Hunting rifle purchase question...

[stevieb92]

Pics of the Model 70....







I cleaned it and wiped it down with a light coat of Rem Oil. Scope is a Simmons 3-9 x 40, not a Bushnell. No big deal to me. Might swap something different on later.

So, the 64,000 dollar question, what is it?

Thanks.

[s.vermeire]

So, the 64,000 dollar question, what is it? Thanks.

Someone will be along to correct me if I'm wrong, but it looks like a true-blue, dyed-in-the-wool Winchester 70. I don't know about 'Classic' as far as a model designation goes, but either way you got a decent deal on a genuine Winchester. The scope is a step down, but if it holds zero it will do the job. Good luck this fall.

[Lycanthrope]

They are all Model 70's...but versions vary.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winchester_Model_70


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[deafsmithco]

It is a push feed model rather then the controlled round feed. When Winchester brought back the Mauser style extractor the pre -64 rifle's had, they were called classics.
It is not a bad price in today's market, but see if he will take a little less. To me the scope adds no value.

[stevieb92]

I went to the range today and shot this Model 70 a few more times. Overall I am very pleased with this rifle. Much more accurate than I had hoped.

Below are a few targets for your viewing pleasure. All shooting was done with a sand bag under the forearm and sitting at a bench. I had the 3-9x40 scope set at 6x. Was using Remington, Core-Lokt 150 gr, factory ammo.

Started out at 50 yards, took three shots. I forgot to take a pic of the 50 yard target...

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Then moved to 100 and tried my luck. Three shots.




Finally, still at 100, but put five down range. This target was a shocker to see. I shot five shots, but there are three holes. Two of the holes are pretty ragged. Must be dumb luck, I guess. I still don't know how the hell that happened?!!