*SOLD* 1961 Winchester 70 Standard .30-06 Blue 24" *SOUGHT AFTER PRE-64 MODEL*

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:

The Winchester Model 54, produced from 1925 until 1937, holds a significant place in the history of bolt-action sporting rifles as Winchester's first successful entry into the category. A sporterized version of the Mauser design, the Model 54 was an important step forward but lacked some of the refinements that many bolt-action hunters were seeking. When the Winchester Model 70 debuted in 1937, it set a new standard, offering a more robust action, better checkering, improved safety features, and a significantly enhanced trigger mechanism. The Model 70's design quickly made it the most widely recognized bolt-action rifle in the world, earning the nickname "The Rifleman's Rifle" due to its unparalleled reliability and performance in the field. The term “Pre-64” is significant because, in 1964, Winchester redesigned the Model 70 to cut manufacturing costs, replacing many machined parts with stamped components and switching to a push-feed system, changes that were widely seen as a downgrade. As a result, the Pre-64 models are highly regarded for their high quality, excellent craftsmanship, and outstanding reliability, making them highly sought-after by both Winchester and firearm enthusiasts.

Specifications:

Manufacturer: Winchester 
Model: 70 Standard Grade 
Serial: 532214
Date of Manufacture: 1961
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield 
Finish: Blue 
Barrel Length: 24"
Optics/Sights: Hooded Blade Front with Fold Adjustable Leaf Rear 
Stock/Grips: Walnut Stock with Monte Carlo Comb and Checkered Grips 
Action: Bolt-Action 
Markings: Standard