Winchester Model 70 XTR Featherweight – .30‑06 – Bausch & Lomb Scope + Case (PAL Required)

Winchester Model 70 XTR Featherweight – .30‑06 – Bausch & Lomb Scope + Case (PAL Required)

Selling a Winchester Model 70 XTR Featherweight chambered in .30‑06, in excellent condition. This rifle is from 1986, placing it in the highly regarded New Haven, Connecticut production era — a period known for refined machining, excellent woodwork, and some of the best post‑64 Model 70 quality.

This rifle has beautiful walnut with scroll‑pattern checkering, clean bluing, and a smooth, tight action. It has been well cared for and properly stored.

Included:

• Bausch & Lomb variable‑power hunting scope – bright, clear American glass, durable steel tube
• Leather shoulder sling
• Brand‑new trigger lock
• Brand‑new hard case with foam interior
• Breakaway scope clips installed — ideal for close bear encounters; allows you to roll the scope and use iron sights

1986 Winchester Production — Why It Matters

1980s Winchester rifles (especially Featherweights) are respected for their refined post‑64 improvements and consistent quality. By 1986, Winchester had significantly improved the Model 70 platform compared to early post‑64 rifles.

1. Improved machining & tighter QC

By the mid‑80s, Winchester had:

• More consistent barrel steel
• Better action tolerances
• Smoother bolt fit and lock‑up
• More uniform chambering and headspacing

These improvements resulted in rifles that shoot better and feel smoother than early post‑64 production.

2. Featherweight design perfected

The 1980s Featherweight models are known for:

• Excellent balance
• Slim, classic hunting profile
• Lightweight carry without sacrificing accuracy

Hunters often prefer this era because it feels like a traditional North American hunting rifle — not bulky or overbuilt.

3. XTR finish at its peak

The XTR line was Winchester’s premium finish package.
This rifle features:

• Deep, rich bluing
• Crisp, sharp checkering
• Durable clearcoat on the walnut stock

These finishes hold up extremely well and are sought after by collectors.

Condition Details

• No rust or pitting
• Bore is bright and clean
• Factory trigger with a crisp break
• One‑owner rifle, always stored in a case
• Featherweight model — lighter, better balanced, and more desirable

Summary

This is a classic, accurate, and reliable hunting rifle — ideal for deer, elk, and general big‑game use.
Featherweights from the 1980s are highly respected for their craftsmanship, balance, and shootability.

PAL required.
Located in Winnipeg.
Local meet‑up preferred; shipping available at buyer’s cost.
No trades