Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this iconic pre-64 bolt-action sporting rifle for a penny-start auction, this is the Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Standard Grade.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Winchester Repeating Arms
Model: Model 70 Standard Grade (Pre-1964 Production)
Serial: 181656
Date of Manufacture: 1950 (Pre-64)
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield (.30-06 SPRG.)
Finish: Factory Blued Steel Finish
Barrel Length: 24" Tapered Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: Hooded Ramp Front Sight, Folding Rear Sight Notch, & Mounted Vintage Weaver K4 Fixed Power Scope on a Redfield One-Piece Base
Stock/Grips: Factory American Walnut Pistol Grip Stock w/ Hand Checkering, Monte Carlo Comb, Checkered Steel Buttplate, & Sling Swivel Studs
Action: Bolt-Action w/ Classic Pre-64 Controlled Round Feed (CRF) Mauser-Style Claw Extractor, 3-Position Wing Safety, & Hinged Floorplate
Markings: Receiver ring left side stamped serial "181656". Receiver rail left side stamped "WINCHESTER -TRADE MARK-". Barrel left side stamped "MADE IN U.S.A. WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN, CONN.", "WINCHESTER -TRADE MARK-", & "MODEL 70 - 30-06 SPRG.-". Proof marks stamped on chamber hood and receiver. Scope body stamped "WEAVER K4 EL PASO TEX USA PAT.". Redfield base stamped "REDFIELD PAT. NO. 1,837,290".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Widely hailed as "The Rifleman's Rifle," the pre-1964 Winchester Model 70 remains the gold standard of classic American bolt-action rifle design. Manufactured in 1950, this exceptional Pre-64 Model 70 Standard Grade is chambered in the quintessential .30-06 Springfield caliber. It features the highly coveted Pre-64 action incorporating a true non-rotating Mauser-style claw extractor for positive Controlled Round Feed (CRF), a smooth coned breech, a mechanical blade ejector, and the famous three-position wing safety lever. The 24-inch tapered steel barrel features its original hooded front ramp sight and folding rear leaf sight. The rifle is stocked in a rich, hand-checkered American walnut sporting stock with a Pistol Grip, Monte Carlo comb, dark pistol grip cap, and original checkered steel buttplate. Completing this period-correct sporting outfit is a vintage Weaver K4 4x fixed-power scope with clear optics mounted securely on a solid Redfield one-piece scope base. Preserved in wonderful original condition throughout, this 1951 Pre-64 Model 70 .30-06 is a centerpiece collectible for any serious Winchester collector or big-game hunter.
This fine, highly collectible vintage rifle, serial number 181656, is an authentic Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Standard Grade manufactured in New Haven, Connecticut, in 1950. Chambered in .30-06 Springfield, this rifle features a 24-inch barrel, factory blued finish, hand-checkered walnut stock with steel buttplate, factory iron sights, mounted Weaver K4 vintage scope, and Redfield optic base. Preserved in excellent original condition with rich blued steel, sharp wood checkering, smooth bolt travel with claw extraction, crisp trigger pull, clear scope reticle, and a bright .30-06 caliber bore with sharp, clean rifling. Offering verified 1951 Pre-64 manufacture, classic Controlled Round Feed engineering, and timeless American sporting heritage, this Winchester Model 70 represents a premier investment-grade rifle acquisition.
Contents:
Model: Model 70 Standard Grade (Pre-1964 Production)
Serial: 181656
Date of Manufacture: 1950 (Pre-64)
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield (.30-06 SPRG.)
Finish: Factory Blued Steel Finish
Barrel Length: 24" Tapered Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: Hooded Ramp Front Sight, Folding Rear Sight Notch, & Mounted Vintage Weaver K4 Fixed Power Scope on a Redfield One-Piece Base
Stock/Grips: Factory American Walnut Pistol Grip Stock w/ Hand Checkering, Monte Carlo Comb, Checkered Steel Buttplate, & Sling Swivel Studs
Action: Bolt-Action w/ Classic Pre-64 Controlled Round Feed (CRF) Mauser-Style Claw Extractor, 3-Position Wing Safety, & Hinged Floorplate
Markings: Receiver ring left side stamped serial "181656". Receiver rail left side stamped "WINCHESTER -TRADE MARK-". Barrel left side stamped "MADE IN U.S.A. WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN, CONN.", "WINCHESTER -TRADE MARK-", & "MODEL 70 - 30-06 SPRG.-". Proof marks stamped on chamber hood and receiver. Scope body stamped "WEAVER K4 EL PASO TEX USA PAT.". Redfield base stamped "REDFIELD PAT. NO. 1,837,290".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Widely hailed as "The Rifleman's Rifle," the pre-1964 Winchester Model 70 remains the gold standard of classic American bolt-action rifle design. Manufactured in 1950, this exceptional Pre-64 Model 70 Standard Grade is chambered in the quintessential .30-06 Springfield caliber. It features the highly coveted Pre-64 action incorporating a true non-rotating Mauser-style claw extractor for positive Controlled Round Feed (CRF), a smooth coned breech, a mechanical blade ejector, and the famous three-position wing safety lever. The 24-inch tapered steel barrel features its original hooded front ramp sight and folding rear leaf sight. The rifle is stocked in a rich, hand-checkered American walnut sporting stock with a Pistol Grip, Monte Carlo comb, dark pistol grip cap, and original checkered steel buttplate. Completing this period-correct sporting outfit is a vintage Weaver K4 4x fixed-power scope with clear optics mounted securely on a solid Redfield one-piece scope base. Preserved in wonderful original condition throughout, this 1951 Pre-64 Model 70 .30-06 is a centerpiece collectible for any serious Winchester collector or big-game hunter.
This fine, highly collectible vintage rifle, serial number 181656, is an authentic Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Standard Grade manufactured in New Haven, Connecticut, in 1950. Chambered in .30-06 Springfield, this rifle features a 24-inch barrel, factory blued finish, hand-checkered walnut stock with steel buttplate, factory iron sights, mounted Weaver K4 vintage scope, and Redfield optic base. Preserved in excellent original condition with rich blued steel, sharp wood checkering, smooth bolt travel with claw extraction, crisp trigger pull, clear scope reticle, and a bright .30-06 caliber bore with sharp, clean rifling. Offering verified 1951 Pre-64 manufacture, classic Controlled Round Feed engineering, and timeless American sporting heritage, this Winchester Model 70 represents a premier investment-grade rifle acquisition.
Contents:
This example will ship w/ its mounted vintage Weaver K4 fixed-power scope, Redfield one-piece optic mounting base, & installed front sight hood as shown.
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.
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
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Payment Details
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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
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1204416908 |
BidPrice: |
207 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-09-27 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
805 |
