Included in this lot for bidding is a Winchester Model 70, Bolt Action rifle, chambered in .270 WCF and is a rare Pre-64 deluxe rifle manufactured in 1950. The Mod. 70 was largely based off of the Model 54, and was nicknamed "The Rifleman's Rifle". Additionally, the Mod.70 was coined as the "Bolt Action Rifle of the Century" by Shooting Times Magazine, in 1999. The Model 70 began production in 1936, with this example originating from 1966-1967. This fine rifle utilizes cut-checkered texture on the walnut fore-grip and pistol grip. The receiver is mounted with a Bushnell scope. The rifle is marked in numerous places on the 24" blue'd barrel, reading; "-MADE in U.S.A.- Winchester Proof Steel - Winchester ® Model 70 - .270 WCF." on the left side of the barrel, "Winchester Trademark" on the padded rubber butt-plate, "Winchester -Trade Mark-" on the left side of the receiver. The rifle includes the original front sight, and adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sight. Overall, the rifle shows very good mechanical condition, and good aesthetic condition. The rifle has a fantastic bright bore, with very strong rifling, and a tight, smooth action. The walnut butt-stock and fore-grip shows some light wear from use, and transport. Serial Number: 157996 manufactured in 1950. This rifle qualifies as a Curio & Relic Long Gun, and requires FFL Transfer or NICS Background Check.
Condition
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