Winchester 70 Featherweight Ultra Grade 1 of 1,000 .270 Bolt Rifle, ATF C&R
SOLD FOR: $3025
LSB#: 230326JS023
Make: Winchester
Model: 70 Featherweight Ultra Grade, 1 of 1,000
Serial Number: UG 679
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 679” in gold. 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 and 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. Beyond light handling marks, the wood has scant marks including a few very minor nciks. The checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13 1/2″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The pad shows minor wear from age. Overall, the stock is in Fine-to-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. In this writer’r opinion, the bore rates a 9 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The barrel is possessed of a few very minor nicks running along the left side; these do not disrupt the metal. 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-to-Excellent 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, and Accessories: This rifle comes in a hinged-lid, red velvet-lined interior wood display case.
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 24K gold with 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-to-Excellent condition with the only visible wear in the stock being a few minor nicks. 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 of uncommon beauty. Please see our photos and good luck!
