Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this well-known and desirable bolt-action rifle today for a penny start auction; this is the Pre-64 Winchester Model 70!
This particular firearm is an exquisite custom-built rifle, masterfully crafted by the skilled hands of Roger Biesen, a renowned gunsmith. The rifle is built on a pre-war Winchester Model 70 action, which dates back to the year 1938, making it a rare and valuable piece of history. The rifle boasts a 24-inch barrel, expertly designed to provide both accuracy and power, while the walnut stock gives it a classic, elegant look. Additionally, the rifle features a target trigger, which provides an exceptional level of precision and control, making it a top choice for even the most discerning of marksmen.
This particular firearm is an exquisite custom-built rifle, masterfully crafted by the skilled hands of Roger Biesen, a renowned gunsmith. The rifle is built on a pre-war Winchester Model 70 action, which dates back to the year 1938, making it a rare and valuable piece of history. The rifle boasts a 24-inch barrel, expertly designed to provide both accuracy and power, while the walnut stock gives it a classic, elegant look. Additionally, the rifle features a target trigger, which provides an exceptional level of precision and control, making it a top choice for even the most discerning of marksmen.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 70
Serial: 15232
Date of Manufacture: 1938
Caliber: .300 Win. Mag.
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 24"
Optics/Sights: Hooded Blade Front with Fixed V-Notched Rear; Drilled and Tapped Receiver
Stock/Grips: Highly Figured Walnut Pistol Grip Stock with Checkering and Ebony Forend Tip
Action: Bolt
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 54 rifles were the first successful bolt action sporting rifles manufactured by Winchester and were available from 1925 up until the Model 70’s began appearing on dealers’ racks in 1937. The model 54 was really a form of sporterized Mauser and lacked refinements being sought by the bolt action-minded sportsmen. The Model 70 offered stronger action, more checkering, improved safety, and a much-improved trigger. The Winchester Model 70 rifle, of course, needs little introduction, being the most widely known bolt action sporting rifle in the world. Since the Winchester Model 70 appeared in the late 1930s, it has been the standard by which all other bolt action rifles are judged. Seldom will you find an article written on another make and model bolt action rifle without reference to the Winchester Model 70.
The Winchester Pre ‘64 Model 70 is known colloquially as “The Rifleman’s Rifle.” Anyone who has ever had the pleasure of hunting with one of these rifles knows that they deserve their nickname. They were produced in 18 cataloged calibers as follows: .22 Hornet, .220 Swift, .243 Winchester, .250-3000 Savage, .257 Roberts, .264 Winchester Magnum, .270 Winchester, 7X57MM, .300 Savage, .308 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield, .300 H&H Magnum, .300 Winchester Magnum, 338 Winchester Magnum, .35 Remington, .358 Winchester, .375 H&H Magnum, and .458 Winchester Magnum. Collectors prefer the Model 70’s manufactured prior to World War II with their fine finish and hand-fitted parts even though they did not provide for conventional scope mounting. Bolt design changes and drilling and tapping of the rear receiver bridge were performed on the rifles when production resumed following World War II. Some collectors prefer those early post-war rifles because they retain pre-war quality but, at the same time, lend themselves to easy mounting of telescope sights.
Roger Biesen spent 15 years as a machinist before choosing to join his father full-time, creating custom guns. In the late 1970s, he took over the manufacturing of the grip caps and butt plates. Over the years, Al taught Roger all the aspects of creating the finest custom guns. One of the lessons that Al taught him was to "always produce the very best, and the work will speak for itself." Roger knew the importance of maintaining the standard of excellence that comes with the Biesen reputation. Now, the rifles that Roger Biesen produced are considered some of the best in the world. Roger passed away on October 22, 2020.
Contents:
This example will ship with the scope rings and bases pictured above!
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: 70
Serial: 15232
Date of Manufacture: 1938
Caliber: .300 Win. Mag.
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 24"
Optics/Sights: Hooded Blade Front with Fixed V-Notched Rear; Drilled and Tapped Receiver
Stock/Grips: Highly Figured Walnut Pistol Grip Stock with Checkering and Ebony Forend Tip
Action: Bolt
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 54 rifles were the first successful bolt action sporting rifles manufactured by Winchester and were available from 1925 up until the Model 70’s began appearing on dealers’ racks in 1937. The model 54 was really a form of sporterized Mauser and lacked refinements being sought by the bolt action-minded sportsmen. The Model 70 offered stronger action, more checkering, improved safety, and a much-improved trigger. The Winchester Model 70 rifle, of course, needs little introduction, being the most widely known bolt action sporting rifle in the world. Since the Winchester Model 70 appeared in the late 1930s, it has been the standard by which all other bolt action rifles are judged. Seldom will you find an article written on another make and model bolt action rifle without reference to the Winchester Model 70.
The Winchester Pre ‘64 Model 70 is known colloquially as “The Rifleman’s Rifle.” Anyone who has ever had the pleasure of hunting with one of these rifles knows that they deserve their nickname. They were produced in 18 cataloged calibers as follows: .22 Hornet, .220 Swift, .243 Winchester, .250-3000 Savage, .257 Roberts, .264 Winchester Magnum, .270 Winchester, 7X57MM, .300 Savage, .308 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield, .300 H&H Magnum, .300 Winchester Magnum, 338 Winchester Magnum, .35 Remington, .358 Winchester, .375 H&H Magnum, and .458 Winchester Magnum. Collectors prefer the Model 70’s manufactured prior to World War II with their fine finish and hand-fitted parts even though they did not provide for conventional scope mounting. Bolt design changes and drilling and tapping of the rear receiver bridge were performed on the rifles when production resumed following World War II. Some collectors prefer those early post-war rifles because they retain pre-war quality but, at the same time, lend themselves to easy mounting of telescope sights.
Roger Biesen spent 15 years as a machinist before choosing to join his father full-time, creating custom guns. In the late 1970s, he took over the manufacturing of the grip caps and butt plates. Over the years, Al taught Roger all the aspects of creating the finest custom guns. One of the lessons that Al taught him was to "always produce the very best, and the work will speak for itself." Roger knew the importance of maintaining the standard of excellence that comes with the Biesen reputation. Now, the rifles that Roger Biesen produced are considered some of the best in the world. Roger passed away on October 22, 2020.
Contents:
This example will ship with the scope rings and bases pictured above!
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
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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.
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