A whole lot of questions need answers before a value can be determined.

Is it of pre-war manufacture or post war? (Makes a big difference.)

Is it a "standard grade" or "super grade"?

Has the rifle been altered? (receiver bridge D&T, barrel D&T,pad on stock, stock inletted for receiver sight, etc.)

Does it have original sights?

Is metal finish original?

Is wood finish original?

An original M70 standard pre-war in 90%+ condition chambered for the .250Sav should bring about $3K. A post-war rifle would bring about $500 less. A "super grade" should bring about twice the value of "standard grade"

The M70 in .250Sav is "interesting" but from the standpoint of utility it pales into insignificance when compared to a M70 chambered in .257Roberts which is worth about half of what the .250Savage values out as.

A M70 barrel alone in .250Sav, if not screwed with and is in decent condition, should sell for at least $500 to someone who wants to "hump" up a "rare" M70.

If the rifle is original and in decent shape and it can be bought for $1500 or less it is a bargain. If the seller knows what he has then the price will probably be close to $3000.


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