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Pre 64 Winchester Model 70 .338 Win. Mag.
Guns International #: 103663638 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Winchester Rifles - Model 70 Pre-64 - Winchester Rifles - Bolt Action
Seller's Information
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Seller: FRONTIER GUNS
Company: Frontier Guns
Member Since: 5/6/10
First Name: Dave
Last Name: Morris
State: Alaska
Country: United States
Phone: (907) 987-7216
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 9
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Bank to bank wire transfer (preferred), or bank cashier's check only
Description:
Outstanding example of this less common 338 Winchester magnum chambering.
SN 488337 with matching scribed bolt made in 1960.
98% original bright finishes on both metal and wood with only scattered and very minor handling marks.
25" barrel with an excellent bore. All mechanical functions are smooth and crisp as well.
A beautiful and solid rifle in all regards.
I have had numerous questions in the past about these somewhat unique 338s, so will address some of those:
- ALL 338s were factory issued with soft rubber recoil pads, usually the solid version such as on this rifle, with the latest examples having a ventilated pad.
- ALL 338s had a "458" stamp on the bottom side of recoil lug. So did every other short magnum. (264, 300 win., .338, .458) The reason for this was that every pre 64 Model 70 used the exact same receiver with only minor milling changes performed for the magnums. The 300 and 375 H&H magnums were easy to identify during assembly since they had obvious routed areas on top for the much longer cartridges. However, the short magnums looked identical to every other M70 receiver with exception of wider bottom guide rails for the fatter shells, so Winchester assemblers needed a quick way to identify them. Hence the "458" stamp.
- Many or perhaps even most 338s that have been shot much will be cracked in the wrist immediately behind the receiver tang due to their snappy recoil and relative light weight. I have zoomed in on this area to affirm that there is no hint of that on this rifle.
This is a very fine example that would be difficult to improve upon.
UPS 2-day fully insured shipping from Alaska in a custom cut foam lined box is an additional $150.
SAFETY NOTICE: Buyer is solely responsible for determining that a used gun is safe to shoot. The firearms offered by Frontier Guns have not been test fired but have been given a visual inspection only for the purpose of sale. It is a requirement that every used firearm be inspected by a qualified gunsmith before loading or firing. By purchasing, the buyer agrees to hold seller harmless against damages, injury, or death caused by defective merchandise or improper use.
Price: $3,350.00
Curio/Relic: Yes