Winchester 770

[Beebeev3]

I picked up a Winchester 770 at an estate sale and I’m having a hard time finding information on it. I work nights so Winchester has been closed every time I’m awake and remember to call. All the info I could find online is that it’s an economy version of a model 70 produced from 1969-1972, and it doesn’t have a floor plate. Anyone know the difference between the 770 and the 70 other than the floor plate? I attached some pictures below, thanks!

 

[Okie4570]

Was only made for three years iirc, all parts are interchangeable with a Model 70. You are correct it was the cheepo version of the 70.

 

[Beebeev3]

Was only made for three years iirc, all parts are interchangeable with a Model 70. You are correct it was the cheepo version of the 70.

What made it cheap? Is it just the no floor plate and forend tip? Or are the parts made cheaper?