Winchester Model 70 Pre-64 Standard Rifle .300 H&H Magnum, 26 in Barrel, 1952, Blued/Walnut
This 1952 Winchester Model 70 Pre-64 Standard Rifle is chambered in .300 H&H Magnum and built on the magnum-length, controlled-round-feed action. It features a 26-inch Winchester Proof Steel barrel with a crowned muzzle, open sights, and a blued steel receiver drilled and tapped for scope bases. The rifle presents in excellent overall condition with sharp rifling and clear Winchester oval WP proof marks on both the barrel and receiver.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are minimal handling marks consistent with light prior use. The bore is bright and clean. Please refer to the photos for a detailed view.
What’s Included
- Winchester Model 70 Pre-64 Standard Rifle chambered in .300 H&H Magnum
The magnum-length Model 70 action feeds and extracts with a non-rotating claw extractor and a fixed blade ejector, supporting reliable operation with the .300 H&H Magnum cartridge. It uses an internal box magazine with a 3+1 capacity and a hinged floorplate. The three-position wing safety provides safe handling and quick operation.
The 26-inch barrel is marked "Winchester Proof Steel" and is crowned. Sighting is via a ramped front with a dovetailed blade and a barrel-mounted adjustable rear sight (elevator-style), offering a clear, traditional sight picture.
The steel receiver wears a blued finish and is drilled and tapped for scope bases. Winchester oval WP proof marks are present on the barrel and receiver, confirming factory proofing. The overall finish is consistent and clean throughout.
The walnut stock has a straight comb, factory sling swivel studs, and a steel checkered buttplate. Length of pull measures 13.5 inches, giving a comfortable fit while maintaining classic Model 70 handling.