WINCHESTER Prewar Mod 70 30/06 Rifle, C&R OK
Guns International #: 100465353 Seller's Inventory #: 75913
Category: Rifles - American Bolt Action - Winchester Rifles - Model 70 Pre-64
Seller's Information
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Seller: sonny44
Company: Bethel Arms
Member Since: 9/28/13
First Name: Philip
Last Name: Palermo
State: Connecticut
Zip: 06801
Country: United States
Phone: 2039427108
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Post Office Money Order
Description:
WINCHESTER "PRE-WAR" Model 70 RIFLE in .30/06 cal, GOV'T 06, Serial # 31079. This classic was manufactured in 1940, so C&R is OK. The nicely figured walnut stock and the metal on this rifle are both in excellent, well preserved condition (see pictures).
The 24" barrel has a ramp front sight and TASCO 3 x 9 x 40 riflescope and the original iron sights are included. The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp.
The receiver houses a five shot magazine. The pistol grip stock and forend are hand checkered. The stock features a 1" wide sling and swivels. Overall length is 45", LOP is 13 7/8"
This is an outstanding classic Winchester Model 70, a great hunter or collecter.
"The original Model 70 quickly established an excellent reputation with American sportsmen. It was a high-quality action of considerable strength, with 2 forward locking lugs and a Mauser-type non-rotating claw extractor. The key benefit of the Mauser-type extractor compared to later versions is that it captures the rim of a cartridge as it is fed upwards from the magazine and controls its journey forward into the rifle's chamber. This feed is called "controlled round feeding" and is favored by a number of shooters who prefer rifles to feed reliably, especially those who pursue dangerous game. The ejector was of the blade type similar to that of the Mauser 98, but considered superior as it did not require a Mauser-type slot through the left locking lug; instead there was a slot in the bolt face below the locking lug, leaving both forward lugs solid and hence stronger. The main benefit of the blade type ejector is it is simpler and perhaps more reliable (being considered less susceptible to ingress of foreign matter) when compared to the later post-'64 plunger ejector in the bolt face controlled by a coil spring.
Other significant features of this action include a three position wing type safety (retained throughout Model 70 production), a cone breeching system that helps prevent bullet nose damage while loading a cartridge from the magazine, machined steel trigger guard and floor plate, one piece bolt construction, and a trigger adjustable for pull weight and over-travel."
$37 shipping and insurance.
PO money ordere preferred.
SOLD
Curio/Relic: Yes