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Consecutively Serial Numbered "Big 5"
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Collector’s Set of Five Matching Serialized Limited Edition Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifles with Boxes -A) Winchester “Big 5” Model 70 Safari Classic Rifle in .375 H&H Magnum - Serial no. G0009BF1, 375 H& H cal., 24 inch round bbl., blue finish, walnut stock. Offered here is a matched set of Winchester’s “Big 5” series of rifles commemorating some of the most prolific cartridges in the history of African hunting. Each one features a special floorplate with the common prey of each cartridge. All five of the rifles feature a matched serial number with each of the set being numbered 1 through 5. Manufactured in 2004. Features floral scroll engraving on the floorplate and trigger guard, with a gold inlaid lion on the floorplate, gold inlaid geometric border on the scene and bottom metal with “SAFARI/ CLASSIC” in gold. The bottom of the floorplate features a gold inlaid African continent and “Big 5”. The rifle also features a knurled bolt handle, engraved crossbolts, and jeweled bolt. Mounted in a checkered nicely figured, pistol grip stock with black rubber recoil pad. Includes certificate of authenticity listing the features of the rifle, and original box. CONDITION: Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks and crisp stock checkering. Mechanically needs work as the bolt throw is seized up and cannot be pushed down into battery. Box is fine. B) Winchester “Big 5” Model 70 Safari Classic Rifle in .458 Win Magnum - Serial no. G0009BF2, 458 Win Mag cal., 24 inch round bbl., blue finish, walnut stock. Manufactured in 2004. Features floral scroll engraving on the floorplate and triggerguard, with a gold inlaid elephant on the floorplate, gold inlaid geometric border on the scene and bottom metal with “SAFARI/CLASSIC” in gold. The bottom of the floorplate features a gold inlaid African continent and “Big 5”. The rifle also features a knurled bolt handle, engraved crossbolts, and jeweled bolt. Mounted in a checkered, nicely figured, pistol grip stock with black rubber recoil pad. Includes certificate of authenticity listing the features of the rifle and original box. CONDITION: Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks and crisp stock checkering. Mechanically needs work as the bolt throw is seized up and can not be pushed down into battery. Box is fine. C) Winchester “Big 5” Model 70 Safari Classic Rifle in .338 Win Magnum - Serial no. G0009BF3, 338 Win magnum cal., 24 inch round bbl., blue finish, walnut stock. Manufactured in 2004. Features floral scroll engraving on the floorplate and triggerguard, with a gold inlaid leopard on the floorplate, gold inlaid geometric border on the scene and bottom metal with “SAFARI/CLASSIC” in gold. The bottom of the floorplate features a gold inlaid African continent and “Big 5”. The rifle also features a knurled bolt handle, engraved crossbolts, and jeweled bolt. Mounted in a checkered, nicely figured, pistol grip stock with black rubber recoil pad. Includes certificate of authenticity listing the features of the rifle and original box. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 97% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks and a couple of light patches of oxidation. Stock is excellent with limited handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good. D) Winchester “Big 5” Model 70 Safari Classic Rifle in .470 Capstick - Serial no. G0009BF4, 470 Capstick cal., 24 inch round bbl., blue finish. Manufactured in 2004. Features floral scroll engraving on the floorplate and triggerguard, with a gold inlaid
rhinoceros on the floorplate, gold inlaid geometric border on the scene and bottom metal with “SAFARI/CLASSIC” in gold. The bottom of the floorplate features a gold inlaid African continent and “Big 5”. The rifle also features a knurled bolt handle, engraved crossbolts, and jeweled bolt. Mounted in a checkered, nicely figured, pistol grip stock with black rubber recoil pad. Includes certificate of authenticity listing the features of the rifle and original box. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 97% original blue finish with some oxidation at the muzzle and on the bolt handle. Stock is excellent with limited handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. Box is fine.
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