I swapped into this pre-64 Model 70 Westerner a while back. The serial number (4699XX) indicates it was made in 1960 if I am not mistaken. The rifle's got some honest wear on it, but is still appealing and a pretty good shooter.

What I'd like to know is how/why this rifle has provision for a rear sight (I have the rear sight stashed away, and intend to finish the filler insert later) but none for a front sight. The fellow I got it from had no idea why.

The roll marks on the barrel appear to be genuine Winchester. I'm thinking it may have been sent back to New Haven for rebarreling at some point, but the original owner didn't want the front sight...but then why in hell was the rear sight installed? It doesn't make sense to me.

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Don't be the darkness.

America will perish while those who should be standing guard are satisfying their lusts.