Winchester Model 70 Super Grade .411 KDF Mag 22″ Bolt Action Rifle & Scope

SOLD FOR: $1,725.00

LSB#: LSB251012JH044

Make: Winchester

Model: 70 Super Grade

Serial Number: G1456283A

Year of Manufacture: 1980 

Caliber: .411 KDF Mag

Action Type: Bolt Action, Internal Magazine, Hinged Floorplate

Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “.411 KDF Mag”. The left side of the receiver is marked “WINCHESTER / – Trademark. -“. The right side of the receiver is marked with the serial number.  

Barrel Length: 22″ plus brake

Sights / Optics: This rifle is fitted with a Williams ramp front and adjustable rear. The top of the receiver is mounted with a Leupold Vari-X III 1.5-5X scope in Leupold mounts. Overall, the scope rates in Excellent condition. 

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a one-piece checkered walnut stock, with a capped semi-pistol grip, fluted straight comb with cheekpiece, red rubber buttpad, a black tipped forend, and sling rings front and rear. There is a leather sling attached to the stock. The LOP measures 13 1/2″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The stock has some dings and scratches throughout with the most notable on the right side of the stock.  There is a dent in the checkering on the right side of the forend,  There is a repaired crack on the right side just in front of the bolt handle.  The stock fits tightly to the barreled action, with no play.  Overall, the stock rates in Good condition. 

Type of Finish: Blued

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore, but there is some fouling present. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 8/10. 

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its original metal finish. The barrel has some spots of minor wear. There is some minor corrosion on the barrel near the end of the forend. The bluing is deep and dark throughout. The jeweling on the bolt is lightly worn. The markings are clear and legible. The screw heads are sharp. Overall, this rifle rates in Very Good condition. 

Mechanics: The action functions correctly, as does the safety. We did not fire this rifle, but we did perform a mechanic’s check. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with the sling and scope as mentioned above.  This rifle comes with dies, about 40 rds of brass, 3 boxes of bullets, and 3 boxes of loaded ammo.  Loaded ammo must ship separately. 

Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 70 Super Grade has long been regarded as one of America’s premier sporting bolt-action rifles, combining reliability with refined fit and finish. By 1980, the Super Grade designation still signified upgraded wood, classic styling, and a level of craftsmanship that appealed to serious sportsmen. Built on the proven Model 70 action with a hinged floorplate and internal magazine, rifles of this era continued Winchester’s legacy as a benchmark for precision and durability in the field.

Chambered in the powerful and uncommon .411 KDF Magnum, this rifle reflects the period interest in hard-hitting magnum cartridges developed for large and dangerous game. The .411 KDF was designed to deliver substantial bullet weight and deep penetration, and it pairs naturally with the strong Model 70 action. The 22-inch barrel, fitted with a muzzle brake, balances authority with manageability, while the iron sights and Leupold Vari-X III 1.5–5X scope provide a versatile sighting system well suited to both close and intermediate-range use.

This example retains approximately 95 percent of its original blued finish, with only minor wear visible on the barrel and light corrosion near the end of the forend. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and some fouling present, rating 8 out of 10 in this writer’s opinion. The Super Grade walnut stock shows honest use, including scattered dings and scratches, a dent in the right-side forend checkering, and a professionally repaired crack forward of the bolt handle, with the stock fitting tightly to the action. The bolt shows light wear to the jeweling, markings remain crisp, and screw heads are sharp. Accompanied by its Leupold scope, leather sling, and approximately forty rounds of brass, this Model 70 Super Grade represents a distinctive and capable example of Winchester’s classic big-game bolt-action rifle lineage. Please see our high resolution photos and good luck on your bid!  MF