This is very rare special order "Super Grade" 458 Win Magnum "African Model" bolt action rifle as manufactured in 1960. The Super Grade model 70s were only produced through 1959/60 when production was stopped with the 458 Magnum African Model only produced between 1956 and 1963, all on a special order basis. In total only 1226 African Model rifles were ever produced. Hooded ramp front sight, and special order adjustable Winchester "African" express rear sight made only for the 458 Magnum caliber "African" rifles. The top of the receiver is factory drilled for sight/scope mounting. Jeweled bolt and follower (bolt hand numbered to match), standard markings including the Winchester oval proof on the left side of the barrel and receiver at the breech and "-SUPER GRADE-" on the floor plate. Mounted with a one-piece walnut Monte Carlo stock with multi-point checkering, ebony forend, metal grip cap, cheek piece, solid oversize replacement Winchester recoil pad and quick release sling swivels.

Very fine with 97% original blue finish remaining, showing some mild cycling wear on the bolt extractor, and some thinning and edge wear on the trigger guard. The refinished stock shows only a few light handling marks and sharp checkering. The markings are sharp and clear. The action is excellent.