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question about my mod 70
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Wed Jun 08, 2016 5:07 pmby spring-shooter
I have a question few yall about my mod. 70. the serial # is G1361712, I called Winchester they said it was manufactured in 1978. they had no other info. the rifle is a heavy barrel 30/06 it has what appears to be a possible proof mark in the center of the barrel at the receiver. barrel is 26 " long. not much other info, any ideas of thoughts would be appreciated.
Re: question about my mod 70
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Thu Jun 09, 2016 9:58 amby SHOOTER13
Pictures of all the inscriptions would help...
Re: question about my mod 70
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Thu Jun 09, 2016 9:59 amby SHOOTER13
As far as the serial number lookup....try here:
http://www.proofhouse.com/win/index.html
Re: question about my mod 70
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Fri Jun 10, 2016 12:33 amby spring-shooter
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sorry here is a pic of the only inscription I can find
Re: question about my mod 70
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Sun Jun 12, 2016 7:51 pmby Varmint
In 1978 Serial #'s started at 1350001.
In 1979 Serial #'s started at 1410001.
This is the model 70 TARGET which was available in 308 Winchester and 30-06 Springfield.
It was also available in "Ultra match" and "Army match" Models.
They used to rule the 1,000 yard Wimbleton Cup matches.
Re: question about my mod 70
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Sun Jun 12, 2016 9:57 pmby spring-shooter
thanks for the info and the background knowledge !!!