Gun Collectors Dream Auction #88 December 5th & 6th
Lot 1002:
Description
This Winchester Model 70 SA (Short Action) is a bolt action rifle chambered in .22-250 Remington, specifically configured in the “Coyote” varmint style with a 20.75-inch stainless steel heavy barrel. The rifle features a blued receiver and is mounted in a gray and brown laminated wood stock equipped with a checkered pistol grip and a Pachmayr Decelerator black rubber recoil pad. A significant feature of this lot is the inclusion of an early Nightforce 12-42×56 high-magnification precision optic, which is marked 12-42X56 NIGHTFORCE on the turret housing and MADE IN JAPAN Z03755 on the eyepiece; the scope utilizes a fine crosshair reticle with a central aiming dot. The left side of the barrel is verbatim marked —WINCHESTER® MODEL 70 SA 22-250 REM.— MADE IN NEW HAVEN, CT U.S.A.— while the right side is marked —COYOTE—. An oval PW proof mark is located on the top of the barrel near the receiver. The receiver is marked on the left with WINCHESTER® TRADEMARKS LICENSED FROM OLIN CORP. and bears the serial number G3042928 on the right side. The rifle is fitted with a black synthetic padded sling. Note – All firearms require a federal 4473 background check.
Condition report:
The stainless steel barrel shows significant and widespread surface rust spotting along its entire length. The blued receiver retains much of its finish, though there is visible wear and light oxidation present on the bolt handle and the trigger guard. The laminated wood stock is in good structural condition with minor scuffs, impressions, and light scratches consistent with field use. The Nightforce optic shows some external finish wear and light scratches on the body; however, the glass appears clear and the reticle is intact. The bore has not been internally inspected, and the mechanical function has not been verified.
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