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Lot #1410

Lot 1409: 8 Collector Serialized Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifles

Collector's Set of Eight Serialized Limited Edition Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifles with Boxes

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2021

Lot 1409: 8 Collector Serialized Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifles

Collector's Set of Eight Serialized Limited Edition Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifles with Boxes

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2021

Estimated Price: $50,000 - $70,000

A) Winchester "Big 5" Model 70 Safari Classic Rifle in 375 H&H Magnum

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 70
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 375 H&H magnum
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2383
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 336
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 2004. Features floral scroll engraving on the floorplate and trigger guard, with a gold inlaid lion on the floorplate, gold inlaid geometric border on the scene and bottom metal with "SAFARI/CLASSIC" in gold. The bottom of the floorplate features a gold inlaid African continent and "Big 5". The rifle also features a knurled bolt handle, engraved crossbolts, and jeweled bolt. Mounted in a checkered nicely figured, pistol grip stock with black rubber recoil pad. Includes certificate of authenticity listing the features of the rifle, original box and a generic hard case.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, crisp engraving, and crisp stock checkering. Mechanically excellent.



B) Winchester "Big 5" Model 70 Safari Classic Rifle in 458 Win Magnum

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 70
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 458 Win magnum
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2383
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 336
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 2004. Features floral scroll engraving on the floorplate and triggerguard, with a gold inlaid elephant on the floorplate, gold inlaid geometric border on the scene and bottom metal with "SAFARI/CLASSIC" in gold. The bottom of the floorplate features a gold inlaid African continent and "Big 5". The rifle also features a knurled bolt handle, engraved crossbolts, and jeweled bolt. Mounted in a checkered, nicely figured, pistol grip stock with black rubber recoil pad. Includes certificate of authenticity listing the features of the rifle, original box and a generic hard case.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, crisp engraving and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



C) Winchester "Big 5" Model 70 Safari Classic Rifle in 338 Win Magnum

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 70
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 338 Win magnum
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2383
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 336
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 2004. Features floral scroll engraving on the floorplate and triggerguard, with a gold inlaid leopard on the floorplate, gold inlaid geometric border on the scene and bottom metal with "SAFARI/CLASSIC" in gold. The bottom of the floorplate features a gold inlaid African continent and "Big 5". The rifle also features a knurled bolt handle, engraved crossbolts, and jeweled bolt. Mounted in a checkered, nicely figured, pistol grip stock with black rubber recoil pad. Includes certificate of authenticity listing the features of the rifle, original box and a generic hard case.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, crisp engraving, and crisp stock checkering. Mechanically excellent.



D) Winchester "Big 5" Model 70 Safari Classic Rifle in 470 Capstick

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 70
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 470 Capstick
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2383
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 336
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 2004. Features floral scroll engraving on the floorplate and triggerguard, with a gold inlaid rhinoceros on the floorplate, gold inlaid geometric border on the scene and bottom metal with "SAFARI/CLASSIC" in gold. The bottom of the floorplate features a gold inlaid African continent and "Big 5". The rifle also features a knurled bolt handle, engraved crossbolts, and jeweled bolt. Mounted in a checkered, nicely figured, pistol grip stock with black rubber recoil pad. Includes certificate of authenticity listing the features of the rifle, original box and a generic hard case.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, crisp engraving, and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



E) Winchester "Big 5" Model 70 Safari Classic Rifle in 416 Rem Mag

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 70
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 416 Rem Mag
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2383
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 336
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 2004. Features floral scroll engraving on the floorplate and triggerguard, with a gold inlaid cape buffalo on the floorplate, gold inlaid geometric border on the scene and bottom metal with "SAFARI/CLASSIC" in gold. The bottom of the floorplate features a gold inlaid African continent and "Big 5". The rifle also features a knurled bolt handle, engraved crossbolts, and jeweled bolt. Mounted in a checkered, nicely figured, pistol grip stock with black rubber recoil pad. Includes certificate of authenticity listing the features of the rifle, original box and a generic hard case.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, crisp engraving, and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



F) Winchester North American Game Series Model 70 Rifle in 270 WSM

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 70
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 270 WSM
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2383
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 336
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 2004. Features floral scroll engraving on the receiver, floorplate, and triggerguard, with silver inlaid scrolls as well as a gold inlaid whitetail deer with a gold border, gold inlaid Winchester Logo, and gold inlaid "WSM/270". The rifle also features a smooth bolt handle, engraved crossbolt, and jeweled bolt. Mounted in a checkered, nicely figured, pistol grip stock with steel grip cap and black rubber recoil pad. Includes non-matching factory box and a generic hard case.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, crisp engraving, and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



G) Winchester North American Game Series Model 70 Rifle in 300 WSM

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 70
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 300 WSM
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2383
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 336
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 2004. Features floral scroll engraving on the receiver, floorplate, and triggerguard, with silver inlaid scrolls as well as a gold inlaid elk with a gold border, gold inlaid Winchester Logo, and gold inlaid "WSM/300". The rifle also features a smooth bolt handle, engraved crossbolt, and jeweled bolt. Mounted in a checkered straight grain, pistol grip stock with steel grip cap and black rubber recoil pad. Includes shipping box and a generic hard case.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, crisp engraving, and crisp stock checkering. Mechanically excellent.



H) Winchester North American Game Series Model 70 Rifle in 7mm WSM

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 70
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7mm WSM
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2383
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 336
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 2004. Features floral scroll engraving on the receiver, floorplate, and triggerguard, with silver inlaid scrolls as well as a gold inlaid antelope with a gold border, gold inlaid Winchester Logo, and gold inlaid "WSM/7MM". The rifle also features a smooth bolt handle, engraved crossbolt, and jeweled bolt. Mounted in a checkered nicely figured, pistol grip stock with steel grip cap and black rubber recoil pad. Includes a certificate of authenticity listing the features of the rifle, original shipping box and a generic hard case.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with minimal handling marks, crisp engraving, and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent.



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