I finally got a Pre-64 Model 70.

[Adam Helmer]

As luck would have it, I was asked to appraise a few arms for a widow who "wanted to get the guns out of the house." My appraisal was well received and she asked me for a check.

Since June 1 was payday from a grateful Gummint, I had the cash on deposit and now have a Winchester Model 70 in caliber "30-06 Govt." The serial number is 23xxx and it has a mint bore and very good exterior.

If the rain stops tomorrow, I will test fire the rifle.

Adam