Pre War Model 70's

[Polinese]

When the Win Model 70 was introduced in the late 30's was the Target and or Varmint version available?

 

[Buzzcook]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winchester_Model_70

 

[Polinese]

I've read that entry before, and read it again now. Am I missing the part where it talks about the target and or varmint configuration?

 

[Polinese]

No one knows if the heavy barreled versions were available pre war?

 

[James K]

A limited check indicates that three target rifles were available on or shortly after introduction of the Model 70. They were the National Match Target, in .30-'06 with a 24 inch barrel; the "Bull Gun" in that caliber plus .300 H&H with a 28" extra heavy barrel; and the standard target, with a 24" medium weight barrel, which was available in any standard caliber. All had target stocks.

The only Model 70 called a "Varmint Rifle" was introduced in 1955 in .243 Winchester only; it had a target weight (not an extra heavy) barrel.

Jim

 

[Polinese]

Ah thanks so much. Can you tell me where you found that info?

 

[Pathfinder45]

Well, while we are on the subject, what I would like to know, is which model 70's came with stripper-clip slots milled into the receivers?

 

[T. O'Heir]

According to the Winchester Collectors site there are no factory records for the M70. However, it appears the 'Target' and NM were post war. 1949-63.
http://www.guns.com/2014/04/02/winchester-model-70-bolt-action-rifles-original-rifleman/
No mention of integral stripper clip guides anywhere.

 

[Pathfinder45]

Well, I could swear I've seen stripper-clip slots on a lot of old model 70 and model 54 Winchesters.