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Title: Early 70s Model 70 270
Post by: Nibenza on March 19, 2021, 09:31:12 PM

I have the above rifle I've had most of my life. It has great sentimental value. During a move long ago the bolt was lost in the process. I would like to get it up and running again but from what I've seen so far on the interweb finding a replacement bolt isn't going to be easy. Should I take it to a gunsmith and see if they can find one or just keep searching the interweb? If I find one are they just interchangeable or would it need professional  fitted? Am I going to be able to find one reasonable or is it just a lost cause? Any advice would really be appreciated.

Title: Re: Early 70s Model 70 270
Post by: JimmyHoffa on March 19, 2021, 10:10:59 PM

Sometimes I see them pop up on Ebay.  Should be able to use a similar bolt in the action, but have to either check spacing or have a gunsmith do it.  If it does need work, the smith might have to take the barrel off or just ream a little.  Since it is post 64, I think a lot of the parted out actions will have the bolt stay with the receiver; but they do pop up solo at times.

Title: Re: Early 70s Model 70 270
Post by: Nibenza on March 19, 2021, 11:04:27 PM

Thanks for the tip Jimmy, I'll keep an eye out.

Title: Re: Early 70s Model 70 270
Post by: BULLBLASTER on March 20, 2021, 06:52:04 AM

Midwest gunworks carries a lot of model 70 parts, but for the entire bolt you may be best off to find a cheap rifle and buy it for the bolt. There are a few different versions of model 70s over the years that may or may not be compatible.

Title: Re: Early 70s Model 70 270
Post by: mazama on March 20, 2021, 10:13:10 AM

A Sears model 53 bolt may fit your gun,my gun I bought in 1964-65 was made by Winchester,I believe.

Title: Re: Early 70s Model 70 270
Post by: Nibenza on March 20, 2021, 08:16:32 PM

Thanks Bull and Mazama, I appreciate the tips

Title: Re: Early 70s Model 70 270
Post by: BULLBLASTER on March 20, 2021, 08:20:38 PM

I had been looking for a bolt for a late 90s black shadow to switch from magnum to standard bolt face but just couldnt stomach the $300+ it would cost for a bolt body. Ended up keeping the mag bolt and building with it.

Keep an eye at pawn shops.

Title: Re: Early 70s Model 70 270
Post by: Nibenza on March 20, 2021, 08:25:14 PM

Pawn shops, hadn't thought about that. Thanks

Title: Re: Early 70s Model 70 270
Post by: JimmyHoffa on March 22, 2021, 05:11:37 PM

Possible match.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Winchester-70-Post-64-Bolt-Assembly/193982692218?hash=item2d2a44fb7a:g:KIUAAOSwliBgU3FI

Title: Re: Early 70s Model 70 270
Post by: Nibenza on March 23, 2021, 12:57:49 PM

Can I get an opinion on this. Looks pretty rough, not sure if this is usable or can be brought back to usable condition.

Title: Re: Early 70s Model 70 270
Post by: Nibenza on March 23, 2021, 12:59:06 PM

Thanks Jimmy. Hey I thought you were dead.

Title: Re: Early 70s Model 70 270
Post by: BULLBLASTER on March 23, 2021, 01:45:12 PM

I wouldnt be too concerned withe the cosmetics of that bolt. It can always be refinished. You cant see the insides however. Model 70 bolts are pretty simple in operation and nothing about that one stands out to me as a concern based on the pics.

It would need to be fit to the rifle action and headspace checked however.

Title: Re: Early 70s Model 70 270
Post by: Nibenza on March 23, 2021, 01:59:35 PM

Thanks for the input Bull

Title: Re: Early 70s Model 70 270
Post by: Nibenza on March 30, 2021, 08:49:14 AM

Thanks for everyone's input, I was able to pick it up.

Title: Re: Early 70s Model 70 270
Post by: BULLBLASTER on March 30, 2021, 11:53:08 AM

Quote from: Nibenza on March 30, 2021, 08:49:14 AM

Thanks for everyone's input, I was able to pick it up.

:tup:
Keep us updated once you receive it.

Title: Re: Early 70s Model 70 270
Post by: huntnphool on March 30, 2021, 12:02:27 PM

Quote from: Nibenza on March 23, 2021, 12:57:49 PM

Can I get an opinion on this. Looks pretty rough, not sure if this is usable or can be brought back to usable condition.

https://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,236292.msg3173843.html#msg3173843

Title: Re: Early 70s Model 70 270
Post by: Nibenza on April 01, 2021, 09:24:22 AM

I got it. It looks just like the picture and appears in working order. Going to get it cleaned up and get it to a gunsmith to make sure it fits proper.

Title: Re: Early 70s Model 70 270
Post by: BULLBLASTER on April 01, 2021, 09:31:15 AM

Cool. Does it fit in the gun?

The fitting parts would be timing the safety and trigger piece and checking headspace.

Title: Re: Early 70s Model 70 270
Post by: Nibenza on April 02, 2021, 03:01:54 PM

Won't know till I get the gun out of Alaska next month. I'll update when I do.