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winchester 70 national match

DokeyDokey Member Posts: 936 ✭✭✭
edited March 2013 in Ask the Experts
win70match1.jpgHow rare is a Winchester 70 National Match made in 1952, and what would the possible value be in 98% all original condition?
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  • DokeyDokey Member Posts: 936 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I have a pre 64 Winchester 70 National Match that seems to be all original with one possible exception, the bolt body is jeweled and the bolt is polished, not blued. My question is could it have come from the factory ?
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  • CapnMidnightCapnMidnight Member Posts: 8,038 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    They are rare, but we can't tell you anything without pictures.
    There are guidelines at the top of the page for posting pictures.
    W.D.
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  • HerschelHerschel Member Posts: 2,035 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    The following price information is provided only so you can have a comparison of your rifle's value with other pre-64 Model 70's. Prices are for rifles in 98% original condition with the assumption that you have accurately graded the rifle. Prices are from the 2009 Blue Book. We are all aware that prices may have changed in the last four years.

    Standard Grade .243 cal. $1,650.00
    Standard Grade .270 cal. $1,325.00
    Featherweight .243 cal. $1,400.00
    Featherweight .270 cal. $1,550.00
    Bull Gun, .300 H & H $3,750.00
    Alaskan, .338 Win Mag $3,000.00

    National Match $3,000.00

    Attn: Sharpshooters and nitpickers, please read my disclaimer
    at the top of the post before challenging the usefulness of this information.

    Additional Info Added 3-14-13. According to The Rifleman's Rifle by Rule, there were 1,971 National Match Models made and all were in .30-'06 caliber. It the third scarcest of 14 models produced in the pre-'64 Model 70. Most scarce does not necessarily mean most valuable.
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  • CapnMidnightCapnMidnight Member Posts: 8,038 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Herschel,
    The 33rd edition of The Blue Book, soon to be replaced by the 34th still rates a 98% National Match at $3000.
    W.D.
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  • HerschelHerschel Member Posts: 2,035 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    CapnMidnight, Thanks for the update on the price. Like many others, I don't put a lot of confidence in the prices but find the relative prices and photos to illustrate % of finish useful. The Blue Book is a little expensive for what use I get from it so don't think I have to own the latest edition.
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  • CapnMidnightCapnMidnight Member Posts: 8,038 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    You sir, are very welcome. I buy a new one befor they they are even out, pre-order. Seems like I can't do a gun show without the latest edition laying on my table.
    W.D.
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  • pwilliepwillie Member Posts: 20,253 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Sirs: Is the National Match the same as the "Government" model?
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  • DokeyDokey Member Posts: 936 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I don't believe so. The National Match has a special 24" sporter weight barrel tapped for Lyman target blocks, and has a front sight ramp that dosen't have the slots for the sight hood , and only came in 30-06 caliber. There were only 1972 ever built
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  • HerschelHerschel Member Posts: 2,035 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I believe The Rifleman's Rifle by Roger C. Rule is generally considered the best reference on Model 70 Winchesters. I can't find one called "Government Model" listed in the book.
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  • pwilliepwillie Member Posts: 20,253 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    quote:Originally posted by Herschel
    I believe The Rifleman's Rifle by Roger C. Rule is generally considered the best reference on Model 70 Winchesters. I can't find one called "Government Model" listed in the book.
    Its stamped on the reciever U.S. Govt.and they were 30-06
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  • MG1890MG1890 Member Posts: 4,460 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Great rifle! Kinda needs a Super Targetspot, doesn't it?? Looks like original leather, too? A+ on the wood.
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  • HerschelHerschel Member Posts: 2,035 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    pwillie, Does the stamp indicate it was US Govt Property or U S Govt Model. While on a USAR rifle team I fired a Model 70 300 H & H in a 1,000 yard match. I don't recall how it was marked but it was just a civilian rifle that was bought by the govt. In the 1950's and 1960's there were many Model 70 Winchesters used by military teams but I don't think any of them were a "Govt Model".
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