Winchester Model 70 Lightweight 7mm Mauser 22″ Bolt Action Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1,025.00
LSB#: LSB260617NO026
Make: Winchester; manufactured by U.S. Repeating Arms Company under license from Olin Corporation.
Model: 70 Lightweight
Serial Number: G2057745
Year of Manufacture: Circa 1993 / Modern
Caliber/Gauge: 7mm Mauser (7x57mm)
Action Type: Push-feed bolt action, fed by an internal box magazine with a hinged floorplate.
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “WINCHESTER MODEL 70 CAL. 7 MM MAUSER” and “MADE IN NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S.A. WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL”. The right side of the barrel is script-marked “Lightweight”. The receiver is marked “WINCHESTER / TRADE MARK” and “G2057745”.
Barrel Length: 22″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a hooded blade on a ramp fixed to the barrel. The rear sight is an elevation-adjustable folding notch leaf fixed to the barrel. The receiver is drilled, tapped, and plugged for scope mounts.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is one-piece checkered walnut with a pistol grip, fluted straight comb, Winchester recoil pad with black spacer, and sling swivel studs. The stock has scattered light handling marks and small compressions. There are a couple nicks in the forend. There are no visible chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13 3/8″ from the front of the trigger to the rear of the recoil pad. Overall, the stock rates in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no erosion. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its original finish. The balance shows only negligible operational and handling wear, with a few scattered fine marks. The screw heads are sharp, and the markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Includes a serial-matching Winchester factory box and attached Winchester hang tags.
Our Assessment: Introduced in 1936, the Winchester Model 70 became one of America’s defining sporting bolt-action rifles. This New Haven-made Lightweight represents the U.S. Repeating Arms Company era, pairing the post-1964 push-feed action with a lighter hunting configuration and the enduring 7mm Mauser cartridge.
This example is distinguished by its exceptionally well-preserved original finish, excellent walnut stock, and bright 10/10 bore. Its serial-matching factory box and attached Winchester hang tags strengthen the rifle’s period presentation and help document its original Lightweight configuration. Please see our photos for a better understanding of the condition and good luck with your bids! – L.S.