Ummmmmmm opinions! Well, since I do own several Rugers and Winchesters in the models you mentioned, I would opt for the model 70 Winchester, accuracy can be hit or miss with either but I do believe she will like the handling of the model 70 better in the wood stock and thiner forearm, my daughter did anyway and so did my wife. I think the model 70 featheweight has cleaner lines and looks a bit more classy. The 1/2 pound difference will be a plus for her to shoot and tote around the fields and woods. Model 70 Winchester all the way!!!
