I saw tonight at a show a Winchester Model 70 in 30-06 with a serial number said to be the very first day of production. It was accompanied by a three page written letter by a man said to be a well-known expert whom I believe was from the State of Texas. The letter described the rifle in great detail. The metal and stock were said to be in unusually excellent condition of the rifle of this age. There were Lyman sights. The rifle was said to be original except for a rubber recoil pad added at a later date, and the letter stated that the pad did not affect the collectability of the rifle. I was offered the rifle for $1,800. I don't have a pre-64 model 70 and have been looking for a collectable one. However, the recoil pad bothers me, I would think it would affect its value and collectability. I would appreciate the forums comments.
Thanks,
John
Thanks,
John