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Category - Winchester Rifles - Model 70 Pre-64 - Military Rifles - US

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Winchester Rifles - Model 70 Pre-64
Military Rifles - US

United States Marine Corps Procured Winchester Model 70 Pre-64 .30-06

Description:
United States Marine Corps Winchester Model 70 Pre-64 Sporter, .30-06 Springfield
Features:

• Caliber: .30-06 Springfield (30-06 Gov’t Cartridge)
• Barrel: 24" barrel, standard sporter configuration
• Markings: Electro-pencil marked “U.S. PROPERTY” on receiver
• Stock: Varnished walnut with factory checkering
• Condition: Exceptionally fine, retains all original factory finishes, brilliant bore
• Bolt: Serial numbered to rifle
• Mechanics: Mechanically excellent, fully functional
• Serial Number: 47571, manufactured in 1942
• Provenance: Documented in “Death From Afar” by Lt. Col. Norman Chandler (Ret.), USMC, p. 49, as part of ~1,000 USMC-procured rifles, with ~373 in sporter configuration
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This is a rare and historically significant United States Marine Corps-procured Winchester Model 70 Pre-64 Sporter Rifle in .30-06 Springfield, manufactured by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company in New Haven, Connecticut. The serial number 47571 confirms production in 1942, as verified by Winchester’s serialization records, and its inclusion in “Death From Afar” by Lt. Col. Norman Chandler (Ret.), former XO of Weapons Training Battalion, Quantico, VA, documents it as one of approximately 1,000 Model 70s procured by the USMC, with only about 373 in the sporter configuration. Introduced in 1936, the Pre-64 Model 70, known as the “Rifleman’s Rifle,” is celebrated for its controlled-round-feed Mauser-style action and exceptional craftsmanship. These USMC rifles were issued for sniper and marksmanship roles during World War II, with limited details on their survival due to their specialized use. The .30-06 Springfield cartridge, a military and hunting standard, offers power and accuracy for long-range shooting. This rifle’s historical significance lies in its rare USMC provenance, making it one of the finest examples of a military-issued Model 70 ever offered, recently discovered and never previously sold.

This example is in exceptionally fine condition, retaining all its original factory blue and case-hardened finishes, with no visible wear. The varnished walnut stock, featuring factory checkering, is pristine, and the bore is brilliant, reflecting meticulous care. The bolt, serial numbered to the rifle, confirms originality, and the “U.S. PROPERTY” electro-pencil marking on the receiver authenticates its USMC service. Mechanically excellent, the rifle operates flawlessly, ready for display or cautious use with appropriate ammunition. All markings, including the Winchester logo and “U.S. PROPERTY,” are crisp and legible. As a recent discovery, this rifle is a unique opportunity for collectors of military and Winchester firearms.

Don’t miss your chance to own this extraordinary USMC Winchester Model 70, a true masterpiece of American firearms history. Click the “Buy It Now” button or call 478-337-1000 to secure this fine rifle today!
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Curio/Relic: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: Model 70 Pre-64
Serial Number: 47571
Barrel Length: 24
Bore Info: 30/06
Condition: Excellent
Metal Condition: Excellent
Wood Condition: Excellent
Bore Condition: Bright
Barrels: 24
Barrel Type: Round
Action: Bolt
Stock: Varnished Walnut
Butt Pad: Checkered Steel
Manufacture Date: 1942

Price: $7,995.00
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