Model 70 winchester

The Mod. 70 may prove to be the best modern rifle of all time.
I bought a Ranger version in 30-06 in 1980. Bedded and floated it. Put on a cheap garage sale scope. It has won awards for me in competition with near one hole groups. I do 'cheat'. :rolleyes: I bored a hole in the rear of the stock and fill that with #7 1/2 shot before competition. Shot is removed for hunting and it has brought home the meat. BTW, I paid $180.00 for it new. I think I got my moneys worth. Not fancy but I didn't buy it to look at.
 
My entire family is a Model 70 fan club. We have taken whipped entry level M70's and made them all very good shooters. I love the platform better than any other brand. I tried with other brands from Sako to Weatherby but neither performed as good in my hands and sold them for another M70. Kimber is my only other favorite and that is because it is built like a M70.
 
GREAT Deal!

hooligan1 said:
...Its got a cheap scope and mounts right now, which ill throw over my shoulder to save for decent glass...Cant wait to shoot it... Paid 300.00 cash...
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WOW... a lot of folks would give $300 just to get a good Win 70 action! You got a great deal as described.

If you really get into a restock, new scope & mount customization, you might get another $100 rebate by selling the parts you don't want on ebay. I've done this with good success on several gun make-overs. You'll be surprised how many people want a "cheap scope". I use to leave a scope I didn't want on my desk at work. Whenever someone walked by to talk they would invariably pick it up look through it or fondle it. It usually ended up with a question like "How much ya' want for it?"....LOL

FWIW..

..bug :)
 
Just an update....I have been testing 160 grain bullets with IMR 7828, and at one time I come back from range with a couple powder weights that showed positive results.
However the last two trips to range I had problems with scattered groups, at first it blew my mind....Google is my friend, I found the culprit to be that middle action screw was too tight so its back to range with same test loads and try em again....dang it...
 
I always found the pre & post Model 70s a little beyond what I was willing to pay. But finding one at the price this OP did. {A lightly used one} And being a 7-Mag "That is a deal!!"

As far as bases for it. I would suggest a Leopold for that purpose. The Base Set that has the adjustable 2/screw rear mount offers truer adjustment overal. With it you can adjust your scopes true centered alignment in relation to the barrels actual pointing (first.) Before the scopes dial-in targeting.

If weaver type mounts are used. All adjustment for accuracy must come from the scopes dials. Have ever you experienced a scopes inability to target because the scope it (ran out of dial threading) May times its base's are the cause of that situation. (weaver style bases)

These I suggest:
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/13...ester-70-reversible-rear?cm_vc=ProductFinding

Or this:
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/13...scope-base-winchester-70?cm_vc=ProductFinding

I don't recommend these:
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/21...tyle-winchester-70-matte?cm_vc=ProductFinding
 
No Sureshot I've never run a scope out of internal adjustment in any direction. Usually I use standard Leupold bases and rings....like every rifle I own, but this rifle might get those bases that Talorce1 sent me.
I'm still in process of making it more accurate and load developement, so far things are gettin close but not on par with what I think its capable of.
 
You DO NOT want anything with windage adjustable mounts unless you have a defective rifle. The only time they offer any advantage is if the scope mounting holes in the receiver are drilled incorrectly. Your scope will already be centered with more traditional mounts which will not only be stronger, but cheaper and easier to mount.

Sixty or 70 years ago this was a common problem, especially with guns that were not drilled and tapped at the factory and needed to be done by gunsmiths after purchase. The windage adjustables were designed to correct this problem. Many old timers used them because at the time they were actually needed. They still hang on today because some guys still want to use what grandpa used without even understanding why. There are much better options today.
 
jmr40

With all due respect. I guess its a matter of preference as to which bases are thought to be the most appropriate. Than again never have I encountered a poorly drilled factory rifle. But I sure have seen a few military grade rifles attempted change into a sporting rifle by so called business front gunsmiths having poorly drilled or tap threaded receivers. (On more than one occasion.)
From my experience with Leopold Adjustable Base Sets all have given me excellent service since the day I mounted them. As you may recall those original Weaver mounts were made of aluminum. Where as Leupold has machined tooled their base's out of steel for many years. Be it adjustable or weaver style I won't claim one is better or stronger than the other. As far as I'm concerned all Leupold product are top shelf and very well thought-out built to give its owner years of service.
I do recall many fellows I know at my Club Range who prefer weaver style base's over all the others available. They are primarily used for two reasons. Their cheap cost. And for easy scope change out.
But since this OP has his mind set on weaver style. What ever I commented tonight is moot.
 
Quote: you dont want anything with windage adjustable mounts...
Jimro my grandpappy has been gone longer than I been working with crayons. When I say I had only used those type bases its because I know I can trust the integrity of them. But recently my buddy out west sent me a new to me type of base to try.... Im going to try them.
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But I have never until this rifle, ( maybe forty or so later) used any other style of bases and rings....
 
Sounds exactly like my model 70. Synthetic stock, push feed 7mm RM that came with a cheapo scope. I upgraded to a Leupold and it shoots like a dream. Ammo is a bit expensive(reloading helps with that a LOT), but i absolutely love it.
 
Correct!

You DO NOT want anything with windage adjustable mounts unless you have a defective rifle
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I have one set of adjustable Leupold mounts still being used, for obvious reasons:

 
You DO NOT want anything with windage adjustable mounts unless you have a defective rifle.
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This!

I've become a fan of the "double dovetail" kind. Or Talley one-piece deals.

And fergawdsakes, when it comes to P-Rail / Weaver bases, avoid those Millett "Angle Loc" rings like the plague! Not only not needed, you will be constantly and forever chasing a zero.
 
Unlicensed Dremel said:
This!

I've become a fan of the "double dovetail" kind. Or Talley one-piece deals.

And fergawdsakes, when it comes to P-Rail / Weaver bases, avoid those Millett "Angle Loc" rings like the plague! Not only not needed, you will be constantly and forever chasing a zero.
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I don't have any trouble with the Millet "Mangle-Loc" rings as long as you line them up straight. If you try to adjust them for windage then you get in trouble pinching tubes and what not. I use a piece of athletic tape inside the Millet rings I have instead of the rubber-tape shims they include.

I like Warne steel weaver-style bases and Burris Signature Zee rings. Talley one-piece are great, but I'd rather not have to lap rings.
 
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