Winchester Model 70 Super Grade .30-06 24″ Bolt Action Rifle C&R MFD 1939
SOLD FOR: $2,225.00
LSB#: WY250320TF038
Make: Winchester
Model: Model 70 Super Grade
Serial Number: 22776
Year of Manufacture: 1939 (C&R)
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Action Type: Bolt Action, Internal Magazine
Markings: The right side of the receiver is marked with the serial number “22776.” The left side of the barrel is marked “WINCHESTER — MODEL 70 — .30 GOV’T’06.” The right side of the barrel is marked “MADE IN NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S. OF AMERICA — WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL.” The Winchester “WP” proof is present on the barrel and receiver.
Barrel Length: 24”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed to a checkered ramp. The rear sight has been removed and the barrel dovetail filled. The left side of the receiver is fitted with a fully adjustable aperture sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a checkered walnut Super Grade stock with a capped semi-pistol grip, straight comb, checkered steel buttplate, and a capped forend. Sling swivels are mounted, holding a leather sling. There are some scattered minor nicks and small handling marks present throughout. The checkering remains crisp. The LOP measures 13.5” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in about Very Good overall condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: Internal magazine, standard capacity.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright, the rifling is mostly sharp. There is light visible erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 7/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 90% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows mild thinning and finish loss along the edges and contact points, with a few faint spots of surface oxidation near the muzzle and along the floorplate. There is some light freckling throughout. The screw heads are sharp. The pins are clean. The markings are sharp. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a leather sling attached to the factory swivels.
Our Assessment: This Winchester Model 70 Super Grade, manufactured in 1939, represents the pinnacle of American bolt-action rifle production during the golden era of pre-WWII craftsmanship. Often referred to as “The Rifleman’s Rifle,” the early Super Grade examples were meticulously hand-fitted and built to exacting standards that continue to be revered by collectors and shooters alike.
Chambered in .30-06 Springfield, this rifle was designed to meet the needs of big-game hunters, military marksmen, and precision shooters. The graceful walnut stock with fine checkering, capped pistol grip, and checkered steel buttplate reflect the premium-grade finish expected of Super Grade models. The fully adjustable aperture sight adds a touch of period-appropriate practical accuracy for target or field use.
With 90% original blued finish remaining and a bright, sharp bore, this pre-war Winchester is a highly desirable piece for collectors of fine American sporting arms. The early serial number and elegant lines enhance its appeal as a classic investment-grade rifle with undeniable historic and functional value. Please see our High Quality photos and good luck on your bids.-C.M.
