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Serial number of 491705 present on action ring, 25 in. blued steel barrel, barrel stamping read WINCHESTER TRADE MARK MODEL-70 338 WIN MAGNUM MADE IN U.S.A. WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL, sling swivels, hooded ramped front sight, flip-up rear sight, drilled and tapped for scope base, checkered walnut stock with raised comb, factory WINCHESTER recoil pad.
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Overall length 45 3/4 in.
DOM: 1960
LOP: 13 3/4 in. ending with factory Winchester recoil pad
WT: 7lbs 13oz
CAL: .338 WIN MAGNUM
FFL Status: Modern
Introduced following the release of the powerful .338 Winchester Magnum cartridge in 1958. Renowned as the "Rifleman's Rifle," the Model 70 was celebrated for its smooth action, controlled-round feed, and exceptional accuracy. The .338 Win Mag chambering made it a favorite for big-game hunting, particularly for large and dangerous North American and African species. Its strength, versatility, and iconic status have cemented the Model 70's reputation as one of the finest bolt-action rifles ever produced.
Overall very good estate condition, bluing throughout is very good, stock has a nice matte or satin sheen with sharp checkering, raised comb, no cheek piece, factory sling swivels, one prominent depress in right side of stock just forward of checkering, factory red recoil pad remains pliable and attractive.