Winchester 70 Featherweight Ultra Grade 1 of 1,000 .270 Bolt Rifle, ATF C&R

SOLD FOR: $3600

LSB#: 210519WW01

Make: Winchester

Model: 70 Featherweight Ultra Grade, 1 of 1,000

Serial Number: UG 653

Year of Manufacture: 1982-1983, ATF C&R

Caliber: .270 Winchester

Action Type: Bolt Action Rifle with Internal Hinged Floorplate Magazine

Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “-WINCHESTER MODEL 70 FEATHERWEIGHT ULTRA GRADE – 270 WIN.- / -MADE IN NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S.A. WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL-“, the top-rear has an ovalled “WP” proof. The left of the receiver has “WINCHESTER / -TRADE MARK-” in gold. The right of the chamber ring is marked “UG 653” in gold, found again stamped on the bottom of the bolt body. The receiver, floorplate and guard have extensive foliate scroll engraving with gold motif. There is a gold band at the muzzle and a ram’s head on the floorplate. The engraving is signed “Bottega C Giovanelli” at the left-rear of the bridge.

Barrel Length: 22″

Sights / Optics: The top of the receiver is drilled, tapped and filled to accept optic mounts (none included). There is no provision for iron sights.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is one-piece checkered and carved deluxe walnut with a schnabel forend tip, capped pistol grip, straight comb, sling studs front and rear, and a solid orange rubber Winchester buttpad. There are a few light nicks in the belly behind the grip and on the edges of the forend tip (likely from the mounts inside the display case). Otherwise, there are only light handling marks. The checkering is mostly sharp. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13 5/8″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The pad shows minor wear from age. Overall, the stock is in about Fine-Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Blue with Gold accents.

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. There is a ding in the top-left of the muzzle, outside the crown. Otherwise, there is no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in about Fine condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. There is a safety mounted on the rear of the bolt. Pulled to the rear, the safety is ON, locking both the bolt and the trigger. If pulled back half-way, it blocks only the trigger. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes in a hinged-lid, red velvet-lined interior wood display case with an assortment of factory paperwork including manual. The exterior has a brass plate engraved “WINCHESTER / MODEL 70 ULTRA GRADE / 1 of 1,000 / Glen D. Holder”. The case has some scattered light scratches and storage wear on the exterior. The interior is dusty, but should clean up well. Overall, the case is in about Fine condition.

Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 70 is an iconic American sporting rifle which has been a staple of hunters for more than 80 years. This example is a limited production Ultra Grade Featherweight. The rifle features gorgeous engraving by Bottega Giovanelli, deluxe checkered walnut and comes with a nice display case. The rifle appears to have spent more time in its case than out, in Fine condition with the only visible wear in the stock appearing to be from the mounts inside the case and a ding on the muzzle which is outside the crown. If the collectors miss out on this opportunity, it is also chambered for .270 Winchester, a versatile hunting cartridge, and will make for a hunting rifle that will turn a few heads in the field. Please see our photos and good luck!

Winchester 70 Featherweight Ultra Grade 1 of 1,000 .270 Bolt Rifle, ATF C&R
Winchester 70 Featherweight Ultra Grade 1 of 1,000 .270 Bolt Rifle, ATF C&R