Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 25” G7037CN .375 H&H Magnum 1953 C&R
SOLD FOR: $3,552.00
LSB#: LSB250512SG023
Make: Winchester
Model: 70 Standard Rifle, Catalog No. G7037CN
Serial Number: 278713
Year of Manufacture: 1953
Caliber: .375 Holland & Holland Magnum
Action Type: Bolt Action Rifle with Internal Hinged Floorplate Magazine
Barrel Length: 25”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a hooded beaded blade dovetailed to a textured ramped base fixed to the front of the barrel. The rear sight is a Lyman 6-W dual flip u notch sight dovetailed to the barrel. The left-rear of the receiver is drilled, tapped and filled for a receiver sight (none present). The top of the receiver is drilled, tapped and filled.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is one-piece checkered walnut with pistol grip, fluted monte carlo comb, Winchester rubber buttpad, and sling swivels front and rear. The stocks have minor handling wear. There are some light nicks, scuffs and minor scratches. The checkering is crisp with some mild handling wear on the peaks. There are no chips or cracks. There are a series of minor scrapes on the bottom of the pistol grip. The LOP measures 13 5/8″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. Overall, the stock is in about Fine condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original, the bolt is serial-matching.
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.5/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish is strong and complete throughout.The action shows minor operational wear. There is minor thinning on the leading edges and on the muzzle. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. There is a safety mounted on the rear of the bolt. Pushed to the front, the safety is OFF. Rotated back all the way, it locks 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: None.
Our Assessment: This 1953 Winchester Model 70 Standard Rifle chambered in .375 H&H Magnum is an outstanding example of one of the most revered big-game bolt-action rifles ever produced. Built during the golden era of Winchester craftsmanship, this Pre-64 rifle features the controlled-round-feed action and Mauser-style claw extractor that earned the Model 70 its title as “The Rifleman’s Rifle.” The .375 Holland & Holland Magnum cartridge has long been regarded as the gold standard for dangerous game hunting worldwide, offering devastating performance on large game while maintaining manageable recoil and exceptional reliability.
This particular rifle is in Excellent condition, retaining about 99% of its original finish with a mirror-bright bore and sharp rifling. The stock, with its classic Monte Carlo comb and crisp factory checkering, shows only light handling marks and no structural flaws. The Lyman 6-W dual-leaf rear sight is a classic touch, well-suited for traditional safari use, and the rifle is also factory-drilled and tapped for optics or a receiver sight. The matching serial-numbered bolt confirms the rifle’s originality, adding collector appeal to its already impressive utility. Whether you’re a collector of Pre-64 Model 70s, a hunter planning a once-in-a-lifetime safari, or simply a fan of legendary American bolt rifles, this .375 H&H Model 70 is a premium, historically significant, and fully capable choice. Please see our photos and good luck on your bid! – L.S.
