#30 • Pre 64 Winchester Model 70, 22 Hornet Caliber Rifle

Part of February Firearms Auction (live auction by Linkous Auction Group)

High bid $3,000.00

Status: Sold

Pre 64 bolt action Winchester model 70 in a 22 hornet caliber rifle with scope rings. Manufactured in 1950 based on the serial number 179809. Commonly known as the 'Riflemans Rifle', featuring smooth round feed and claw extractor. 24 inch blued barrel has an excellent original blueing through the barrel with a small spot of oxidization near the muzzle. The barrel has its original hooded front sight with rear flip up, adjustable sight and has a fabulous bright bore with crisp rifling. Receiver is factory drilled and tapped with scope rings attached at the top. Bolt action is smooth on the free floating bolt and has three position safety located behind the bolt handle. Trigger guard and floor plate both have minor silvering on edges but maintain excellent original blueing finish. Original walnut stock is immaculate and has been professionally refinished and re-checkered with two factory sling rings at the base of the rifle and a black, checkered, metal buttplate. This rifle has been extremely well maintained with a gorgeous grain. Topped with a scope mount also in excellent condition. A very highly collectible pre 64 model 70 in a 22 hornet caliber that is desirable for small game and known for its accuracy and manageable power. The serial number on the bolt matches the serial number on the side of the receiver. Serial number: 179809 FFL status: C and R