[PWB]

I'm thinking of buying a new rifle...I've been looking at Winchester Model 70 Sporter in .25-06 to be used primarily for deer hunting. When I do a search of Model 70's it seems the information I get mostly are about the pre-64 Model 70. What I've learned so far is that Winchester is currently owned by FN Herstal and are manufacturer in South Carolina. I was wondering if anyone has any experience with the current brand of Winchester manufactured in SC and what opinions you have about them.

 

[Rees Guide]

I had one in a 243wssm, no complaints.

 

[sigma74216]

I have one in 223wssm and like it. Haven't stretched it out very far but seems pretty good.

 

[Mrs. Hammer]

Sorry but mine was built in 76 in 30-.06. I love this rifle though. It belonged to my grandfather and its the first rifle i have ever killed a deer with. Wish I could give ya some help.

 

[cwink]

I have on in 270 that I have been considering selling.. Mine is not the sporter but is blued with synthetic stock. Let me know if your interested in it.

 

[Doug Bowser]

Had a Model 70 Factory Target rifle in .308 Win. It was one of the most accurate rifles I have ever owned. I shot a 10 shot group at 500 yards from the prone and sling the could be covered with a playing card.

I also have a Model 70 made in 1937 in .270 W.C.F.. It still shoots 5/8" 5 shot groups at 100 yards off the bags.

I als owned a Model 70 in .30-06. It was a MOA rifle as well. I like the safety on a Model 70 better than any other sporter safety.

Doug

 

[PhillipM]

Realistically any reputable modern bolt gun will do as well in the deer woods out to 300 to 400 yards as well as any other be it Savage, Winchester, Remington, Mossberg, Ruger, etc... They will all shoot better than you!

Shoulder and if possible fire different brands and work the controls. There will be one you prefer for one reason or another and that will be the best rifle for you!

We live in the golden age of affordable accurate rifles.

 

[Gunfanatic]

i really like the model 70 feather lights with the controlled feed action gorgeous guns and no stove pipes if you short stroke the bolt

 

[banded]

You will love the 25-06 round for deer. I am a quarter bore fan!!!!!

 

[jsthntn247]

Had a 25.06 and now have a 257wthby. Havn't lost a deer with either one.

 

[slabsides45]

I looked at getting one a while back. Pre 64's are the standard by which most look at the Model 70, but the ones being made today have picked up the quality and I hear very good things. Still considering selling off my .300 BAR to finance one...