MaineGuide35
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- Mar 19, 2011
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When my father was a submariner in the Navy he wished and saved to buy a Winchester mdl 70 30-06, and when he was discharged he did! A Winchester Pre 64 MDL 70 30-06, Unfortunately this beautiful gun wasn't cared for in the right way. He got busy with work, family and life in general, and the gun was left in a hard case in a damp basement for years. I now have possession of this once great rifle, and it's condition is sub par to say the least!!! It brakes my heart to look at it now in the condition it's in. The outer barrel has considerable pitting from rust, as well as the outer frame of the action. From what I can tell, and thank god the bore and bolt assembly of the barrel and rifle looks great!! The rust hasn't gone deep just on the surface. Also the safety is frozen, which I understand is common on Win. Pre 64's. What can I do to bring this rifle back to its hay day. Can I fix the safety by disassembly and cleaning, and the outer barrel I'm open for suggestions, sanding, grinding, than rebluing HELP...... I have provided some pictures and any info or help would be very much appreciated. Thanks -MG35