Winchester Model 70 XTR .270 Win Bolt-Action Rifle, 21.75 in Barrel, Blued, Walnut Monte Carlo Stock (1981)
This 1981 Winchester Model 70 XTR in .270 Win stands out for its New Haven manufacture, post-1964 push-feed configuration, and excellent overall condition. It features a 21.75-inch steel barrel with a recessed crown, factory open-sight provisions, a jeweled bolt body, and the Model 70's three-position wing safety. The high-gloss walnut Monte Carlo stock with point-pattern checkering and white-line spacers underscores the XTR series finish and fit.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Specific Condition Notes: Wear is minimal, with only light handling evidence present. The rifle is in fantastic shape overall.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
What’s Included
- Basketweave-tooled leather rifle sling with quick-detach swivels (installed)
Built at Winchester's New Haven, Connecticut facility, this XTR-series Model 70 uses the post-1964 push-feed system and includes a jeweled bolt body for smooth cycling. The three-position wing safety provides the familiar Model 70 control layout.
The 21.75-inch steel barrel wears a recessed crown and factory open-sight provisions: a hooded ramped front-sight base and an adjustable folding rear sight. The receiver is drilled and tapped for optics; factory plug screws are fitted and no scope mounts are installed.
The walnut stock showcases the XTR's high-gloss finish, Monte Carlo comb, and point-pattern checkering. Details include a black forend tip, white-line spacers, an inletted oval initial plate, and sling swivel studs. The checkered buttplate bears the Winchester Repeating Arms logo. Length of pull measures 13.5 inches.
Feeding is via an internal box magazine with a 3-round capacity and a hinged floorplate. The rifle is finished in blued steel throughout and is chambered in .270 Winchester.