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New Model 70
benzapped
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The latest NRA magazine has a good article on the new Winchester model 70. My question is, is it really as good as they claim? I might consider buying one if I can get some good reports.
Thank you for your input.
Thank you for your input.
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Chuck, my caliber of choice is 30-06 with a 150 gr. bullet. I think I could take the recoil OK if the accuracy is there. My second choice is in 270 caliber with 130 or 150 gr. bullet. What is your opinion on recoil with those rounds?
I really don't agree with Chuck's opinion of Winchester's stock design. In fact, Winchester's "classic" stock design is one of the things I like about the Model 70. The straight comb design actually minimizes the felt recoil. IMO. I'm not particularly sensitive to recoil, but I really like shooting my .300 WSM. I also like shooting my buddy's .300 RUM which kicks even harder than mine.
I ran some recoil figures for you for the rounds you're interested in. I used an 8 1/2 lbs rifle weight (basically my Featherweight plus scope's weight). I also threw in some other guns for comparison.
Win M70: .30-06 150gr Swift Scirocco- 2700fps - recoil 14.01 ft.lbs
Win M70: .270 130gr Swift Scirocco- 3060fps - recoil 14.23 ft.lbs
Win M70: .270 150gr Nosler Part. - 2850fps - recoil 15.63 ft.lbs
Win M70: .300WSM 180gr Bal Sil Tip - 3010fps - recoil 24.06 ft.lbs
Win M70: .300RUM 180gr Swift Scirroc- 3250fps - recoil 34.06 ft.lbs
Marlin 1895G .45/70 300gr JHp - 1810fps - recoil 21.87 ft.lbs
Kimber 84M Var. .22-250 PABT - 3725fps - recoil 4.37 ft.lbs
Colt Mat. Tar. HBAR .223 55gr FMJ - 3240fps - recoil 2.73 ft.lbs
I think the M70 in either .270 or .30-06 would be a good choice for you. I know the recoil wouldn't be a problem for me. Hope this info helps you.
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