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For further reading see Whitaker, “The Model 70 Winchester 1937-1964.” The rifle offered here is an example of one of these special order rifles manufactured in the desirable .22 Hornet. Among the many special order features on this rifle the most noticeable is the factory engraving and gold inlay work. The breech end of the barrel is engraved in a simple
floral pattern and is intertwined by a gold inlaid band and large opened scrolls. A simple but elegant floral scroll is engraved on the bolt. The receiver is beautifully engraved with tight intricate scrolls flanked by a leaf and line border. The floor plate and trigger guard also exhibit the same intricate scroll and border pattern, more elaborate on the floor plate. A gold inlaid oval sits at the center of the trigger guard possibly for initials or a presentation. At the center of the floor plate is a handsome wooded game scene with a masterfully engraved and gold inlaid fox jumping
after a pheasant. Winchester proofs are stamped on the left side of the breech end of the barrel through the gold band and on the left side of the
receiver. The proof through the band indicates that the barrel and receiver were properly struck after the custom shop had finished their extensive work. Other special order features include hooded ramp front sight with folding adjustable rear sight. The barrel is marked with the standard “Super Grade” barrel address followed by “22 Hornet” caliber designation. Jeweled bolt and follower. The rifle is finished with a special select, deluxe American walnut stock with hand checkering and B-carving. The stock is fitted with an ebony forend, checkered steel buttplate and sling swivel bases. CONDITION: Excellent with 99% plus original finish. The stock is equally excellent and compliments the craftsmanship on the rest of the rifle exhibiting a wonderful and mature feathering. Mechanically excellent. Overall it is a like new example of a special order Winchester Model 70 worthy of the most advanced sporting arms or Winchester collection. Estimate: 50,000 - 70,000
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