The basic stock design is of the modern classic type and it correctly positions the eye for use with a telescopic sight. Moderator: GUNNER_D 35 posts ⢠Page 2 of 2 ⢠1, 2. The barrel is free floated. This makes most .260 rifles about 1/2" shorter than equivalent 6.5x55 rifles, but in the Model 70 Featherweight the 6.5x55 shares the specifications of the short action, rather than the standard length action calibers, so this is a non-issue (except for the Model 70's slightly longer bolt throw). The Remington 700 is machined from 4140 tubing and is generally concentric (pro). It is easy and positive to use, more so than the vaunted three position safety of the Model 70, in my judgment. The Featherweight has a longer bolt throw and a much larger loading port than the Mountain Rifle. The biggest plusses for the Model 70 Classic Featherweight are its superior balance and slightly greater weight that reduces recoil. The Remington Model 700 is the best selling bolt action hunting rifle in the world. The forward position is "fire" and back is "safe." The rearward "safe" position locks the trigger, but not the bolt. The trigger guard bow is slightly enlarged forward of the trigger to accommodate winter gloves, a nice touch. The Model 700 bolt stop is secured with a longer sear pin. These are attractive and functional hunting rifles. Neither of us would want it any lighter. I prefer a pre'64 Winchester. The pistol grip has a slightly tighter curve than the Featherweight's. LSS stands for laminated/stainless steel. It features a straight comb and a comfortable cheekpiece. Both the Remington Model 700 Mountain Rifle and Winchester Model 70 Featherweight have previously been reviewed and those articles can be found on the Product Reviews index page. Many products featured on this site were editorially chosen. Using factory loads the Remington Mountain Rifle's average group size proved to be 1.5 inches at 100 yards. Iron sights are not supplied, but studs for detachable sling swivels are. It is this collection small features, unnoticed by many newbie hunters and shooters, as well as its fundamentally sound design, that has made the Model 70's reputation as the "Rifleman's Rifle." If you are swinging the rifle while reloading (as is sometimes the case when the target is a fleeing or charging animal) the cartridge will not become misaligned and jam the action, or be thrown completely from the rifle. I'll take the Remington 700 over a post '64 Winchester though. The Featherweight is perhaps the best known model in Winchester's storied Model 70 line. 300 Winchester Mag â 26â barrel; 2. The very attractive three panel checkering wraps completely around the forearm. It is not particularly strong and does not take a very big "bite" on the case. The barrel is free floated. This makes it easier and faster to reload, a matter of little importance until an emergency arises. The bolt release is a small lever at the left of the rear receiver ring. The bolt face is fully recessed and surrounds the case head. Both come with 140 grain pointed soft point type bullets. The Mountain Rifle LSS wears a Leupold VX-3 2.5-8x36mm scope in a low Leupold mount. winchester 70 is great that bolt out of the box was so smooth and after 3 ours of zeroing still butter smooth. In fact, it is those reviews that inspired this comparison. Many knowledgeable experts regard the Model 70 as the finest bolt action ever designed for a hunting rifle. 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Model 700 CDL SF. The walnut stocked, classically styled Featherweight is an exceptionally attractive rifle, although more subdued and refined. It is a somewhat lightened version of the standard Model 70. The Featherweight wears a Weaver Grand Slam 3-10x40mm scope in a low Leupold mount. The Featherweight comes with an American black walnut stock. This is what is called a "controlled feed" action. In fact I THINK the present Model 70s could be the best 70s they have ever made. The recoil pad is solid black rubber with a flat face, set off by a black line spacer. (The Model 700 CDL SF version achieves this, albeit with a longer 24 inch barrel.). The Winchester Model 70, in its pre-64 version, was the one that all other bolt actions were compared to at the time. Winchester Model 70 Classic triggers are adjustable, after removing the barreled action from the stock, for sear engagement and weight of pull by means of two screws and locknuts. Neither has any glaring flaws. (Note that this Model 70 Classic has the original Model 70 trigger system, not the current, improved, MOA trigger system.). In order to keep it simple, this article only introduces popular features of the rifles. We found its brown laminated stock with the extensive checkering pattern and black forearm tip and grip cap very attractive. This is basically an improved Mauser type, front locking, two lug action with a 90 degree bolt lift. Itâs one of the higher-end sub-models because of the stainless steel fluted barrel (hence the name SF). It nicely sets off the silver stainless steel barreled action. It is all there: Three-Position Safety and solid, sure handling. Both are good guns. Regardless, it works pretty well. The MSRP of the two rifles is similar, as is their purpose. The Model Seven (above, top) utilizes a different bolt stop than the Remington 700 (above, bottom). The floor plate release is a small button at the front of the trigger guard, which is satisfactory, but not particularly easy to operate. Fully forward is "fire," fully to the rear is "safe" (blocking both the trigger and striker) and locks the bolt closed. nothing against the rem. Anyone trying to choose between these two rifles will have to look beyond intrinsic accuracy. I am only looking to sell he rifle because of the cost of ammo. This is so the rifle can be left on safe while being unloaded. There is little to choose between the performance of the two cartridges. It is a conventional push feed, front locking, two-lug action with a 90-degree bolt lift. This extractor has drawn a lot of flack over the years, as perhaps the action's worst feature. Their ballistics are essentially interchangeable, both launching a 140 grain, .264 inch bullet at around 2700 fps when loaded to the same pressure. Copyright 2004, 2017 by Chuck Hawks. The Mountain Rifle LSS is more eye-catching than the Classic Featherweight. Gordon and I did all of the shooting at the Izaak Walton range near Eugene, Oregon. The classic Model 70 bolt action is a throwback to an earlier era when skilled labor was affordable and no one much cared if firearms were labor intensive to produce. Most groups were 3-shots, with a few 5-shot groups to keep us honest. Today's Model 70 has the addition of the M.O.A.⢠Trigger System, improved fit and finish and enhanced accuracy to go along with its classic Pre-â64 controlled round feeding. Gordon set the Mountain Rifle's trigger for a crisp 2.25 pound release, the pull weight he prefers. As a fast, slick, reliable action, it was, and is, hard to beat. Winchester put a tiny tiny bit more into the gun than remington on some of their basic models such as the finish on the bolt. Also appreciated are its coned breech, large loading port, greater magazine capacity, controlled feed, more convenient bolt release and integral recoil lug. In fact, it is those reviews that inspired this comparison. The Leupold scope has a Mil-dot reticle and the Weaver scope has a standard plex reticle. The bolt knob has a knurled ring, supposedly for a more positive grip. Remington Express factory loads were used in the Remington rifle and Sellier & Bellot factory loads in the Winchester rifle. Which is as it should be; intrinsic accuracy is seldom the most important attribute of any hunting rifle. The intermediate (middle) position keeps the trigger locked, but allows the bolt to be operated to unload the chamber. Generous three panel, point pattern checkering wraps all the way around the slender, rounded forearm, which has an attractive black tip. Three-quarters of a century of total performance is what comes with every Winchester Model 70. Winchester Model 70s have held their quality to this present day. The safety is of the flag type, located at the right rear of the bolt. The plunger ejector mounted in the bolt face is positive and reliable. This stock features a straight comb and a comfortable cheekpiece. The ejector is of the fixed blade type, mounted in the receiver, which allows the reloader to gently remove a fired case by hand by merely opening the bolt slowly. Field & Stream may receive financial compensation for products purchased through this site. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. Controlled feeding also makes double feed jams almost impossible. The bolt handle is attractively checkered, although functionally I prefer a smooth bolt knob. It is terminated with a black plastic cap. The Model 70 receiver is more rigid (pro) but heavier (con). This is a handy feature at the rifle range and for reloaders. The engine turned-bolt uses a full length Mauser-type extractor that takes a very large bite on the case rim to help extract oversize, dirty, or stuck cases, which is more important in the field than at the range. The 700 has a better and more accurate barrel imo. Both are more than accurate enough for all practical hunting purposes. Although Gordon and I are both reloaders, reloads were not used for this comparison. It is frequently chosen as the basis for custom built rifles in the U.S. I set this one for the three pound release I prefer for a hunting rifle. Both rifles ⦠The Model 700s I own are up to about 2008. (Note that this rifle came with the previous generation Model 700 trigger, not the current X-Mark Pro trigger system.). The Featherweight is a suitable mountain rifle and a superior all-around rifle. Copyright © 2021 Field & Stream. The basic stock design is of the modern classic type and positions the eye properly for use with a telescopic sight. Re: Remington 700 Mountain VS Winchester M70 Extreme Weather by Die Judicii » Sun Jun 18, 2017 11:26 am Jezzami101 wrote: I've gone and bought a Winchester Model 70 featherweight, should be here in a few months hopefully (was told 3-6 by my local) as winchesters shipment hasn't come in yet and I'm not willing to change what caliber I want.
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