#33 • Custom Winchester Model 70, 264 Win Mag from Robert Peterson's Collection

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

High bid $4,100.00

Status: Sold

An extraordinary custom, pre-64 Winchester Model 70, 264 win mag caliber rifle. From the highly desirable Robert Peterson's collection from the Peterson's Hunting Journal. Known as the 264 Westerner, this rifle has been meticulously cared for. 26 inch barrel is in remarkable condition with one mark on the right side of the barrel near the front sight but has a beautiful original finish and bright an shiny bore with crisp rifling. Front and rear sights are dovetailed and have blanks inserted. The receiver maintains the same original finish with excellent patina and clear markings. The forged steel receiver has a jeweled bolt in excellent condition with a blued bolt handle and a three position safety located behind the bolt handle. This fully custom rifle has a magnificent hardwood stock with a high gloss finish and a raised cheek piece on the left side of the buttstock. The forend has a two-toned black front with a checkered forearm. Trigger, trigger guard and floor plate retain excellent blueing as well as the piscolt grip cap. Very nicely checkered pistol grip and a stunning grain through the entire stock to the vented rubber recoil pad. Robert Peterson was the man behind Peterson Hunting Journal, which was the first all hunting magazine at the news stand and the longest running publication to dedicate their material to hunting. This rifle was used by Robert Peterson when he shot his world grand slam of sheep. A fine pre 64 model 70 that is completely custom and was once owned by a renowned hunter and hunting enthusiast that is well known throughout the world! An outstanding opportunity to own this rifle! Serial number: 470157 FFL status: C and R