Receiver bridge changed to smoothĬhanged to dogleg safety and bolt handle modified for safety clearance These refined groupings divide the pre-64 model 70 into ten sub-types GenerationĪ square, un-beveled magazine release buttonĬhanged from square magazine release button to beveledĪdded the safety retaining pin to the bolt sleeveĬhanged from carbonia charcoal blued receiver to bead blasted black oxide bluingĬlip loading slot eliminated 2. Within the three major groupings above, there is a much more refined breakdown of the model 70 which takes note of numerous minor style changes. While these three broad production periods can be a useful frame of reference to differentiate between major production eras, you will need additional information to fully understand your rifle. These rifles also have the dog-leg shaped safety lever still found on current model 70s. These rifles have a tapered oval receiver tang and a non-recessed rear bridge which is drilled and tapped for a scope. Some transition rifles have a unique paw-shaped safety lever.
Also present is a distinctive flag shaped safety lever and a stepped bolt handle shaft.Ī receiver with a mix of pre-war & post-war characteristics - often a cloverleaf tang, but always a non-recessed rear bridge. Production PeriodĪ receiver featuring a cloverleaf tang, a clip-loading slot, and a recessed and roll-marked rear bridge. In Winchester parlance, these three groupings of rifles are referred to as "Type I", "Type II" and "Type III" rifles. These groups are "pre-war" and "post-war", with a small number of rifles between these two groups referred to as "transition" rifles. Pre-64 model 70s are commonly classified into one of three production groupings, framed around WWII.
#WINCHESTER MANUFACTURE DATE BY SERIAL NUMBER HOW TO#
This Campfire article explains how to find your rifle's place in model 70 production history.Ī factory original and all correct Type I-1 rifle from 1936 Whether you are buying parts, or just trying to understand how your rifle fits into the model 70 family of rifles, it begins with knowing when it was made. Knowing the details of when your rifle was manufactured and what production generation your rifle is from is essential knowledge for every model 70 owner.
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