Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this iconic bolt-action sporting rifle for a penny-start auction, this is the Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Standard Grade 24" .243 Win (mfg 1962) w/ Scope.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Winchester Repeating Arms
Model: Model 70 (Pre-64)
Serial: 578179
Date of Manufacture: 1962 (Pre-64 Production)
Caliber: .243 Winchester (.243 Win)
Finish: Factory Blued Carbon Steel Barrel & Matte Receiver w/ Engine-Turned Jeweled Bolt Body
Barrel Length: 24" Round Winchester Proof Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: Hooded Front Sight Ramp, Folding Rear Sight, Top Receiver Mounted w/ Redfield One-Piece Base & Vintage Rifle Scope
Stock/Grips: Checkered American Walnut Pistol-Grip Stock w/ Monte Carlo Cheekpiece & Factory Vented Rubber Recoil Pad
Action: Controlled-Round Feed (CRF) Bolt-Action Rifle w/ Mauser-Style Claw Extractor & 3-Position Safety and Canjar Trigger
Markings: Barrel left side stamped "MADE IN NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S. OF AMERICA - WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL - WINCHESTER TRADE MARK - MODEL-70 - 243 WIN.". Receiver left side stamped "WINCHESTER - TRADE MARK -". Receiver ring left side stamped serial "578179". Scope base stamped w/ Redfield logo.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Universally crowned as "The Rifleman's Rifle," the pre-1964 Winchester Model 70 stands as the quintessential American bolt-action hunting firearm. Produced in New Haven, Connecticut, prior to the manufacturing redesigns of 1964, the pre-64 Model 70 features a forged steel receiver, hand-fitted components, the legendary Mauser-style non-rotating claw extractor for absolute controlled-round feeding (CRF), and a smooth three-position wing safety. Manufactured in 1962 near the very conclusion of this golden era, this Standard Grade example is chambered in the flat-shooting, highly versatile .243 Winchester cartridge. Outfitted with a 24-inch proof steel barrel, factory hooded front ramp sight, checkered American walnut Monte Carlo stock, jeweled bolt body, and a vintage rifle scope mounted on a solid Redfield base, pre-64 Model 70 rifles in desirable calibers remain premier blue-chip collectibles.
This fine, highly preserved collector example, serial number 578179, is an authentic Winchester Pre-64 Model 70 manufactured in New Haven, Connecticut in 1962. Chambered in .243 Winchester, this rifle features a 24-inch barrel, original blued steel finish, controlled-round feed bolt with claw extractor, checkered walnut stock with Monte Carlo cheek piece, and a mounted vintage rifle scope. Preserved in clean, highly maintained condition throughout with uniform blued barrel coverage, rich original wood grain, smooth bolt cycle, crisp single-stage trigger, clear optic glass, and a mirror-bright bore with sharp rifling. Offering true pre-64 manufacturing prestige and iconic American sporting heritage, this Winchester Model 70 represents an outstanding addition to any firearm collection.
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.
Model: Model 70 (Pre-64)
Serial: 578179
Date of Manufacture: 1962 (Pre-64 Production)
Caliber: .243 Winchester (.243 Win)
Finish: Factory Blued Carbon Steel Barrel & Matte Receiver w/ Engine-Turned Jeweled Bolt Body
Barrel Length: 24" Round Winchester Proof Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: Hooded Front Sight Ramp, Folding Rear Sight, Top Receiver Mounted w/ Redfield One-Piece Base & Vintage Rifle Scope
Stock/Grips: Checkered American Walnut Pistol-Grip Stock w/ Monte Carlo Cheekpiece & Factory Vented Rubber Recoil Pad
Action: Controlled-Round Feed (CRF) Bolt-Action Rifle w/ Mauser-Style Claw Extractor & 3-Position Safety and Canjar Trigger
Markings: Barrel left side stamped "MADE IN NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S. OF AMERICA - WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL - WINCHESTER TRADE MARK - MODEL-70 - 243 WIN.". Receiver left side stamped "WINCHESTER - TRADE MARK -". Receiver ring left side stamped serial "578179". Scope base stamped w/ Redfield logo.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Universally crowned as "The Rifleman's Rifle," the pre-1964 Winchester Model 70 stands as the quintessential American bolt-action hunting firearm. Produced in New Haven, Connecticut, prior to the manufacturing redesigns of 1964, the pre-64 Model 70 features a forged steel receiver, hand-fitted components, the legendary Mauser-style non-rotating claw extractor for absolute controlled-round feeding (CRF), and a smooth three-position wing safety. Manufactured in 1962 near the very conclusion of this golden era, this Standard Grade example is chambered in the flat-shooting, highly versatile .243 Winchester cartridge. Outfitted with a 24-inch proof steel barrel, factory hooded front ramp sight, checkered American walnut Monte Carlo stock, jeweled bolt body, and a vintage rifle scope mounted on a solid Redfield base, pre-64 Model 70 rifles in desirable calibers remain premier blue-chip collectibles.
This fine, highly preserved collector example, serial number 578179, is an authentic Winchester Pre-64 Model 70 manufactured in New Haven, Connecticut in 1962. Chambered in .243 Winchester, this rifle features a 24-inch barrel, original blued steel finish, controlled-round feed bolt with claw extractor, checkered walnut stock with Monte Carlo cheek piece, and a mounted vintage rifle scope. Preserved in clean, highly maintained condition throughout with uniform blued barrel coverage, rich original wood grain, smooth bolt cycle, crisp single-stage trigger, clear optic glass, and a mirror-bright bore with sharp rifling. Offering true pre-64 manufacturing prestige and iconic American sporting heritage, this Winchester Model 70 represents an outstanding addition to any firearm collection.
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/1201908283 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-09-20 22:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
355 |
