Winchester Model 70 Pre-64 Transition Type II Standard Grade .270 Win. Bolt-Action Rifle | 24-Inch Barrel | 1947 Production | Mounted 2.5× Scope
This 1947 Winchester Model 70 Transition Type II Standard Grade embodies the sought-after pre-64 build quality, featuring forged Winchester “Proof Steel,” controlled-round-feed action, and a 24-inch sporter barrel chambered in the classic .270 Winchester. A period-correct 2.5× scope sits on Redfield steel mounts, giving the rifle an authentic mid-century hunting setup. Collectors will appreciate the clover-leaf tang, polished blue finish, and hand-checkered walnut stock that define this transitional Model 70.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair – shows extensive prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – clean and well-maintained with minor wear and well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Metal surfaces display scattered scratches, blemishes, and areas of surface rust with finish loss. The mounted scope also shows rust spots and thinning blue.
What’s Included
- 2.5× 7/8-inch-tube scope (installed)
- Redfield one-piece base and split rings (installed)
The serial number (72 *** range) confirms 1947 production, placing this rifle firmly within the desirable Transition era when Winchester shifted from pre-war to post-war machining techniques while retaining hand-fitted quality.
A Mauser-type controlled-round-feed extractor, three-lug locking bolt, and three-position wing safety give the action its enduring reputation for reliability and smooth cycling.
The 24-inch sporter barrel wears a ramped bead front sight; the rear sight has been removed to clear the low-mounted scope, a common period upgrade for hunters seeking a cleaner sight picture.
The straight-comb walnut stock retains its original hand-cut checkering and oil finish, contributing to the rifle’s classic lines and balanced feel.
Chambered in .270 Winchester with a 1:10 right-hand twist, this Model 70 offers the flat trajectory and proven performance that helped cement the cartridge’s popularity in North American big-game hunting.