Winchester Model 70 Featherweight .243 Win. 22” Bolt Action Rifle w/ Ziess

SOLD FOR: $1,301.99

WOA#: WY240626CB020

Make: Winchester

Model: 70 Featherweight,

Serial Number: 35CZY04553

Year of Manufacture: Modern

Caliber: .243 Winchester

Action Type: Bolt Action Rifle with Internal Hinged Floorplate Magazine

Barrel Length: 22”

Sights / Optics: There are no provisions for iron sights.  The barrel is original and has not been modified which means this rifle never came with iron sights attached. The top of the receiver is mounted with two Conetrol Scope Rings. Atop the rifle is mounted a Zeiss Scope; the scope is marked “Carl Ziess /3.5-10×44 Assembled in USA/ +0-”

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is one-piece checkered walnut with semi-pistol grip, fluted straight  comb, rubber buttpad and sling rings front and rear. The stock has some little marks on the finish. The checkering is well defined with lightly worn peaks. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13 7/8″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the Pachmeyer buttpad. The pad is still supple. The stock rates in about Fine overall condition.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no fouling. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 10/10.

Overall Condition:  This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows light-mild operation wear. There is some finish where the extractor rubs the receiver.  There is finish loss on the end of the safety. Light oxidation on the charging handle. The screw heads range from sharp to tool marked with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in very fine to excellent 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 standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Brown leather sling and its factory box.

Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 70 is an iconic American sporting rifle that has been a staple of hunters for more than 80 years; reliable, robust, and accurate, it is one of the benchmarks by which all bolt action rifles are measured. It has more than earned its nickname of “The Rifleman’s Rifle”, a true icon.

This is a lovely Winchester Model 70 Featherweight. The rifle is chambered in .243 Winchester, making it ideal for hunting most game up to deer. In addition to the shorter barrel, it has an alloy trigger guard/floorplate assembly and rubber buttpad for weight savings. The rifle is in about Very fine condition with minor wear and honest aging typical of a deer rifle that has seen some time in the field. The bore is nice and the mechanics are strong. Don’t miss out on this vintage classic. So bid high and bid firm. I highly encourage you to take a look at the condition in our high quality photos. Good luck on your bid. -K.F.

Winchester Model 70 Featherweight .243 Win. 22” Bolt Action Rifle w/ Ziess
Winchester Model 70 Featherweight .243 Win. 22” Bolt Action Rifle w/ Ziess