Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this beautiful bolt-action rifle for a penny-start auction…this is the Winchester Model 70 Magnum!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 70 Magnum
Serial: 743955
Date of Manufacture: 1965
Caliber: .338 Winchester Magnum
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 24"
Optics/Sights: Hooded Blade Front with Adjustable Rear / Prominar 4x Scope
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Monte Carlo Stock
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 70 Magnum chambered in .338 Winchester Magnum is a classic example of American rifle craftsmanship, blending power, precision, and elegance in a time-tested design. This particular rifle features a 24-inch blued barrel paired with a hooded blade front sight and an adjustable rear sight for accurate iron-sight shooting, while a Prominar 4x scope offers enhanced long-range targeting capability. Its bolt-action mechanism is renowned for its smooth cycling and rugged reliability—characteristics inherited from the rifle’s design roots in the Mauser 98-style action. The .338 Winchester Magnum chambering makes it exceptionally well-suited for big game hunting, offering the velocity and energy necessary for ethically taking large game at extended ranges.
Model: 70 Magnum
Serial: 743955
Date of Manufacture: 1965
Caliber: .338 Winchester Magnum
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 24"
Optics/Sights: Hooded Blade Front with Adjustable Rear / Prominar 4x Scope
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Monte Carlo Stock
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 70 Magnum chambered in .338 Winchester Magnum is a classic example of American rifle craftsmanship, blending power, precision, and elegance in a time-tested design. This particular rifle features a 24-inch blued barrel paired with a hooded blade front sight and an adjustable rear sight for accurate iron-sight shooting, while a Prominar 4x scope offers enhanced long-range targeting capability. Its bolt-action mechanism is renowned for its smooth cycling and rugged reliability—characteristics inherited from the rifle’s design roots in the Mauser 98-style action. The .338 Winchester Magnum chambering makes it exceptionally well-suited for big game hunting, offering the velocity and energy necessary for ethically taking large game at extended ranges.
Aesthetically and ergonomically, the rifle is equipped with a checkered walnut Monte Carlo stock that not only enhances its traditional appearance but also improves shooter comfort and sight alignment, particularly when using optics. The stock’s raised comb facilitates a proper cheek weld, which is crucial when taking precise shots with a scope. The Winchester Model 70 has long been known as "The Rifleman's Rifle," and this Magnum variant upholds that legacy with a powerful yet manageable cartridge and build quality designed for demanding field use. Standard factory markings confirm its authenticity and heritage, adding to its value for both collectors and serious hunters. As a product of Winchester’s New Haven facility—where Model 70s were built from 1936 until production ceased in 2006—this rifle reflects an era of manufacturing excellence and remains a highly respected tool in the realm of American sporting arms.
Contents:
Contents:
As you can see in the many high-resolution photos above this example is in Excellent condition, showing little to no signs of consumer use that we can see!
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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