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Lot 738: Pre-64 Sightless Winchester Model 70 Featherweight Rifle

Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Featherweight "Gopher Special" Bolt Action Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2018

Lot 738: Pre-64 Sightless Winchester Model 70 Featherweight Rifle

Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Featherweight "Gopher Special" Bolt Action Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2018

Estimated Price: $1,300 - $1,900
Price Realized:
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Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Featherweight "Gopher Special" Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 70 Featherweight
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 270 Win
Barrel: 22 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 3051
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 287
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 1960. Special order barrel manufactured without sights ("Gopher Special"), polished bolt numbered to gun, receiver tapped for scope/sight mounting, Winchester factory oval proofs, sling swivels, checkered high comb pistol grip stock and checkered plastic buttplate. It is estimated that 300 of these sightless Featherweights were sold by Gopher Shooter's Supply of Faribault, Minnesota, and more were sold by other dealers.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retaining 95% plus original blue finish showing muzzle and high edge wear, minor scratches on the barrel (underside) and floor plate and thinning on the bolt knob. The stock is also excellent showing limited handling evidence and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent.



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