Post 64' Winchester model 70

[komifornian]

I'm thinking about buying a used Winchester model 70 that I can pick up really cheap but don't have any experience with them. Up to now I've either gone the custom route or with Remington actions as a starting point for a build. Are post 64' Winchester actions any good? Just looking for opinions..

Thanks-

 

[LRJammer]

Some are better than others. Just depends on when and where it was built. The better ones are excellent. Especially the later versions that are CRF. I have had four and still have three. With the exception of an AI, dont intend on ever buying anything else.

 

[darrenk75b]

They get little respect, but they can be an excellent action to work with. FaI have a 6XC built on a Winchester 770 (essentially an ADL-style budget Win 70) that is shooting great groups. Can't complain.

 

[coldboremiracle]

Inherited one from my Grandpa in 30 06, shoots great, love it.

 

[Apache659]

This write up might give you a little bit of insight into the different changes through the years ...
Winchester Model 70 rifles (Win. Model 70)

I love my Model 70, it's a '92 revision, I had it reworked by McBros many years ago. I haven't shot it much in a while but since I'm getting older it's got my attention again, as it should be ...

 

[madppcs]

I have one in 7mag built by Phoenix Custom Rifles. Its an incredible rifle.