Winchester Model 9422 Tribute Special Edition Traditional .22 LR Lever-Action, One of 9422, Factory-Engraved, 20.5 In. Barrel
This Model 9422 Tribute Special Edition Traditional stands out as a 2005 limited-release rifle from Winchester’s Tribute Series. It features factory receiver engraving, a barrel legend reading "Model 9422 Tribute – One of 9422," and the FTS serial prefix associated with the 2005 Tribute program. Built in New Haven, Connecticut, it combines Winchester Proof Steel, a blued finish, and finely checkered walnut in a collectible configuration with practical .22 LR performance.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor, superficial scratches and blemishes are present and consistent with light handling.
What’s Included
- Factory Winchester Model 9422 Tribute box with matching end label (FTS prefix)
This special-edition rifle is part of Winchester’s 2005 Tribute Series and is barrel-marked "Model 9422 Tribute – One of 9422." The program was announced at 9,422 rifles, and this example carries the FTS prefix associated with the run, underscoring its place in the limited series.
The receiver is factory-engraved, with a left-side ribbon reading "MODEL 9422 TRIBUTE" and a classic Winchester horse-and-rider motif on the right. The blued finish is paired with a Winchester Proof Steel barrel for a traditional, high-quality presentation.
Stocking is classic walnut with a straight-grip profile, cut checkering, and a satin finish. The rifle retains a black checkered buttplate with the Winchester logo, complemented by a walnut forearm with matching cut checkering for a cohesive look and confident purchase.
Sighting equipment includes a hooded ramp front sight and an elevation-adjustable rear leaf sight with a stepped elevator. The 20.5-inch barrel, approximately 37-1/8-inch overall length, and about 6.0-pound weight deliver a well-balanced, handy package.
Feeding is via an under-barrel tubular magazine with a removable inner tube. Capacity is 15+1 with .22 LR, and the chamber accepts both .22 Long and .22 Long Rifle. Manufacture took place in New Haven, Connecticut, USA.