jimmy,
I just purchased a 8400, and the store had two of the new m70's in. one in 30.06, one in 270. The 270 had outstanding wood. when comparing though, I though the 70 had weak blue, and the bolt handle appeared to be done in more of a dull blue. The extractor seemed to made of a different metal all together. The stock inletting looked alittle rough. While a pretty gun, it did seem alittle less in quality then the old M70's. Action felt alittle rough. Alot like Pamela Anderson. Nice from a distance, but not as hot as it used to be up close. Also a big gap in the floorplate-to-wood fit. I never opened the box on the Kimber till I got home, but it's pretty much perfect. After this season, I hope to send it to Ric Bin, and liven up the stock alittle.
