Featured in this lot we have a Winchester model 70 bolt action hunting rifle chambered in 6.5x55MM. The Mod. 70 was largely based off of the Model 54, and was nicknamed "The Rifleman's Rifle". Additionally, the Model 70 was coined as the "Bolt Action Rifle of the Century" by Shooting Times Magazine in 1999. The Model 70 began production in 1936. This fine rifle utilizes cut-checkered texture on the walnut fore-grip and pistol grip. The rifle is marked in numerous places on the 21" long barrel, reading "Winchester Model 70 Cal. 6.5x55 - 284 Made in New Haven, Conn U.S.A. Winchester PROOF Steel" with the frame marked "Winchester Trade Mark" with the right side of the barrel marked "Featherweight". 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: G1999145. 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: G1999145. This is a modern firearm and requires a FFL transfer or NICS background check.