufacture: 1980
Caliber/Gauge: .22 Winchester Magnum
Action Type: Tubular Magazine Fed Lever Action Rifle
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “WINCHESTER ® MODEL 9422M XTR – .22 WIN. MAGNUM / -MADE IN NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S.A. WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL-”. The top rear of the barrel is marked with the Winchester proof. The underside of the receiver and forward portion of the guard assembly are marked with the serial number, “F418665”. The buttplate has the Winchester logo.
Barrel Length: 20 1/2”
Sights/Optics: The front sight is brass beaded blade with protective hood dovetailed into a serrated ramped base that is fixed to the barrel. The rear sight is a U-notch leaf with an elevator piece that is dovetailed to the rear of the barrel. The top of the barrel has a male dovetail for mounting an optic (not included).
Stock Configuration and Condition: Two-piece checkered wood with a banded forearm, straight grip, straight comb, and checkered synthetic buttplate. There is a sling swivel in the belly and one banded on the bottom of the mag tube. The wood shows sparsely scattered faint draglines and handling marks. There are a few minor interruptions in the forearm checkering. Otherwise, the checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. The length of pull is 13 7/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the plate. The plate shows light wear along the edges and the checkering is sharp. Overall, the stocks rate in Fine-Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright and the rifling is sharp. There is scattered faint erosion nearer the muzzle.
Overall Condition: The rifle retains about 97% of its finish. There are some light scratches along the dovetail on the top of the receiver and on the left side as well. There is a faint patch of oxidation on the right side of the magazine tube at the rear. There is faint thinning around the muzzle. The action shows minor operational wear. The screw heads are sharp and all markings are clear. Overall, the rifle is in Fine-Plus condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The lever action is smooth. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box Paperwork and Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: The Winchester 9422M XTR is a late-era lever action rifle that makes the best of the storied functionality and dependability of the rifles that came before it. The rifle was rather popular in the time it was manufactured, starting in 1972 and going until 2004. This example was manufactured in 1980, but one would be hard-pressed to believe it given its overall high condition. This rifle is an ideal choice for those new to shooting, or for parents that want their children to begin taking the responsibility of being a shooter. With its high condition, bright bore, and smooth action, this rifle will provide many more decades of shooting fun. Please see our photos and good luck!