Winchester left hand model 70 new haven production history. Lightweight boltaction hunting rifle with classic looks. Jack oconnor on the winchester model 70 outdoor life. After that the corporate history becomes a bit confusing, at least to me, as i am no. With few changes to the overall gun in decades and a nearly unbroken run of production, winchester has perhaps created one of the most recognizable firearms in history with the model 70.
Roger rules book has been reprinted a couple times but i have never heard of a second issue of dean whitakers book. I had it doped out that the winchester featherweight, if and when it. The winchester model 70, pre64 to current production revivaler. Ships to store in 58 business days please choose a store to see what items are available locally. Thats why im confused, i can see 20k to 50k production per year. The model 70 lightweight carbine with a 20 barrel was manufactured from 1984 1987. They were selling around 30,000 a year and my rifles sn is g15660xx. The model 70 was introduced in 1936 and is currently in production.
The legendary handling and quickness of the model 70 featherweight. The pre64 models include standard grade, carbine, featherweight, alaskan, westerner, and super grade. My win mod 70 push feed is a very nice rifle, an xtr version i think or it is just finished to that level and is chambered in 22250. The first book by dean whitaker, the model 70 winchester 19371964 in 1978 and the riflemans rifle by roger rule in 1982. For the purposes of this article, the weapon of choice is the. Winchester 1895 14 matching articles field and stream. The following information is critical must have knowledge when ordering parts or wood for your winchester model 70. I had been looking for a m70 featherweight built in my birth month and year but was never sure that the. Book glossary from the blue book gun collector organizations from the blue book. At shot show 2012 and in celebration of the 75th anniversary of the model 70, winchester unveiled a limited edition jack oconnor tribute model 70.
The greatest hammerless repeating shotgun ever built. It has an iconic place in american sporting culture and has been held in high regard by shooters since it. Model 70 compact winchester repeating arms company. One interesting fact i just noticed, is that the blue book shows the model 70 lightweight rifle being manufactured 1987 1995. Unfollow winchester model 70 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Winchester model 70 classic super express barrel in. With todays technology well still be talking about it for the next 75 years. Jack oconnor beside a recordbook eland taken with his model 70 in. From the reference i have, lightweights were made from 19871995, lightwieght carbines from 19841987. Known today as the pre64 model 70 action, this one was slightly modified mauser design featuring a coned breech, two massive forwardlocated locking lugs and the large, stationary claw extractor. The best gun books for any gun owner gun digest store is where youll find a fantastic selection. The model 70 winchester was first introduced in 1937 in one action length that would handle everything up through the.
The winchester model 70 is one of the best known rifles in the world. Find the winchester model 70 replacement barrels that you need for a restoration or repair project. Basically a featherweight xtr with a more traditional stock. While dating your model 70 by serial number can be difficult, and there are many. Two books have been published on the winchester model 70. The model 70 was produced from 1935 until winchester closed their connecticut factory in 2006, with approximately 700,000 model 70 guns sold prior to 1964. Check back again for an entry on the featherweight and also the newcomer in the winchester model 70 collection which hasnt arrived yet. Ships from zip 27370 10lbs for estimating shipping. I have a model 70 xtr in 3006 i inherited from dad. This is a beautiful gun in very good condition with no major scratches or rust, light use wear. There is some old rust that has been cleaned off on this rifle check pictures and bid your judgment buyer pays actual shipping costs. No refunds on shippng cost or transfer fees no pay pal.
All stocks come with uncle mikes swivel studs and recoil pads. You have to remember that winchester was still making another bolt action centerfire rifle, the model 54, and they had to test the model 70 and sell the left over. Got distracted by the nice lines and bought a winchester model 70 xtr sporter varmint in. I came late to the wetshaving party, and likewise didnt get around to deer hunting until middle age. Savage model 112 magnum target rifle offers affordable accuracy. This selfappraisal course deals with all model 70 winchester rifles, but focuses on the pre64 winchesters, or. Savage releases minimalist rimfire rifles just in time for holidays. The g prefixes began in 1969 with g941900, considerable higher then what the op indicated. Numrich has a wide selection of winchester model 70 barrels and has been providing parts like this since 1950. What i cant figure out is, this rifle has iron sights.
See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. With a short length of pull, shallow stock profile and trim 20 barrel, its easy to carry and quick to shoulder. Special order features include fancy walnut stocks with cheekpiece, and engraving. Technical data on the different calibers when introduced and discontinued. Winchester winchester gun parts for sale in stock ebay. It has an iconic place in american sporting culture and has been held in high regard by shooters since it was introduced in 1936, earning the moniker the riflemans rifle. Winchester model 70, short action featherweight barrel pillarbed stock color. There is a very small 14 chip of wood missing from toe of butt and a few light scratches, mostly on left side of receiver. Winchester model 70 featherweight bolt action rifle nra museums. Winchester model 70s in 1964 started with sn 700,000. Most of it dwells on production before the fateful 1964, but much information can be had from dean whittakers the model 70 winchester 19371964. Winchester model 70 featherweight boltaction rifles. All the men in my family had a winchester model 12 shotgun, and a winchester rifle for deer.
With light recoil and excellent fit for smaller shooters, this model 70 is. Model 70 lightweight carbine standard action model 70 lightweight minicarbine short action model 70 xtr sporter model 70 xtr super express magnum model 70 xtr sporter varmint model 94 angle eject standard big. And barrel lengths available in the different types. It has gone through many changes over the years, but is currently still in production today.
The model 70 came out in 1935 and in only a couple of calibers to start with. I bought a winchester model 70 lightweight rifle in. Checkered satin finish stock with schnabel forearm, lighter featherweight barrel profile, controlled round feed, pachmayr pad. This is a lightweight model and has a push feed action. Winchester model 70 lightweight in 3006, 22 barrel,checkered walnut stock. Looks great, shoots very well havent been able to do a ton of testing to find its favorite ammo yet, and just started working up some handloads to test also, but is plenty accurate for hunting out to the 150yds or so i have tested it with all the factory hunting ammo ive tried, isnt too heavy, but isnt too light to make. I was told its the same as the featherweight, with cheaper wood. Production of the winchester model 70 started in 1935. I wont reveal too much but lets just say that it would certainly get the nod from ol elmer as opposed to the two sheep rifles mentioned in this article. The action has some design similarities to mauser designs and it is a development of the earlier winchester model 54 the model 70 was originally manufactured by the. It would appear that it was made in late 1982 or in 1983 by usrac. This cartridge was first introduced in 1955 for the winchester model 70 boltaction and model 88 leveraction sporting rifles and quickly gained popularity among sportsmen worldwide. It was a groundbreaking development, combining a useful combination of lightweight 70 to 85 grain bullets optimized for longrange. It was a modern controlled round feed action mated to a featherweight barrel and chambered the only cartridge that made sense.
The last model 70 made by winchester was sn g1525323 in 1981. Completely updated pricing for winchester firearms with new entries and photos. We were wondering if all of the left handed model 70s were custom shop or if they were offered from general production. It was in these articles and books that the winchester model 70 shone as the great american. The wood appears to have a heavy caot of high gloss finish over wood. Winchester model 70 featherweight dark maple stainless rifle.
The winchester model 70 bolt action is perhaps the quintessential classic bolt action in america. Just about every major manufacturer offers rifles chambered in. Winchester model 70 post 64 control round feed barrels. One of the perennially popular winchester firearms of the 20th century is the model 70 boltaction rifle. What can you tell me about a winchester model 70 with lightweight on the barrel.
I think that the book is the very best one on winchester model 70 rifles, and any winchester model 70 collector needs one if wanting to be serious about collecting them. The grip and forend have a cobblestone texture for a sure grip. The book of the winchester model 70 and 94 pays homage to that. Blue appears original and remains in good condition showing a few scuffs and light scratches, with wear to high places on. Model 0 pistol grip models model 70 featherweight ultra grade. G prefix model 70 winchester question the high road. Winchester 101 history 25 matching articles field and. Does anyone know how to date a usrac mod 70 pushfeed. Cleaned it up, replaced the scope, had the trigger adjuster from 9 lbs down to 3. Rifle barrel parts for winchester for sale in stock ebay. The lightweight version of the model 70 was designed for ease of carry by. Im pretty sure it sat in a safe or gun cabinet since the late eightys. He displayed winchester pre64 model 70s in september, 2005, and most recently at our.
When l look up this rifle listed in my 2005 or my 2009 blue book of gun values it says no sights. Several sites offer you a complete history of the model 70 winchester and can properly date it for you. Few rifles can be identified in an instant like the featherweight. This latest edition to date has serial numbers up to 1991 for model 70s. National match, target, bull gun, and featherweight models. Shop for your winchester model 70 replacement barrels today.
These books are collector books themselves, even when printed new, and the used book market for them keeps going up. It appears that usrac didnt keep very good records on. Collecting winchester pre64 model 70 rifles by wayne r. Winchester model 70 3006 sprg 24 barrel steel new haven conn shooting hunting. The winchester model 70 is a boltaction sporting rifle.
The first book by dean whitaker, the model 70 winchester 19371964 in. I took my first deer with a winchester model 86 takedown lightweight built in 1921 in. The winchester model 70 rifle, of course, needs little introduction being the most. The story of the creation of the original winchester model 70 really begins back in. For smaller adults, younger shooters and those looking for the perfect mountain rifle, the model 70 compact is ideal. Introduced in 1936 as an improvement on the model 54, the model 70 soon set the standard.
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