Winchester Model D: The WW1 Origins of the Famous Model 70
This video explores the Winchester Model D, a lesser-known rifle with significant WW1 origins. It details how T.C. Johnson's sporting rifle design evolved to include military configurations due to the war. The narrative traces the development through Models A, B, C, and finally D, highlighting its chambering in 6.5 Portuguese and a proposed Russian variant in 7.62x54R. The description emphasizes that the Model D was a precursor to the iconic Model 70, still in production today. The content is enriched by access to a rare prototype rifle from the Cody Firearms Museum.














