Winchester Model 70 Palma Match .308 Win Bolt Action Rifle & Box 1975 C&R
SOLD FOR: $2,202.00
LSB#: LSB251109DL001
Make: Winchester
Model: Model 70 Palma Match
Serial Number: G1194538
Year of Manufacture: 1975 C&R
Caliber: .308 Winchester
Action Type: Bolt Action with Internal Hinged Floorplate Magazine
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “Winchester Model 70-308 Win-”, “-Made in New Haven Conn, USA, Winchester Proof Steel”. The right side of the receiver is marked “G1194538”. The left side of the receiver is marked “WINCHESTER / -TRADE MARK-”. The right side of the barrel is marked “Palma Match 1876-1976”
Barrel Length: 26”
Sights/Optics: There are Redfield bases for competition sights but no sights.
Stock Configuration and Condition: The stock is one piece smooth walnut in Palma configuration, bedded, pistol grip, straight comb with Winchester rubber recoil pad. The LOP measures 13 1/4” from the front of the trigger to the rear of the buttplate. There are scratches, compression dents and handling wear. Overall, the stock rates in Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. There is minor fouling. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish. There are minor scuffs and handling marks. The screw slots are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. There is a safety mounted on the bolt. Pushed forwards, the safety is OFF. If pulled 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, and Accessories: Complete with the original Winchester interior cardboard box, as well as the original Winchester exterior cardboard shipping box, the latter of which is marked with the original “CAMP PERRY” shipping destination. This rifle is one of 120 identical rifles made only for the 1976 Palma Match at Camp Perry.
Our Assessment: This Winchester Model 70 Palma Match rifle represents a focused expression of American target rifle development during the 1970s, produced to commemorate the centennial of international Palma competition. Built during the New Haven era and marked “Palma Match 1876–1976,” this rifle reflects Winchester’s intent to showcase the Model 70 platform as a serious long-range competition tool rather than a sporting arm. The heavy 26 inch barrel, Palma markings, and competition sight bases place it squarely within the lineage of precision rifles developed for disciplined, iron-sight long-range shooting, drawing on the Model 70’s longstanding reputation for strength, consistency, and controlled-round feed reliability from Winchester Repeating Arms.
Chambered in .308 Winchester, the rifle aligns with the cartridge’s dominance in postwar match shooting, prized for its predictable ballistics, manageable recoil, and accuracy potential at extended distances. The bore remains bright with sharp rifling and no erosion, rating 9 out of 10, which is consistent with a rifle that has seen measured use rather than sustained competition wear. Retaining approximately 95 percent of its original blued finish, the metal surfaces show only minor scuffs and handling marks, with sharp screw slots and clear markings reinforcing the impression of careful ownership and preservation.
The one-piece walnut Palma stock is properly bedded and configured with a pistol grip, straight comb, and factory Winchester rubber recoil pad, emphasizing positional stability and recoil control during prone or sling-supported shooting. While the stock shows scattered scratches, compression dents, and handling wear consistent with a match rifle that has been used as intended, it remains solid and visually appealing, rating Very Good overall. Mechanically, the action functions correctly with the Model 70’s three-position bolt safety operating as designed, reinforcing the rifle’s reputation for thoughtful engineering and competition-grade execution during this period of Winchester production. Please see our photos and good luck on your bids! MF/MA
