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Lot #3657

Lot 3656: Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle in Scarce .257 Robe

Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle in Scarce .257 Roberts

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 9, 2018

Lot 3656: Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle in Scarce .257 Robe

Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle in Scarce .257 Roberts

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 9, 2018

Estimated Price: $4,000 - $5,000

Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle in Scarce .257 Roberts

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 70
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 257 Roberts
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 746
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 266
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 1953. The barrel is chambered for the scarce .257 Roberts and is equipped with a hooded ramp front sight and an adjustable leaf rear sight. The top of the receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounts. Standard Winchester markings with single factory proofs on the barrel and receiver. Mounted on a high comb pistol grip stock with checkered forearm and grip area, sling swivels, bright bolt, hinged floor plate and checkered steel buttplate.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, showing 97% of the original blue finish with gray patina forming on some of the high edges and gray patina at the muzzle. There are some streaks of gray confined to the barrel. The stock is also excellent with some mild dings and some minor scratches. The checkering is sharp. Mechanically excellent.



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