Winchester Model 70 G7039CN .300 H&H Magnum 26″ Bolt Action Rifle 1958 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,326.00
LSB#: LSB250608WJ031
Make: Winchester
Model: 70 (Winchester catalogue number G7039CN)
Serial Number: 438253
Year of Manufacture: 1958 C&R
Caliber: .300 H&H Magnum
Action Type: Bolt action with a hinged floorplate magazine
Barrel Length: 26”
Sights / Optics: The rifle has a hooded front sight on a serrated ramp. The rear sight is a flip up adjustable elevation u-notch. There are four taps on the receiver for mounting your optic of choice.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The wood stock has a textured semi pistol grip and forend along with a raised comb. It also has a squishy synthetic Decelerator recoil pad. The LOP measures about 13.5” from the front of the trigger to the back of the recoil pad. There is some light to wear on the stock with some scattered dings and scratches. The checkering is still sharp and defined. The recoil pad shows minimal wear. The stock rates in about Very Good to Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
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 original metal finish. There are minimal marks of any kind from handling and storage. The screw heads are sharp, and the markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about 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 requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 70, often called the “Rifleman’s Rifle”, is one of the most iconic American bolt-action rifles of the 20th century. This example, chambered in the powerful .300 H&H Magnum, was manufactured in 1958, during the golden pre-64 era of Winchester production. About 37,186 Winchester Model 70s are chambered for the .300 H&H cartridge. The .300 H&H was once the dominant long-range magnum cartridge, used extensively for big game hunting in North America and Africa, as well as for competitive shooting before the rise of the .300 Win. Mag.
This rifle features a 26” barrel, original finish, excellent 9.5/10 bore, and solid walnut stock with classic Winchester checkering. At over 65 years old, it remains in Excellent condition with almost all finish intact and strong mechanics. For collectors, pre-64 Model 70 rifles in magnum chamberings like the .300 H&H are highly sought after. For hunters, it still represents a capable and elegant big-game rifle. Be sure to check our detailed pictures for a better understanding of the firearm. -C.R.
