RESTORATION OF A 86 YEAR OLD WINCHESTER MODEL 70

[@aaronmcclain1279]

Color case the receiver and all bottom metal. When done the bolt was that niter bluing . I went to gunsmith school and haven't seen this kind of work in long time. Beautiful work of love and art .

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thank you very much. Yes, it was niter bluing on the bolt.

[@EthanPageHunter]

Never thought about soldering iron for dents… awesome idea. I always used a wet rag and clothes iron or hair dryer

[@DeathProofProductions]

I've done that to, just depends on were the dent is.

[@EthanPageHunter]

@@DeathProofProductions for sure. I’ll be using that though

[@ActanonVerba.308]

The idea is 30+ years old. When I was 16/17 I used that method....

[@mariop8576]

Hi, love your restoration, you are truly a master craftsman. I have a pre-64 270 featherweight and it is the finest rifle I own. Someday, it will be passed down to my next generation to live on long after I am gone.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thank you for the compliment but I don't believe in being a master. I just believe in working hard to learn as much as you can about the things that you do. The customer felt the same as you, that's why he wanted a few thing's custom on it.

[@punjabisole23]

Hope you keep making these videos. It’s a true pleasure to watch. Thank you once again, from Canada

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks for the compliment on the vid. I'm finishing a Browning bar resto vid, should be uploaded in the next few day's so stay tuned.

[@bradbazzett9971]

Thanks for sharing my favorite guns Winchester!!

[@DeathProofProductions]

Glad you liked it.

[@charleshaggard4341]

I have watch several of his videos and I believe this man can do anything. A true craftsman.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks, Means alot for your work to be appreciated.

[@DeimosPC]

This was one of the best restoration videos I've ever seen. No talking, no bullshit, just straight to it. The camera work/editing and everything was incredible too.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks for the compliment means alot.

[@charliestory2143]

Keep up the good work. Old firearms need love too.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thank you that means alot.

[@aaronsmith7854]

That case hardened receiver is awesome!

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks

[@scottmorgan1016]

You sir are a master at what you do in this old man's eyes. Wonderful job bringing that old girl back to life.👍👍👍🇺🇸

[@philipfranklin2098]

Don't you just love watching a craftsman work

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thank you.

[@thomas-son9281]

Glad to see you doing firearms videos again.

[@kren1101]

Guns and motorcycles...my kinda shop!

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks.

[@thedude1-wn2ij]

Nicely done Sir! I don’t smoke but needed a cigarette or a whisky after watching this. Let’s hope many years of deer hunting ensue with this legacy rifle.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks, the old man it belonged to was really pleased with it.

[@JaredBalmer-i3k]

Nice job, took an old rifle and did a wonderful job. I love to see how it groups on paper with a nice scope on it.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks for the compliment means alot to know your work is appreciated.

[@scotteric8711]

Winchesters in proper care only become better looking with age. Excellent weapon.

[@kurtamus]

Impressive restoration! What a beautiful rifle. And kudos to whoever did the editing.

[@thomas-son9281]

The camera man/editor really is outstanding.

[@rotorspin6127]

Your work, craftsmanship, is a pleasure to watch. Thank you for this most excellent video.

[@jermainepatterson5502]

You Sir, are a modern day treasure. I pray you have those near who realize the wealth that is within you, and they learn as much as possible from you. GOD Bless.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks that means alot.

[@shameless6963]

Awesome production and restoration

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks

[@tedpfenninger4972]

I'll admit the rifle looked good when finished. I've got a 1950 M-70 .270 that's seen a lot of Idaho elk hunts. It's seen a lot of wear! ( although the stock is solid and the bore excellent). On the balance, I think I prefer mine all original and with honest wear. To each his own! No question that the craftsmanship displayed is of a high order😊❤.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks for the compliment means alot.

[@YvetteVardaBroughton]

Nothing like honest wear through years of use. Gets a certain patina that makes you love it.

[@robinj.9329]

I always enjoy watching a master craftsmen at work! Thanks 😊

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks.

[@YousfyaBou]

The best testimonial work in your channel is much cooler than me

[@robertodebeers2551]

I have my Dad's Model 70, which he bought in about 1950. It's much scarred, bluing off the barrel, and a "Red Head" shotgun slip-on rubber recoil pad that's 50 years old. I killed several elk with it after he passed, and I'm not changing a thing. He used it, it looks much used, and that's what I like.

[@DeathProofProductions]

I don't blame you a bit, that being a heirloom I agree completely. The guy that owns this rifle got it new when he was a kid and just wanted to spruce it up a little.

[@robertodebeers2551]

@@DeathProofProductions I see. Thanks.

[@joshmini2396]

When i saw you start filling up that crucible….❤ LOVELY JOB on the case hardening sir !! Your work would have deserved some 8k quality video !

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks, I hope to get to were we can move up to better cameras.

[@steveb6103]

Thankfully, my 1959 Model 70 has always been taken care of. As have all of my firearms.

[@DeathProofProductions]

I wish every one felt like us.

[@Johnny-jr2lq]

My gosh you brought that pre war back to life in a major way. I wish I could have that in my collection.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks

[@brianquinn4528]

Whoa!!! Thought I was watching Michelangelo working on the Sistine Chapel; you nailed every detail. Simply beautiful artwork.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thank You for complimenting the work, it is very appreciated.

[@scottbrown1532]

Unbelievably beautiful rifle after all your hard work!!!!

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks

[@ranchodeluxe1]

Model 70 and a Shovelhead. That's livin'.

[@shawnpappy1538]

I could watch that all day. Now I want a beat up Model 70 to work on.

[@DeathProofProductions]

I hope you don't beat one up on purpose just to work on it.

[@glennlee6274]

ive got a 1950 and a 1954,LOVE THEM!!!Both .270...

[@kevinhekers2380]

Great job restoring that rifle

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks I appreciate it.

[@jackburton4667]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks for the compliment means alot to know your work is appreciated.

[@murrayandru7527]

❤True oil just works so Nicely ... Kudos ...

[@paulsimmons5726]

Wow, that’s an amazing piece of work! It’s no wonder why Winchester can’t make a rifle like that in today’s market; the cost of all that attention would push the MSRP to $5K easily! Beautiful result for the Model 54!

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks for the compliment, it's true about what your saying the cost would be more than what most would spend in today's market. Most people today just want more junk instead of less high quality items.

[@scottthorning3963]

I've got a pre 64 in 270 featherweight bought in Oct 1955, 180.00 with a Bushnell scope, it shoots straight ad a string too...

[@raulmorales9967]

Great job,That old pre war will out live us all.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks

[@Fire_And_Iron]

The Model 70 is my favorite rifle.

[@victorhugomanriquevazquez4974]

Amazing job, beautiful rifle, thanks for sharing the video

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thank you for the compliment on the vid means alot to know your work is appreciated.

[@milboltnut]

great job ! Did things simply that I would have never thought of.

[@DeathProofProductions]

thanks

[@russhayes4882]

That was awesome how beautiful it came out !

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thankyou.

[@lonnygil]

My grandpa gave me a model 70 when i was 12. Chambered in 30-06. Using the winchester website, The sereal number says it was manufactured in 1953. Condition is fair-good. It has slod around on a truck seat for decades

[@lennemoy1971]

Wow. Nice work. Thank you tube for suggesting this.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks.

[@theredflannelchannel7820]

That was a pure pleasure to watch! Excellent work!

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thankyou.

[@Masso1973]

As Scott says, masterful

[@gb-bp1me]

Looks like a 220 swift to me. Great video.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks for the compliment on the vid.

[@glengrandstaff9695]

What a beautiful rifle. Outstanding craftsmanship Sir !

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks

[@leoruotsalainen6339]

Well done 👍👍100% restoration 🎯🎯Great rifle 👍👍Great video 👍👍

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thank you.

[@michaelnault5905]

When I saw the wire wheels and sandpaper I was horrified. I'm glad I watched the whole video. Beautiful work.

[@udaybhanusinh7278]

Superb stuff!! The highest art really.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thank you.

[@ronmartin3755]

Wow! I am seeing a real master gunsmoth at work for the first time ever. Your abilities are fantastic. Great firearm to bring back to life. I just subscribed and added all of your video notices to alert me on new videos you publish. Thank you Sir.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks, means alot for people to admire the work.

[@charleshaggard4341]

I haven't been a subscriber very long but I am impressed with your skill of the restorations I have seen.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks that means alot.

[@tombarlow6176]

Good day from south africa i have looked at other restoration but your are superior 🎉🎉🎉

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks very much. We put a lot of effort into our work, both in the craftsmanship of the work and in the filming.

[@Badhands55]

I have a m70 that’s 86 years old myself - looks like it was made yesterday, in 30-gov 06’ - really shoots flat base 150’s great . Hellofa rifle- bad ass video btw

[@DeathProofProductions]

I wish the old timers in these hills were I live in would have taken better care of there guns. Would have been a treasure trove for collector's but they used them back when the guns were new to put meat on the table and run off revenue'ers . Keeps me in work though. Thanks for the compliment on the work.

[@arshooter1]

Sir, from the emblem on the shirt, Semper Fi, you might be a US Marine Armorer. It shows in your outstanding work.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks for the compliment on the work. I got that shirt at m.c.r.d. when my son graduated , the front says my son is a marine. Did you serve.

[@ronetuley]

Beautiful, a work of art. 👍👍👍

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks

[@scottthorning3963]

One of the best rifles ever made

[@DeathProofProductions]

I have to agree.

[@thomtompkins9696]

so good to see this restoration. Amazing work!

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thank you it's a good feeling to no your work is appreciated.

[@robertethridge5942]

Nice, I never knew there was do much work on restoring rifles

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks.

[@NorrisdaBahia]

This restoration is so good! Congratulations!!!

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thank you very much!

[@mowens-79]

I will say this.... the level of knowledge you have, on the most important topics that man could think of... is impeccable. I sure hope you have a young man or woman that you're teaching these skills to. I do heavy collision and paint repairs on semi trucks and old cars. I've been teaching my son everything I can to help him make a living. I enjoy the content Brother. 🤝

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks for the compliment means alot. My second son does all the camera work and editing so I guess you can say he is being forced to learn to some extent, but unfortunately other than what people can gain from the videos looks like it dies with me.

[@mowens-79]

@DeathProof Productions I was thinking the same thing. I'm a old school fiberglass man... lost art of making molds and repairing fiberglass to last without using 3m glue. These young bucks just want the easy way out. Nothing done right is going to be "easy" . But you already know that. I was most impressed on the old school machining tactics on the " Pan Head" build. That is the best money can buy. I don't know any shop that would have taken that in. 🤝

[@kevinbutler8728]

@@DeathProofProductions well maybe there is time yet, he certainly does a wonderful job of the camera and editing! Hope your recovery is going well too.

[@johntownsend8423]

Nothing short of a master gun smith

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thank you very much.

[@AnotherReincarnation_No84]

Incredible craftsmanship and the result is stunning, so the quality of the video. If somebody wanted to turn a beater rifle into a huntin rig, do you think ceracoting would work in a pinch? Thank you

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks for the complament glad you enjoyed the vid. t's a good finish for protecting the rifle, remember that it doesn't have to be applied super thick to do it's job.

[@murphy6767]

Dang that’s amazing looking.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks.

[@justcasey3678]

She is a beauty. I am curious why you put the receiver in the burner. Was it part of the bluing process?

[@DeathProofProductions]

Yes it's how I get the colors on the reciever.

[@paullavallee1631]

I have a fairly new Model 70 Winchester Featherweight, first thing I did was refinish it with a hand rubbed oil finish, now its a proper rifle

[@DeathProofProductions]

good job, you cant beat a hand rubbed oil finish.

[@coaltrain4423]

That rifle is beautiful.Really great job you did,and the collectibility I would say is actually enhanced by the restoration.I wonder what caliber it is. I have a Winchester model 70 Safari 30/06 made in 1951.I’ve had it for many years.It’s in great condition,except the original red Winchester solid butt pad is cracking and has a nick on the edge.I’ve thought about having that pad replaced with a reproduction pad,but I’m afraid it would hurt the value of the gun.Every thing about the gun is great except for the little bit of damage to the butt pad.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks, its a 220 swift. the old man loved it and he has already been offered good money for it. He won't sell it though he has had it since he was a kid. Told me he's killed everything big enough to die with it through the years. I should have showed the pits in the barrel and the damage to the stock better, so the haters would have seen it had very little collector value the way it was. I think they don't realize this is my job and I can't turn customers away. About the stock I would replace the pad and just keep the other one to reinstall if I every wanted to sell it. Any good Smith can fit the new one with out sanding on the stock. Stay tuned for the b.a.r. restoration.

[@johannesvanhoek9080]

Im in awe 👍

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks

[@rebeccabarnes5441]

Beautiful work

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks

[@TheRaulr151]

Amazing work. What metal finish was done on the action?

[@DeathProofProductions]

Color case hardening

[@davidperez2330]

Que buen trabajo!

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks for the compliment means alot.

[@rbyaldrzee6657]

Wow beatiful vary good 👍🏻💯💯

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks

[@grizleeone1]

Excellent work, I enjoyed every minute. I have 2 of those that I would love to have restored. 👍🇺🇸

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks I'm glad to see people appreciate the craftsmanship.

[@gminter8402]

Great video. I have a 1944 model 70 in rough shape im considering refinishing. What type of bkuing orocess did you do on the reciever and other small parts?

[@DeathProofProductions]

I color case hardening the reciever buttplate and triggerguard. The barrel was black oxide blued and the rest I used niter salts to blue.

[@mountainadventures7346]

Mauser controlled feed RULES!👍

[@brduj]

Oh great video ! but how do you manage the barrel twist when you plunge it to blue it ?

[@DeathProofProductions]

The only time you plug the barrel is to slow rust blue. I hot caustic salt blued it like most manufacturers do and that doesn't hurt the rifling. Thanks for the compliment on the vid.

[@christopherkingsland4604]

The M70 is worth the effort - that's for sure !!

[@DeathProofProductions]

I agree.

[@juliohernanscolni2231]

Amazing job!!!

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thank you very much

[@dagger1145]

State of the Art skill ... great work man ...thx :)

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks for the compliment.

[@user-fk3rq]

Nice Job!🎉

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thank you.

[@patrickdonald7807]

This video is therapeutic..

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks

[@cassiocantadori903]

Awesome work Dude!

[@DeathProofProductions]

thank you.

[@conservativeteacher1987]

Watched your brake rebuild video and this one. i couldn't hit like and subscribe fast enough. Looking forward to more of your content. Bikes and firearms are definitely a great content duo. Thank you for sharing!

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks for the compliment means alot. We will be uploading a pretty cool one maybe next week.

[@troystaten5633]

Looks like you did a nice job. I really like the case hardening on the receiver, are you worried that the process would cause a loss of strength in the action? I don't know enough about metallurgy to know about that. As to the people who complain that you are ruining a collectors item, that one is not a "collectors item" a nice old rifle but collectors want mint or near mint condition not shooter grade.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks for the compliment means alot. Your right about it not being a collector item, the vid doesn't show how bad of shape it really was in. Back then the case hardend receivers for multiple reasons they just didn't usually color case harden.

[@kandyjohnson7578]

your restoration videos are well done ,easy to fallow and understand even though you never say a word. not to mention educational. i do have what is im sure a dumb question ,there is a scene in the episode were you take what appears to be wet gauze and a hot iron and touch the stock. why did you do that? just wondering .by the way of all the how to productions and BS on u tube your the only on i subscribe to ,you straight forward matter of fact way of explaning what your doing is fun to watch,keep em coming.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thank you very much that really means alot to hear. I use the wet gauze and iron to make steam that will raise the dent on the stock.

[@zahidonly7405]

you are amazing sir love you from sindh

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thank you, it means alot to know your work is appreciated.

[@darrenaurand7138]

Awesome video...I've worked and refinished firearms for years, and love to watch a video where I actually learn from. I mainly do Patina type restorations (so time full) . I envy your skill and knowledge and to a point being able to attack the job at hand with this type restoration... The case hardening is so cool, wish I was set up for that. Only one question I have is, why don't you stain and seal the stock under the butt plate? I subscribed! can't wait to watch more.....

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks for the compliment, that wood was black walnut so I didn't have to stain it. When I was editing after filming we noticed I forgot to seal the but so I went back out to do it.

[@bobwise1347]

i use a sporterized 1903 springfield mark 1 barrel stamp 4-18. shoots just like new ones.

[@kyawminoominhan6978]

wow very nice job mr🎉🎉🎉

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanl you.

[@bullgravy6906]

I just picked up a 1950 model 70 in .30-06 with a Paul jaeger side mount, came here to see which way to remove the rear sight blank slot, left with wanting to case harden and reblue a different gun on my rack

[@tomp7141]

Small world. I got a 1950 model 70 with Jaeger side mount a few years ago. An excellent shooter using either scope or peep sight. With cast bullet loads it makes a ragged hole at 100 yds. All I've done to it was refinish the stock.

[@anandgeorge3452]

Wonderful 👍 😍🥂 from India

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks for the compliment means alot.

[@Pixx4you]

Good on'ya.. a fine job.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thank you.

[@blanbec14]

Quelle magnifique arme vous avez là. Après ces opérations, j’imagine que vous allez la préserver. Est-elle au niveau de précision que vous souhaitez ?

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks for the compliment means alot to know your work is appreciated, yes it will be preserved.

[@setzkem]

wow, what a cool video. wouldn't have minded a couple comments to tell us novice's what you are doing/using

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks, I just loaded a Browning bar restoration video and in it I explained better, watch it and tell me any spot that you think I should explain something. You can find it on the channel's playlist, Y'alls feedback is important for us to be able to improve our content for the viewer's enjoyment. Thanks again.

[@Cw81Deut6n4]

Thats a beauty.

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanks for the compliment

[@stevewehner9540]

This looks great! I have a question though, what did you use to degrease it before final blueing?

[@DeathProofProductions]

Brownells 909

[@michaelhighnote7139]

My model 70 came from the 50s. My grandfather bought it in high school for 150 dollars. He gave it to me when I was 15. Killed my first pig and blacktail with it. It's my absolute favorite.

[@pierrebernard5877]

That’s why he’s the GOAT! The GOAT!!!

[@1969CampEvans]

Killer Work

[@DeathProofProductions]

Thanl you we really appreciate it.