I don't think I've ever heard more than conspicuous jibber jabber and raving of how the "post 64" rifles are junk and the pre-64's are better... so my question is can you list what one should be looking for.. Kind of a hitch-hikers guide if you will.
Can someone cleanly state what parts and processes changed.
OR
The accuracy or other reasons.
So far the only one I remember that was mentioned like that (not that I know this is true)
1) Metal to wood finish "fit" is better on a pre-64?
2) Metal to metal (bolt to action, lug contact, ... ) are tighter ?
3) Blueing is higher quality ?
4) The barrels were made by hot looking Swedish chicks listed in the 223 AI thread.
I was Born in 64 so I want to know....
Any Model 70 CRF made today is superior to a Pre 64 in wood, metal and finish
Except trigger, and bolt handle...
I have one of each. My new 70 (USA built) is VERY nice. My P64 is much smoother - probably because it was hand fitted and its been shot a lot. Both are nice rifles - neither lives in it's factory stock anymore.
