Winchester 70 Custom Matte Stainless Shilen Barrel 26″ .358 STA Bolt Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1261
LSB#: 210513EP21
Make: Winchester
Model: 70 Super Grade
Serial Number: G16735
Year of Manufacture: 1969-Present (https://www.winchesterguns.com/content/dam/winchester-repeating-arms/support/faq/serial-number-reference/Winchester-Manufacture-Dates-by-Year-2012-Scanned-Documents.pdf)
Caliber: .358 STA
Action Type: Bolt Action, Internal Magazine Fed Rifle. A custom Shilen barrel is included.
Markings: The left of the barrel is marked “358 STA” near the receiver. The right of the chamber ring is marked “G16735”. The left of the receiver is marked “WINCHESTER / -TRADE MARK-“. The floorplate is marked “-SUPER GRADE-“.
Barrel Length: 26″
Sights / Optics: There are no provisions for iron sights. Equipped to the top of the receiver via a two-piece rail and two rings is a Leupold scope with 3.5-10x magnification and a duplex reticle. The scope shows some scattered fine marks and the lenses are clear. The scope rates in about Fine-Excellent condition.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a one-piece checkered walnut with a capped pistol grip, straight comb with cheek piece, sling stud front and rear, and solid black rubber Kick-Eez buttpad. The stock shows little to no wear. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13 1/4″ and 11 7/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the wood and pad, respectively. The pad has only light wear and is soft. The stock rates in about Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue & Custom Matte Stainless Steel
Finish Originality: Original.
Bore Condition: A Shilen barrel is installed. The bore is bright, and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. There are some faint marks on the bottom metal. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Knurling on the bolt handle and serrations on the safety are sharp. This rifle is in about Fine-Excellent overall condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly and smoothly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is the previously mentioned scope.
Our Assessment: Winchester’s Model 70 has long been known as “The Rifleman’s Rifle”, and for good reason. This eye-catching example is a Super Grade with a Shilen barrel chambered for 358 STA that has been custom matte finished. With roughly 98% finish remaining, this rifle is in about Fine-Excellent condition. This rifle is perfect for whatever big game you’re after and would also make a great addition to a Winchester collection. Please see our photos and good luck!