I have owned several .257 Roberts M/70's over the years, from my experience I can tell you that rifles in the condition you describe (nice "shooter grade") are not easy to find. For the most part Roberts you'll find are either high condition or pretty well used. For a rifle nearing seventy years old like the one you describe that's pretty much just normal wear. The stock finish on pre'64 M/70's is not known for durability, many have had finish added if not refinished. If you're looking for one to shoot and hunt with I would not be concerned with the stock finish as long as I has not been oversanded or the checkering sanded or filled with finish. I would be a buyer if the price weren't more than $1,500.00.
Last edited by gunswizard; 09/14/16.
