Make: Winchester

Model: 9422

Serial Number: F753826

Year of Manufacture: Modern

Caliber: .22 Short, Long, or Long Rifle

Action Type: Lever Action Rifle with Full Length Tubular Magazine

Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “WINCHESTER MODEL 9422 .22 S-L-L.R. / MADE IN NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S.A.WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL-”. The top of the barrel and receiver are marked with “WP”. The bottom of the frame and bottom metal are marked “F753826”.

Barrel Length: 20”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a hooded beaded blade and is dovetailed to a serrated and ramped base. The rear sight is a “U” notch elevator style sight dovetailed to the barrel. The top of the receiver is grooved for mounting an optic (none present).

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece checkered walnut with straight grip, straight comb, checkered black hard rubber Winchester buttplate and banded forend. There are a few minor scratches and compressions. The LOP measures 13 5/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stocks rate in about Fine condition.

Type of Finish: Blue, Brass frame

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 10/10.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish is strong and complete throughout. There is verdigris on the left side of the frame and on the saddle ring. There are some minor freckles on the barrel. The markings are clear. The screw heads are sharp. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with its factory box and owner’s manual.

Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 9422 Yellow Boy Traditional is a classic rimfire lever action rifle that blends timeless Old West styling with modern shooting performance. With its brass-finished receiver and deeply blued barrel, the Yellow Boy pays tribute to Winchester’s 19th-century heritage, while its internal design is pure 20th-century refinement. Chambered in .22 Short, Long, or Long Rifle, this versatile rifle offers smooth cycling and surprising accuracy—traits that made the 9422 one of the most beloved rimfire lever guns of its era. The checkered walnut furniture, dovetail sights, and grooved receiver top all contribute to its functionality and visual appeal.

This example is in Fine condition, retaining about 99% of its original finish with only minor freckles on the barrel and traces of verdigris on the brass frame. The bore is outstanding, rating a 10/10 in our assessment, and the action functions smoothly. It comes with its original box and manual, making it all the more desirable to collectors and enthusiasts alike. Whether you're introducing a young shooter to lever guns, collecting Winchester commemoratives, or just looking for a high-quality .22 rifle with vintage appeal, this Yellow Boy Traditional offers beauty, accuracy, and history in a single package.