Manufactured in 1951 during the Transition period (late 1945-51). This period saw an increase in yearly production to satisfy the growing demand for the Model 70. This is a deluxe version of the standard rifle and chambered in the rare 7x57caliber Mauser. Hooded ramp front sight, elevation adjustable rear sight and receiver tapped for scope/sight mounting. Standard Winchester markings including the factory proof on the left side of the barrel and receiver at the breech and "-SUPER GRADE-" on the hinged floor plate. The polished bolt is numbered to the gun (not all Super Grades had a jeweled bolt). The rifle has a Late safety that was fitted on most Model 70s beginning in late 1948. Like the Transition safety, the Late safety was designed to accommodate the installation of telescopic sights without interference, but with an "L" shaped lever. Mounted on a checkered pistol grip stock with forend cap, hard rubber factory grip cap, cheekpiece, quick release sling swivels and checkered steel buttplate. Complete with factory box numbered to gun, hanging tag and instructions. Where else would you find another 7x57 Mauser Super Grade in the factory box?

Excellent, showing 99% plus original blue finish. There are some scattered slight nicks on the barrel and stock and a minor pressure dent on the grip cap, otherwise some light traces of collector type handling marks overall. The box is excellent with some minor fraying on the edges. Impossible to improve upon.