Winchester can be reached directly at 80.
However you can call Winchester Firearms directly to inquire about the date of production on your rifle.
Records for rifles produced after 1992 have not been released. RECORDS AT THE FACTORY INDICATE THE FOLLOWING SERIAL NUMBERS WERE ASSIGNED TO GUNS AT THE END OF THE CALENDAR YEAR 1935 - 1 TO 19 But perhaps this page can help you somewhat in your research. But the fact remains there is no original, single, totally accurate database of serial numbers from 1866 forward that we are aware of. There is probably some kernel of truth to all of them.
While dating your Model 70 by serial number can be difficult, and there are many 'legends' about why the historic serial number records for Winchester rifles and shotguns are not complete or why they are not always verifiable. The following information is critical MUST HAVE knowledge when ordering parts or wood for your Winchester Model 70.ġ935-1963: Pre '64 Winchester Repeating Arms Companyġ964-2006: USRAC (U.S. It has gone through many changes over the years, but is currently still in production today. Production of the Winchester Model 70 started in 1935.
