thoughts on the 308 wichester model 70?

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thinking of buying a new 308 winchester model 70 feather weight as my first hunting gun, any comments about the gun?
 
I like them, although I don't have a model 70 yet, it is definitely one I want to add. The new ones made now are a top notch rifle. Usually they are put on sale around Christmas at Bass Pro.
 
The Rookie said:
thinking of buying a new 308 winchester model 70 feather weight as my first hunting gun, any comments about the gun?
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A quick search will bring up tons of info on the new production Model 70.
In general they are held in high regard here on CGN.
My comment about the rifle is in regards to their use of the word "featherweight" to describe a rifle that goes 8lbs scoped.
 
I would go with the standard model 70 308. I found two here and they are both heavy barrel's, one is from 1966 and the other is from 1975. Both need a little TLC, but nothing major.
 
My first gun as a teen at not much more than a hundred pounds was a Mod70 featherweight carbine in 30.06. My Dad loaded some light loads for me and I still use it today, only with 180s. I've had it for about 35 years and its never had a problem. Filled every deer tag with it this year.

A light gun will kick a bit harder given the same round, but not much harder and its lighter to carry.


I think you're making a good choice for a first hunting rifle, even in .308
 
I have had the opportunity to shoot my friends new Model 70 featherweight compact in .308. It is the nicest bolt rifle, nay, the nicest firearm I have ever handled. >308 is handy too.
 
Tiss a good choice in manufacture and caliber.
You couldnt do any better other than getting one for almost free.
Dont forget to buy a quality scope and rings for it(Leupold at min.)
Got pictures of it yet?
Just my attempt at helping you spend your money.
Rob
 
fiddler said:
My first gun as a teen at not much more than a hundred pounds was a Mod70 featherweight carbine in 30.06. My Dad loaded some light loads for me and I still use it today, only with 180s. I've had it for about 35 years and its never had a problem. Filled every deer tag with it this year.

A light gun will kick a bit harder given the same round, but not much harder and its lighter to carry.


I think you're making a good choice for a first hunting rifle, even in .308
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You had to add that "I shot mine as a little hundred pound boy" After seeing my post eh? :D Just kidding man, but in all honesty, I have a 7mm rem mag and a 12 ga , neither hit as hard as the model 70, I didnt say it hurts or that its to much , just that it kicks. Totally worth it though. Fun fact, it still has a x4 made in japan 40 year old bushnell scope on it lol. I wanna replace it, but its how it came to me 100% zero'd and has not budged, and I'm finding it hard to replace it.

I should mention to the OP, I inherited mine from a friends father and since the day I brought it home, my brother has wanted to buy it ,every time he sees it or handles it , he makes an offer :D It's just a beauty of a rifle. Took it out shooting the other day, we had all kinds of guns, levers, pumps, semi's and of the 4 people there , every one of them fell in love with the rifle.
 
Lupara said:
I have had the opportunity to shoot my friends new Model 70 featherweight compact in .308. It is the nicest bolt rifle, nay, the nicest firearm I have ever handled. >308 is handy too.
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I have a mid 2000's M70 FW in 300 magnum. Nice rifle, beautiful to look at. It thows fits and starts as far as accuracy goes though. Needs to be bedded. This winter's project.

Checked out a current production 308 FW at a LGS. Didn't feel near as nice to shoulder than mine, AND the bolt crushed the stock on closing and there was a crack in it. Left it on the shelf. Maybe I'm just unluck. Definately go over it with a fine tooth comb before you pay your sheckels.

I ended up buying a Savage.
 
saskcop said:
I have shot many model 70's in .308, they have all been tack drivers. They were also all push feed guns too though.
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I'm not sure what to make of your statement. As the new model 70 Winchesters are CR Feeds, are you implying that they are not as accurate as the old push feed winnies?
I'm not going to start an argument or anything like that, it's just that there could almost be an assertion in your statement, but maybe there isn't. So now I must know. :)
 
I'm sure it seems like a nice idea on paper, but get to a gun shop that will let you handle one. Then if it feels like it fits you, you should probably buy it. The design is long-running for good reason and the modern production since FN took over is getting good reviews.
 
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