#38 • Winchester Model 70, 270 Win Caliber

Part of Premier Gun Auction (live auction by Linkous Auction Group)

High bid $550.00

Status: Sold

Winchester Model 70 .270 Winchester – Post-64 Production This Winchester Model 70 bolt-action rifle chambered in .270 Winchester, serial number 789790. Produced after 1964, this example represents an era of transition for the Model 70, yet it retains the strong reputation that has long made the rifle a favorite among American sportsmen. Known as “The Rifleman’s Rifle,” the Model 70 is admired for its accuracy, reliability, and timeless design. This rifle features a blued steel 22 inch barrel and receiver paired with a finely checkered walnut stock. Sights have been removed and screws are in tact. The stock exhibits attractive grain and retains a rich finish, with some light handling marks that speak to honest use in the field. Its classic straight comb and cheekpiece provide both comfort and a traditional Winchester profile. The rifle is fitted with a leather sling and mounted scope bases, ready for a scope of your choice. The bore remains bright with strong rifling, and the action cycles smoothly, reflecting the quality and durability expected from a Winchester sporting rifle. Chambered in .270 Winchester, this rifle is built for one of the most celebrated hunting cartridges in American history. Made famous by outdoor writer Jack O’Connor, the .270 Winchester is prized for its flat trajectory, manageable recoil, and effectiveness on game ranging from deer to elk. This caliber, paired with the proven Model 70 action, makes the rifle as practical today as it was when first produced. The Post-64 Model 70 rifles were built with design and production updates that allowed Winchester to continue offering their flagship sporting rifle during a changing era of American gunmaking. While collectors often prize earlier pre-64 examples, later models like this one remain in strong demand for their affordability, durability, and utility as dependable hunting rifles. Overall, this Winchester Model 70 is a fine example of a post-64 production sporting rifle in a versatile and historically important caliber. It offers both collectible value as part of Winchester’s long production history and practical use as a reliable hunting arm. FFL Status: Modern