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*SOLD* 1948 Winchester 70 "Bull Gun" .300 H&H Mag Blue 28" *SCARCE PRE-64 VARIANT*

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  • 1948 Winchester 70 "Bull Gun" .300 H&H Mag Blue 28" *SCARCE PRE-64 VARIANT*
  • 1948 Winchester 70 "Bull Gun" .300 H&H Mag Blue 28" *SCARCE PRE-64 VARIANT*
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Item Description

 
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this fairly uncommon bolt-action rifle known as “Winchesters most accurate Model 70 ever produced” for a penny-start auction; this is the Winchester Model 70 Bull Gun! 
 
 
SPECIFICATIONS:
 
Manufacturer: Winchester 
Model: 70 Bull Gun
Serial: 84216
Date of Manufacture: 1948 (According to https://www.winchesterguns.com/content/dam/winchester-repeating-arms/support/faq/serial-number-reference/winchester-firearm-manufacture-dates.pdf) 
Caliber: .300 H&H Magnum
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 28" Extra Heavy Profile Barrel with Installed Muzzle Brake 
Optics/Sights: No Sights, Drilled and Tapped Receiver with Installed WL 20 MOA Picatinny Rail and NightForce Varminter 5.5-22x56 Scope 
Stock/Grips: One-Piece Walnut Pistol Grip Stock with Straight Comb and Diamond Grip Checkering and Pachmayr Decelerator Pad
Action: Bolt-Action Rifle
Markings: Standard

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 70 Bull Gun is a specialized variant of the iconic Model 70 line, purpose-built for long-range precision shooting and heavy benchrest competition. Introduced in the mid-1950s, the Bull Gun was developed during a time when Winchester sought to expand the Model 70’s capabilities beyond hunting, catering instead to competitive shooters and target enthusiasts. The most distinctive feature of the Bull Gun is its massive, heavy-contour barrel—typically 28 inches long—designed to minimize barrel vibration, enhance heat dissipation, and deliver exceptional accuracy over extended strings of fire. These rifles were chambered in powerful, flat-shooting cartridges such as the .300 H&H Magnum or .30-06 Sprg., ideal for long-range performance. The action used was the pre-64 Model 70's legendary controlled-round feed (CRF) mechanism, prized for its smooth cycling and reliability.
 
The Bull Gun’s stock design is equally specialized, featuring a wide, flat-bottomed forend optimized for benchrest stability, often paired with a high comb and minimal drop at the heel to improve sight alignment and recoil management. These stocks were generally made from select walnut and included fine checkering and Winchester’s signature red recoil pad. Most Bull Guns lacked iron sights and came factory drilled and tapped for scope mounting, reinforcing their role as purpose-built precision instruments rather than field rifles. Production numbers for the Bull Gun were relatively low, and examples in original, unmodified condition are now highly collectible. Its legacy endures as one of Winchester’s most accurate and specialized factory rifles, a testament to the company's ability to cater to niche segments of the shooting community while maintaining its commitment to quality and performance.

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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Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order. 

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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

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