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Lot 300: Winchester 70 Rifle 458 Win Mag

Pre-64 Winchester Super Grade Model 70 Bolt Action African Rifle in 458 Winchester Magnum

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2014

Lot 300: Winchester 70 Rifle 458 Win Mag

Pre-64 Winchester Super Grade Model 70 Bolt Action African Rifle in 458 Winchester Magnum

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2014

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $4,000
Price Realized:
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Pre-64 Winchester Super Grade Model 70 Bolt Action African Rifle in 458 Winchester Magnum

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 70
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 458 Win Mag
Barrel: 25 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1524
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 68
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 1955 (receiver). Hooded ramp front sight and first variety African Model adjustable rear sight on a barrel marked with the Winchester legend on the left side. Winchester factory style oval proof on the receiver and barrel and floor plate marked "-SUPER GRADE-". The letter "X" has been added to the serial number. Jewelled bolt, extractor and follower with bolt numbered to gun (includes the letter "X"), receiver tapped for scope/sight mounting, straight receiver tang and quick release sling swivels. The checkered high comb pistol grip stock features a cheekpiece, ebony forend tip, metal grip cap and solid Winchester recoil pad.

Rating Definition:

Very fine as refurbished/restored. The rifle retains nearly all of the blue finish with a few light handling marks. The stock is near mint showing very limited light handling marks with crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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