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Lot 1572: Special Order Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Super Grade Carbine

Documented Special Order Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Super Grade Bolt Action Carbine in .375 Holland & Holland Magnum Photographed in "The Rifleman's Rifle"

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 18, 2024

Lot 1572: Special Order Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Super Grade Carbine

Documented Special Order Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Super Grade Bolt Action Carbine in .375 Holland & Holland Magnum Photographed in "The Rifleman's Rifle"

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 18, 2024

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,500
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Documented Special Order Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Super Grade Bolt Action Carbine in .375 Holland & Holland Magnum Photographed in "The Rifleman's Rifle"

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 70
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 375 H&H magnum
Barrel: 20 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2806
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 467
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 1946. Fitted with ramped, hooded, beaded blade front an elevation adjustable rear sights. The barrel is marked with the model and caliber on the left side with the Winchester address on the right. "WP" proofs are stamped on the barrel and receiver. The cloverleaf receiver is marked with the Winchester trademark on the left and the serial number on the right receiver ring. The floorplate is marked "-SUPER GRADE-". Mounted in a multipoint checkered walnut pistol grip stock with contrasting forend cap, hard rubber grip cap, special order left handed cheekpiece, and a red rubber recoil pad. This rifle is pictured on page 242 and 243 of "The Rifleman's Rifle" by Roger C. Rule and noted on page 244 as a special order carbine that is part of the author's collection. Provenance: The Roger C. Rule Collection

Rating Definition:

Very fine as professionally restored, retaining 97% plus refinished blue finish with limited handling marks and crisp stock checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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