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May 6, 2026
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Hello everyone, I’m hoping to tap into the expertise here. I recently inherited a firearm collection (13 guns total) and am in the process of researching. I’m not a collector myself, so any input is appreciated.
Two Winchesters in the collection are Pre-64 Winchester Model 70s in .30-06, and I’d love guidance on both:
• A Pre-64 Super Grade with factory “SUPER GRADE” stamped floorplate, original Lyman Alaskan 2.5x scope (#17021), Lyman 48 receiver sight base, fancy walnut stock, decorative leather sling, and original Winchester buttplate. Serial 61978, approximately 1946-47.
• A Pre-64 Standard Grade with original Lyman Alaskan 2.5x scope (#20038) on a Redfield JR mount. Plain stock and buttplate. Both guns are in excellent condition.
I contacted the Cody Firearms Museum and unfortunately their records don’t cover the serial range for the Super Grade, but the factory SUPER GRADE floorplate stamping appears to be its own authentication.
My questions:
1. What is the value range for both given current market conditions?
2. Would you recommend selling through a specialty dealer, auction house, or directly through a collector network like this one?
3. Is there anything about these two rifles I should be documenting or verifying before I list them?
Any guidance from folks who know these guns is genuinely appreciated. Thank you in advance.
May 14, 2025
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Hi Scubamom and welcome,
There will be others who can better help with value but they will need pics and serial #’s to do it any justice. You can easily visit websites like GunBroker.com and GunsInternational.com to see what your guns are currently selling for. This will help you to know a ballpark of their worth. The best way to get top dollar is by selling them yourself on those same sites. However, if that is more work than you desire I would recommend you sell them at a Bass Pro shop or a Cabela’s. For the most part, they don’t cheat folks. If you check out those websites I mentioned, you can help yourself to avoid being cheated by knowing their worth. We can also help out if you choose to upload pics and give us more data. We are sorry for your loss! Buck
May 26, 2017
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Once the model 70 guys see this they will most likely be able to help you, they may want you to send them more pictures to verify the guns too. Be patient they will come along and be very helpful….
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