Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this collectible bolt-action rifle today for a penny-start auction, this is the Winchester Model 70 Carbine.
This Winchester Model 70 Carbine is a desirable Pre-64 rifle produced in 1941, chambered in the less-common .257 Roberts. This example would make a fine addition to any Winchester or firearm collection.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 70 Carbine
Serial: 43045
Date of Manufacture: 1941 (According to https://winchestercollector.org/dates/)
Caliber: .257 Roberts
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 20"
Optics/Sights: Hooded Blade Front with Adjustable Semi-Buckhorn Rear
Stock/Grips: Walnut Stock with Checkered Pistol Grip and Forend
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
This Winchester 70 Carbine represents the short-barreled (20-inch) variation of Winchester’s famed Winchester Model 70 bolt-action rifle, produced during the original pre-’64 era from 1936 through 1946 as a compact option for hunters who valued quick handling in thick woods and rugged country. Although Winchester did not formally catalog the configuration as a “Carbine,” instead listing it as a Standard Grade with a 20-inch barrel, collectors and shooters have long used the term to distinguish it from full-length Model 70 rifles. The 20-inch carbines were offered in a select group of period chamberings — including .22 Hornet, .250-3000 Savage, .257 Roberts, .270 Winchester, 7x57 Mauser, and .30-06 Springfield — with this example chambered in .257 Roberts. Built on the classic pre-1964 controlled-round feed action with its full-length Mauser-type claw extractor, fixed blade ejector, coned breech for smooth feeding, dual front locking lugs, and three-position wing safety mounted on the bolt sleeve, the design embodies the mechanical strengths that established the Model 70’s enduring reputation.
Model: 70 Carbine
Serial: 43045
Date of Manufacture: 1941 (According to https://winchestercollector.org/dates/)
Caliber: .257 Roberts
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 20"
Optics/Sights: Hooded Blade Front with Adjustable Semi-Buckhorn Rear
Stock/Grips: Walnut Stock with Checkered Pistol Grip and Forend
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
This Winchester 70 Carbine represents the short-barreled (20-inch) variation of Winchester’s famed Winchester Model 70 bolt-action rifle, produced during the original pre-’64 era from 1936 through 1946 as a compact option for hunters who valued quick handling in thick woods and rugged country. Although Winchester did not formally catalog the configuration as a “Carbine,” instead listing it as a Standard Grade with a 20-inch barrel, collectors and shooters have long used the term to distinguish it from full-length Model 70 rifles. The 20-inch carbines were offered in a select group of period chamberings — including .22 Hornet, .250-3000 Savage, .257 Roberts, .270 Winchester, 7x57 Mauser, and .30-06 Springfield — with this example chambered in .257 Roberts. Built on the classic pre-1964 controlled-round feed action with its full-length Mauser-type claw extractor, fixed blade ejector, coned breech for smooth feeding, dual front locking lugs, and three-position wing safety mounted on the bolt sleeve, the design embodies the mechanical strengths that established the Model 70’s enduring reputation.
The rifle is fitted with a shortened walnut stock with hand-cut checkering and a steel buttplate, and is equipped with a ramp base integral to the barrel, a hooded blade front sight, and an adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sight. The compact profile and controlled-feed action continue to make this configuration one of the most intriguing and highly regarded variations within the pre-’64 Model 70 line.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
We strive to ship orders within the close of the following business day after payment and documentation is received.
Payment Details
We accept all forms of Payment including Personal Check, Business Check, PO Money Orders, Certified Check, Etc.
Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
Our #1 priority is customer satisfaction. We want to build a lasting trust in the relationship with our customers, so that you will always look to us for all your firearms needs. If you have any issues with your transactions please contact us, and we will work with you to resolve any issues you may have. We greatly appreciate your trust in us and we look forward to fulfilling all your future firearm needs.
Bryant Ridge also reserves the right to cancel any sales that may occur while gunbroker.com is experiencing technical issues that affects the entire site or a complete site outage, within an hour of the auction ending.
We have an amazing inventory of classic and collector firearms that we are adding to Gunbroker daily. Stay up to date on all of our latest auction by adding us to your favorite sellers list.
About Us
From a small town hobby, to a leader in the investment and collector grade firearms industry. Bryant Ridge Firearms is here to offer the best in quality and customer service when you are looking to unload your collector grade firearm collection. 
Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1159155688 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-03-15 22:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
3259 |
