RCMP Model 70
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They are Winchester model 70 bolt actions in 308. Nothing special about them but I will say they are old as dirt and are still accurate.
J
That's what makes them awesome!
The weaver 4x scope on the old ones. 155 Winchester ammo was what we used. Yup for general duty,containment teams and dispatching animals.
That being said they have been phases out for the most part. No new people trained on them for a long time, and no updated qualifications for those already trained.
That being said they have been phases out for the most part. No new people trained on them for a long time, and no updated qualifications for those already trained.
CreamySmooth
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700's are replacing the M70's as Winchester went out of business for that short bit while Olin acquired them. After using both, the M70's are such a superior rifle, the hope is to go back to the 70's when it's possible. Controlled feed is just as important on a containment team as it is dealing with angry elephant. As well, I've done the sight in for many of them. The 70's are just as accurate if not more so, even with lighter barrels.
The M70, as most probably know, went through a, post 1964 evolution that was decidedly not a positive for the rifle. Pre-64 quality and features have returned to M70's produced since 2008, along with a modern (and better) trigger group. Still struggling with market share the post 2008 M70 represents an absolutely outstanding value at its current price point. I bought one, a year or so ago, just to have this classic in my collection. A lot of spurious sub-MOA claims get posted on CGN so I won't post a number here, but my M70 would definitely impress the most discriminating of target shooters. It delivers clover leaf patterns inside the 1" ring at 100 yds, with the cartridges I've developed for it. If it weren't for the barrel's light contour and the stringing that develops as it warms, this < 800 $ rifle would be match worthy.
IMO if Winchester hadn't buggered the M70's market share by lowering quality, in a post '64 attempt to become price competitive with its mass produced rival, we'd be paying a heck of a lot more than 800 bux for "The Rifleman's Rifle" today. Today's version is back up to pre '64 standards and then some.
"And now a word or two from our Remington fanboys".
I agree 100% that the quality of the new Winchesters doesn't match the price. I too have a current model that I affectionately refer to as the 'Freakshow' as it shoots so well for what it should be. I as well will not post some of my group sizes to avoid the naysayer flaming, however it has shot the same groups with other shooters as well, followed by them stepping back, looking at me and looking at the rifle, all impressed. The fit in finish is very well done.
I will state that I also own Remmy 5R's, LTR, and full custom all which shoot very well too...but I grab the Winchester every time.
It just feels right....
I will state that I also own Remmy 5R's, LTR, and full custom all which shoot very well too...but I grab the Winchester every time.
It just feels right....
Getting a rifle to group 1" and under at 100yd isn't that hard these days but the WM70 action and rifle does it in such a classic and stout way it's hard to argue against the price. Personally I'm a fan of the Ruger 77 MKII action, just hate that trigger.
Colquhoun: Very interested in your 5R's. Care to share some anicdotes about the rifles? How close would you say they are to the M24 system?
Colquhoun: Very interested in your 5R's. Care to share some anicdotes about the rifles? How close would you say they are to the M24 system?
wapitiwhacker
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There's a fix for that, google Spec Tech Triggers. Not expensive, well made ,and adjustable. I used one to replace the LC6 on a M77 Hawkeye. The trigger wasn't terrible, just heavier than I wanted. I like the results.
