Winchester Model 70 Standard Grade .30-06, 22" Barrel, 1969 Push-Feed Bolt Action with Walnut Monte Carlo Stock
Crafted in 1969, this Winchester Model 70 Standard Grade represents the early push-feed era that collectors track closely. Chambered in .30-06 and wearing its original 22-inch Winchester Proof Steel barrel, it combines classic American styling with practical upgrades, including a jeweled bolt body, aftermarket recoil pad, and pre-installed Weaver bases. The rifle remains in good shooting shape and offers a solid platform for period-correct or modern glass.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good – Shows some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Light scratches and small blemishes are visible on the blued surfaces and walnut stock. The bore is bright and shiny.
What’s Included
- Brown leather carrying sling (installed)
- Pair of Weaver-style scope bases (installed)
Early post-64 push-feed Model 70s, like this 1969 example, marked Winchester’s transition to new production methods while retaining hallmark features such as the three-position wing safety and hinged floorplate magazine. The G-block serial places it in the first years of the redesigned action, an era of interest for Winchester historians.
The factory walnut stock features a Monte Carlo comb and cheek-piece that align naturally with scoped shooting. Pressed checkering provides reliable grip, and a ventilated black rubber recoil pad with white spacer extends length of pull to 13.5 inches for added comfort.
An engine-turned bolt body not only reduces friction but also adds a touch of visual appeal typical of higher-grade Model 70s from this period. The internal box magazine holds four rounds of .30-06, and the sleek 22-inch barrel keeps overall weight manageable for field carry.
Collectors will note that many 1969-dated rifles were shipped in early 1970, making this piece a snapshot of Winchester production at the close of the 1960s. Its good overall condition, coupled with useful upgrades, positions it as both a shootable hunting rifle and a representative specimen for a Model 70 lineup.