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The Model 70 Winchester 1937–1964 – A highly collectible and authoritative first edition reference on the legendary pre-1964 Winchester Model 70 rifle, covering production history, configurations, factory special orders, calibres, specifications, and collecting insights.
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The Model 70 Winchester 1937–1964 by Dean H. Whitaker is regarded as one of the classic reference works dedicated to the legendary pre-1964 Winchester Model 70 rifle, often called “The Rifleman’s Rifle.” Published in 1978 as a first edition, this detailed hardcover study explores the evolution, production history, configurations, calibres, specifications, factory options, and collector variations of one of the most celebrated American sporting rifles ever produced.
Whitaker’s work is highly respected among Winchester collectors, firearms historians, gunsmiths, hunters, and enthusiasts of classic sporting arms. The Model 70 Winchester includes extensive production statistics, configuration changes, dimensions and specifications, discussions on factory special-order rifles, cartridge information, collecting advice, and photographic portrait sections illustrating notable examples. The detailed analytical approach and specialist focus make it an important addition to any firearms reference library.
The volume is particularly desirable because The Model 70 Winchester concentrates specifically on the highly collectible 1937–1964 production era of the Model 70, widely considered the pinnacle of Winchester bolt-action rifle manufacture before later design changes altered the rifle significantly. Books on Winchester firearms continue to attract strong collector interest internationally, especially early specialist reference titles such as this.
An excellent acquisition for collectors of firearm literature, Winchester memorabilia, sporting history, and vintage hunting references. The Model 70 Winchester’s specialist nature and enduring reputation ensure ongoing appeal within the collecting community.
Condition – Good
1978 first edition hardcover in leather-look finish with copper-coloured rifle illustration and copper-coloured text to front cover and spine. Covers with white spotting and areas of coating loss near the author name on the front board. Spine with a hole/chip removing the letters “H” and “E” from the word “THE.” Internally with light foxing and a light water mark to the lower edge of the text block. The structural integrity of the book remains sound and unaffected.
