[30] Hathcock and the seven marines he pulled from the vehicle were evacuated by helicopter to hospital ship USSRepose, then to a naval hospital in Tokyo, and ultimately to the burn center at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas. Carlos Hathcock, in Vietnam (left) and receiving the Silver Star (right). Yeah it was, it was missing the an action screw and one that held on the trigger guard. Using this rifle, we shot at increments of 100 yards, all the way out to 1,000 to test our modern-day sniper skills. There are currently no customer product questions on this lot. It is used by not only sportsmen, but military and police snipers as well. The most well known Marine sniper of the Vietnam war has become a modern legend. According to Winchester documents, these rifles were shipped to the Marine Corps on May 29, 1942. He lived in a rural area with his grandmother as his parents had separated. [22] Hathcock said he was almost stepped on as he lay camouflaged with grass and vegetation in a meadow shortly after sunset. They are fragile and the external rings may or may not offer as fine adjustments for windage and elevation. And it was as a sniper rifle the Model 70 ultimately earned its stripes. This one is in 308 and came from the AMU. Wow. By the end of his first deployment Hathcock's life was worth $30,000 to the North Vietnamese . He was the only child of Carlos and Agnes Hathcock. This shot covered a distance of 2500 yards. Snipers often did not have a third party present, making confirmation difficult, especially if the target was behind enemy lines, as was usually the case. From an early age, he was fond of firearms. Gunnery Sgt. On some occasions, however, he used a different weapon: the M2 Browning machine gun, on which he mounted an 8X Unertl scope, using a bracket made by metalworkers of the SeaBees. Learn more about Gunnery Sergeant Carlos N. Hathcock II and the Winchester Model 70s service in Vietnam in these two American Rifleman articles:The Military Model 70. The Winchester Model 70 is a bolt-action sporting rifle.It has an iconic place in American sporting culture and has been held in high regard by shooters since it was introduced in 1936, earning the moniker "The Rifleman's Rifle". A sniper from the 1st Cavalry Division is shown in March 1951 with an M1D Garand, complete with an M81 or M82 riflescope in a Griffin & Howe mount. Which honestly looking at the barrels, I think he was probably likely telling the truth. The group started running towards Hathcock and Land. The following year Hathcock deployed to South Vietnam with the 1st Marine Division, where he was soon assigned sniper duties. Thanks. You can pick up a replica of the Unertl Scope online for an MSRP of around $550.00. The author says Carlos used a Model 70 Winchester with a long tube Unertl scope. They are a little tedious to adjust but have very clear glass and a very fine cross hair recticle. Because the M25 is a big, heavy rifle, I wanted to keep scope size and weight to a minimum while still being able to maximize the .308 round. Some of the stocks were fiberglass bedded. The stock is in very fine condition. That is the pic. Carlos Hathcock accepting the Wimbledon Cup after winning the NRA National Matches. The scope adjusts with turrets integral to the rear scope mount, and the tube of the scope floats inside adjustment pins. Hathcock was an excellent sharpshooter by then, winning the Wimbledon Cup shooting championship in . By his courage, aggressive leadership, and total devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Staff Sergeant Hathcock reflected great credit upon himself and the Marine Corps and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.[29]. This is a pretty cool thread. Considered a real one but again even a cheap ($450.00) modern scope I feel is better than an original 60's era scope. that had been originally purchased [as] across-the course bolt guns for the National Matches. Hathcocks primary set-up was a Model 70 (pre-64), 30-06 target rifle with a heavy barrel, and Unertle 8x scope. For this operation, Carlos selected a .30-06 Winchester Model 70 mounting a Lyman 8X telescope that McAbee had fine-tuned. [5], The PAVN placed a bounty of US $30,000 on Hathcock's life for killing so many of its soldiers. The late Marine sniper set the record in 1967 with a M-2 .50 caliber Browning machine gun.. ][21][22] He was not informed of the details of the mission until he accepted it. Before 1.02, the M70 Tundra was named the Winchester Model 70. Being medically discharged, he received 100 percent disability pay. SIGHTS: Folding rear, bead front After returning to active duty, Hathcock helped establish the Marine Corps Scout Sniper School at the Marine base in Quantico, Virginia. Who has the most kills in the Vietnam War? In some cases, Douglas barrels were fitted to the Winchester actions to attain optimum accuracy. The Model 70, which was primarily based on the Model 54, is still regarded as one of the best cars ever made. Carlos held the record for the longest kill for 35 years. Calvin Lloyd, wrote a 72-page report titled Equipment for the American Sniper, which discussed the various types of rifles and telescopic sights available at the time. RIAC believes that this website is accessible to the widest possible audience pursuant to the guidelines of the Americans with Disability Act. Buffalo,. These marines were unwilling to leave their preferred rifle at home and carry the approved, but less accurate Springfield M1903 into battle. [2] At one point he was nearly bitten by a bamboo viper, but had the presence of mind to avoid moving and giving up his position. Carlos Hathcock passed away on 22 nd February 1999 in Virginia from the disease that had forced retirement . He stayed in the Marine Corps, but his health continued to decline. The barrel, receiver, bolt handle, cocking piece trigger guard, and buttplate have the Winchester charcoal blue finish. [7][8][9] After a platoon of Vietnamese snipers was sent to hunt down "White Feather", many Marines in the same area donned white feathers to deceive the enemy. When I first saw the pic I assumed it was a short action. Only thing I would add is I forgo the 6X as I dont think its precise. He used an M2 .50 Cal Browning machine gun mounted with a telescopic sight at a range of 2,500yd (2,286m), killing a Vietcong guerrilla. "It was the hunt, not the killing. The value of these rifles mean that even if we did own one, we'd probably be reluctant to shoot it. . Throughout its life, the Model 70 has been offered in . 1942 dated receiver, with a 56 dated WRA barrel, mismatched bolt, all the metal looks like it's been refnished, and the stock has been beat to crap and then heavily sanded. *A USMC sniper uses his Unertl scope to search for enemy snipers in the Central Highlands of South Vietnam, circa 1967. The Army's most accomplished Vietnam War sniper, Sgt. If you decide that you wanted an original Unertl, they are out there and available. Thus, the Model 70 remained in the militarys inventory, albeit as a match rifle, until the escalation of the war in Vietnam, which resulted in a renewed emphasis on accurate sniper rifles. The rifle would of course have to be chambered in the 458 x 1.5 Barnes cartridge. It appears that you are accessing the Winchester Website from outside North America. Introduced in 1936 as an improvement on the Model 54, the Model 70 soon set the standard for commercial bolt-action rifles. There was no real reason to stay with Winchester because the Model 70s used by the Marines were not the latest production models anyway, and no advantage would be gained as far as standardization of equipment was concerned. By the late 1960s, the Winchester Model 70 sniper rifles were in the process of being phased out by the new Remington Model 700s. Use left/right arrows to navigate the slideshow or swipe left/right if using a mobile device. From an early age, he was fond of firearms. Carlos Hathcock receiving the Silver Star for his actions in Vietnam. Nice! On May 29, 1942, eager to do their part in the war effort, Winchester shipped 373 model 70 standard .30-06 rifles to the US Marine Corps. One of the distant places where Americas commitment would come to be tested was in South Vietnam. This is debatable. A 1951 U.S. Marine Corps report on the subject categorically rejected the procurement of any new Model 70 sniper rifles: There is no Marine Corps requirement for a special rifle for use by snipers in the Marine Corps. [10], One of Hathcock's most famous accomplishments was shooting an enemy sniper through the enemy's own rifle scope, hitting him in the eye and killing him. Note the long rear ring with the clip-slot cut in. Click here for more information. It was advertised as missing parts. Praesidus brings homage to the military watch tradition. Awesome to hear/see when someone has their shit together. The serial number of this rifle, "48213" falls within the serial number range of Marine WWII Model 70 rifles listed on pages 49-50 of Death from Afar Volume 1" by Chandler & Chandler but is not included on the list. Remarkably, a few remain in service to this day. In 1966, Hathcock started his deployment in the Vietnam War as a military policeman and later became a sniper after Captain Edward James Land pushed the Marines into raising snipers in every platoon. The Model 70s began to be replaced by Remington Model 700 rifles, which were later standardized by the Marine Corps as the M40. The Model 70s suitability as a sniping rifle during the Vietnam War should be unquestioned, as the most famous and revered sniper of the war, Carlos Hathcock, used the rifle with remarkable effectiveness. [2] Hathcock married Josephine "Jo" Bryan (ne Broughton; 19302016) on the date of the Marine Corps birthday, November 10, 1962. The "Rifle, 7.62mm Sniper, M40," adopted April 7, 1966, was to serve as the foundation for USMC sniper rifles for the following four decades. The bolt body is polished bright and electro-penciled with the rifle serial number "48213". Are you at 6 or are you at 5.75 or 6.25? The Model 70 was largely based on the Model 54, and is today still highly regarded by shooters and is often called "The Rifleman's Rifle.". Land told Hathcock to "put another round in her." Hathcock fired again and her body convulsed. The anodized aluminum Unertl target mounts have a blue-brown patina that is typical of these WWII production mounts. During the closing stages of the war, the M1903A1/Unertl was replaced by the semi-automatic Garand M1C sniper rifle, which was soon followed by the M1D. Rewards put on U.S. snipers by the PAVN typically ranged from $8 to $2,000. It was missing a bolt part and the National Guard had designated it for "decommissioning" (a.k.a destruction). Just 55 days short of the 20 years that would have made him eligible for regular retirement pay, he received a permanent disability separation. "White Feather" as he was called by the North Vietnamese . Stretching it past 500 and reaching out to 1000, put all of us in a humbling state of mind. The USMC was still using the Model 70s as both target rifle for international match competition and pseudo-sniper rifle work . We at Winchester Repeating Arms wish to take this opportunity to salute all those who have answered our nations call to serve. This year, H&R announced an expansion of its AR-15 lineup, bringing additional "retro" models to the market, including a 9 mm Luger-chambered Colt SMG clone, an M16A2-styled rifle and the carbine-size 723. Carlos held the record for the longest kill for 35 years. There also isn't any internal adjustments to zero. He was the only child of Carlos and Agnes Hathcock. The Winchester Model 70 represented perhaps the epitome of the bolt-action sporting rifle. Model 70 sniper rifles were used by US Marine snipers continuously from WWII, through the Vietnam War. A list of modern browsers is below; simply click an icon to go to the browsers download page. Additionally, the simplicity of the model 70 action permitted it to be completely field stripped in a matter of minutes, and the unmatched adjustability of the model 70 triggeralso contributed to the model 70's popularity. [47] Hathcock carried a Colt M1911A1 pistol as a sidearm.[17]. Regarding, his tools of trade, Hathcock, normally operated with the Winchester Model 70, 30-06 Caliber rifle along with an 8 power scope. You must become a subscriber or login to view or post comments on this article. What many people don't realize is that the Unertl scope back in the day doesn't have glass amplification. On some occasions, however, he used a different weapon: the M2 Browning machine gun, on which he mounted an 8X Unertl scope, using a bracket made by metalworkers of the SeaBees . George H. Hurt of the 3rd Marine Divisions newly formed sniper school at Da Nang, Vietnam, checked the 8X Unertl scope mounted on a Winchester Model 70. In a book I'm reading about on Carlos Hathcock, there are some pictures of him with his rifle. But it's a total rebuild. This rebuild work varied but generally consisted of replacing the original sporter barrels with heavier 24" or 26" barrels and replacing the stocks as necessary, often with new target stocks procured from Winchester. Serial numbers were in the approximate 41,000 to 50,000 range, and the rifles had 24" sporter barrels with leaf sights, sporter-checkered stocks with steel buttplates, 1" sling swivels and leather slings.Shortly after the government acquired these rifles, Winchester reported that all .30 Government 06 Rifles are now frozen under War Production Board Limitation Orders. The company obviously wanted to sell as many of the Model 70s remaining in its inventory as possible. [10] When Hathcock saw a glint (light reflecting off the enemy sniper's scope) in the bushes, he fired at it, shooting through the scope and killing the sniper. These rifles pop up every now and then, not often but they do show up. "He got that right," Hathcock said. A native of Little Rock, Arkansas, Gunnery Sergeant Carlos N. Hathcock II joined the Corps in 1959 at age 17. Carlos Hathcock usually used a Winchester Model 70 in .30 .06. His heroic actions were instrumental in saving the lives of several Marines. This is an example of a very rare post-64 "U.S. PROPERTY" marked Winchester model 70 target rifle that was manufactured in 1967, that is fitted with an even rarer "USMC PROPERTY" marked Lyman Super Targetspot rifle scope. Keep an eye on the CMP Auction Site. It is a Model 70 National Match version made before 1940. As events transpired, the Model 70s pressed into service as sniping arms, especially during the Vietnam War, were really never meant to be more than a stop-gap or interim measure until a standardized sniper rifle could be procured. During his second combat tour in South Vietnam Hathcock braved a wall of flaming fuel to save seven fellow Marines from a burning AMTRAC, suffering severe burns himself during the rescue. Known as Van Orden rifles, these model 70 sniper rifles were at last procured under the watchful eye of Brigadier General George Van Orden. It may not display this or other websites correctly. The serial number, "48213" is roll-stamped on the right side of the receiver below the rear sight base. Hathcock remains a legend in the U.S. Marine Corps. Barrett is the world leader in long-range, large-caliber, precision rifle design and manufacturing. You can Cerakote the stainless barrela good artist can pretty much replicate any finish. [18][19], Hathcock only once removed the white feather from his bush hat while deployed in Vietnam. Due to the extreme injuries he suffered in Vietnam, he was in nearly constant pain, but continued to dedicate himself to teaching snipers. Hathcock put a round in her with his bolt-action Winchester Model 70 30.06 (7.62mm) rifle and she collapsed on the ground. On some occasions, however, he used a different weapon: the . [2] Jo gave birth to a son, whom they named Carlos Norman Hathcock III. who placed a bounty on him during the Vietnam War ) used primarily a Pre-64 Winchester M. The price is set at USD$1,750,000.00. They were intended primarily as match rifles and were not procured for use as sniper rifles. Regardless, the fact that there were a number of Model 1903 Marine Corps match rifles, along with spare parts, already on-hand resulted in the idea of a standardized Model 70 sniping rifle being doomed from the start.Despite the Marine Corps firm rejection of the Model 70, some of these rifles did, in fact, serve overseas in combat, albeit on an unofficial basis. I'm not. George Van Orden and Chief Gy/Sgt. Nevertheless, Winchester Model 70s teamed with the Unertl scopes were superb sniping arms, certainly better than anything else in the militarys inventory at the time. Hathcock was one of several individuals to utilize the M2 Browning machine gun in the sniping role. Carlos used a Winchester Model 70 .30-06 match ammunition loaded with 173-grain boat-tailed bullets, also used an 8-power Unertl scope. The rifle most associated with Carlos Hathcock is the Winchester model 70 sniper rifle with an 8X-power Unertl scope. Springfield Armory's M-21 and M-25 are the highest quality precision rifles built on the M-14action. THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING VETERAN JOURNALISM - JOIN SOFREP+ , PO Box 1077 MURFREESBORO, Tennessee 37133 United States, P.O. The only sound in the sweltering stillness was the buzzing of flies and gnats as. [43] In 2002, this record was broken by Canadian snipers (Rob Furlong and Arron Perry) from the third battalion of Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry during the War in Afghanistan. The sniper system shoots the M72 match ammunition loaded with 173-grain boat-tailed bullets (.30-06). Carlos Hathcock usually used a Winchester Model 70 in .30 .06. Maj. Land told me that early in the war members of the sniper platoon collected contributions. A one of a kind rifle! The Unertl Scope used during that time didnt have the glass clarification that we have become so accustomed to. This was confirmed in McGuires article: The rifle team of the 3rd Marine Division had been using the Model 70 with the heavy barrel and the heavy Marksman stock. There are no internal adjustments to zero these old style Unertls. This effort was ultimately unsuccessful from a military procurement standpoint, but cemented the Model 70's place in USMC sniper history. The rifles were a special order spec sent from Winchester to Evaluators Limited of Triangle, VA, where they were fully accurized to meet Van Orden's detailed sniper specification. All Rights Reserved. Hathcock's record and the extraordinary details of the missions he undertook made him a legend in the Marine Corps. He grew up in Wynne, Arkansas, living with his grandmother for the first 12 years of his life after his parents separated. Adopting the Winchester Model 70 as the ideal Marine sniper rifle was a concept that had been floated by the Corps tactical marksmanship experts as far back as the early 1940s. Carlos N. Hathcock II, who won the Wimbledon. I was out yesterday trying to test a few loads at 400 yards but the wind quickly picked up to about 30 gusting 40mph and it was quickly becoming a waste of powder. I have a correct 70 in my safe I have wanted to do something with but reluctant to go the Unertl route as I dont think its practical as a shooter but a cool conversation peice. Douglas still produces the same barrel they supplied to the Marines in the early 1940s, which makes easy work of getting one key aspect of this build exactlyright. Winchester requested the Marines evaluate the rifles generally for suitability of use in combat, and specifically for use as sniper rifles. A native of Little Rock, Arkansas, Gunnery Sergeant Carlos N. Hathcock II joined the Corps in 1959 at age 17. [17] However, scholars such as Jerry Lembcke have cast doubt on Hathcock's account and questioned the existence of "Apache". He did win the Wimbledon Cup with it after all. [32], Hathcock provided sniper instruction to police departments and select military units, such as SEAL Team Six. His primary rifle was one of the Corps Winchester Model 70 target rifles, chambered in 30-06 and topped with an 8-power Unertl target scope in an externally adjustable mount. This is an excellent example of a Winchester Model 70 rifle in Vietnam Marine sniper configuration with scarce and very desirable WWII Unertl "U.S.MC.-SNIPER" telescopic sight and correct anodized aluminum target mounts. These relatively few Model 70 rifles soon became favored for their lighter weight, refined handling, and superior accuracy compared to the Springfield rifle. It was supplied with a Redfield 3x9 mounted with Redfield base/rings. Typically enemy soldiers were paid anywhere from $8 to $2,000 for taking down an American sniper. What type of rifle did Carlos Hathcock use? It was long thought that Hathcock, armed with his Winchester Model 70 .30-06 caliber rifle equipped with an 8-power Unertl scope, was the deadliest sniper in Marine Corps history, but that. "WINCHESTER/-TRADE MARK-" is roll stamped on the left side of the receiver rail. On some occasions, however, he used a different weapon: . This rifle is the same as the Model 70 sniper rifle used by famed Marine sniper Carlos Hathcock near Da Nang, Republic of Vietnam, in 1966. The scope has a fine crosshair reticle and is fitted with screw-on steel lens covers. Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh. He used a M2 .50 Cal Browning machine gun mounting a telescopic sight at a range of 2,500 yd, taking down a single Vietcong guerrilla. While the Colt Model 601 was the first AR-15 to be mass-produced, there were several design variations that came before during the platform's development. This is an original military issue Remington M40 sniper rifle brought back from Vietnam by a Marine officer, who later had it signed by Carlos "White Feather" Hathcock in 1992 at a Former Marine Association event. Hathcock was awarded the Silver Star for his heroic action. I think the GSgt used the 10x but the 20x looks just like it. Carlos Hathcock (D. Kevin Elliott) The sun lay low in the Vietnamese sky. When the need arose for more Model 70s the rifles procured by Brig. These Marines were aware of the impact Hathcock's death would have and took it upon themselves to make themselves targets in order to confuse the counter-snipers. Answer (1 of 3): If my reading comprehension is still intact; going by memory I seem to recall reading that Marine sniper Carlos Hathcock ( I.E. The only problem was the fact that this scope reticle did not have something that all snipers use with modern-day sniper scopes, Mil Dots. While visiting relatives in Mississippi, he took to shooting and hunting at an early age, partly out of necessity to help feed his poor family. Carlos Hathcock with his Winchester Model 70 rifle. He also used on occasion a Remington M40, basically a Remington ADL Varmint 308 rifle that was produced specially for the USMC in 1965 or so. Many of these were subsequently rebuilt between circa 1956 and 1963, primarily at the Marine Corps Match Rebuild Shop in Albany, Ga. The metal finishes were done by Ken Pederson ofPederson Arms in Arlington, WA. Carlos Hathcock holds the Marine Corps record for the longest confirmed sniper kill shot. Hathcock is the subject of a number of books including: Hathcock generally used the standard sniper rifle: the Winchester Model 70 chambered for .30-06 Springfield cartridges, with the standard 8-power Unertl scope. Customer experience was, and still is, the primary focus, a key to the firms longevity and success. But I guess I was wrong. This rifle has all of the characteristics of the Marine Model 70 sniper rifles issued in Vietnam c. 1966. Hathcock generally used the standard sniper rifle: the Winchester Model 70 .30-06 caliber rifle with the standard 8-power Unertl scope. Hathcock generally used the standard sniper rifle: the Winchester Model 70 chambered for .30-06 Springfield cartridges, with the standard 8-power Unertl scope.
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