Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Alaskan G7035 .338 Magnum Bolt Rifle 1960 C&R
SOLD FOR: $2,437.00
LSB#: LSB250512SG034
Make: Winchester
Model: 70 Alaskan, Product No. G7035
Serial Number: 498444
Year of Manufacture: 1960
Caliber: .338 Winchester Magnum
Action Type: Control-Feed Bolt Action Rifle with Internal Hinged Floorplate Magazine
Barrel Length: 25”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed to a hooded, serrated ramped base fixed to the front of the barrel. The rear sight is a Lyman 16B folding “U”-notch sight with white triangle aiming reference, adjustable for elevation and drift adjustable for windage in its dovetail on a boss at the rear of the barrel. The left of the receiver at the rear is drilled, tapped and filled for a receiver-sight mount (none present). The top of the receiver is mounted with a 2 3/4x Redfield with Fine Crosshair Reticle. The sight picture is clear. The scope rates in Very Good condition.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is one-piece checkered walnut with pistol grip, fluted monte carlo comb, orange rubber Winchester buttpad and sling swivels mounted front and rear. There are some scattered light handling marks. The checkering is strong. The LOP measures 13 1/2” from the front of the trigger to the back of the pad. The pad has some minor wear and discoloration but is still fairly supple. The stock rates in about Very Good overall condition. There is a notable deep nick on the left side of the stock under the receiver sight provision.
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 98% of its metal finish. The bolt is serial matching. There is thinning on the leading edges. There is intermittent oxidation. There are some light marks. The action shows light operational wear. The screw heads are sharp to tool marked with serviceable slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in Fine condition. There is a small scrape in the left edge of the floorplate.
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 standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with its scope as mentioned above.
Our Assessment: This is a vintage pre-1964 Winchester Model 70 rifle chambered in .338 Winchester Magnum and made in 1960, just half a year after the “Alaskan” style was first offered. The original Alaskan style was chambered only in .338 Winchester Magnum with a 25? barrel. Considered to be one of the finest cartridges for brown bear, the cartridge is one of the most popular medium-bore cartridges in North America and should make for a great hunting rifle for anything you’d encounter on the continent. The rifle retains a pristine bore, strong mechanics, nearly all of its finish. This is a classic rifle in a great hunting cartridge that is ready to bag some game or add to your Winchester collection. Please see our photos and good luck on your bid! – L.S.
