Originally Posted by BobinNH
Originally Posted by Mule Deer
I don't think Bob is saying all lightweight rifles are persnickety. Instead his post is specifically about pre-'64 Model 70 Feathwerweights, especially in their original stocks with no bedding work. This isn't just because of the bedding but because pre-'64 actions weren't as precisely made (as in "blueprinted") as many newer rifles. Plus they had iron sights attached to their barrels, which can also affect accuracy.

That's nothing against the pre-'64 Model 70 Winchester. It was what it was, and the Featherweights I've owned have shot plenty well enough for general big game hunting. But they did NOT shoot like my NULA rifles.



Exactly. John understands what I was saying.

It's a trait of pre 64 FW 30/06's in particular and based on having had and shot quite a few. In general I have found the 270's a bit less fussy.



I'll agree with both of you guys. My fwt 30-06 does very well, but the 270 is less finicky. Really pisses me off, as I am a huge fan of the 30-06:

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TCP, another bullet you might want to consider is the el-cheapo Winchester powerpoint. I use the same seater die setting to load both the 180gr. partition and powerpoint. Both bullets are off the lands by about .020":

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I worked up this load for 2 30-06's and went with the average of the best load between the 2. Here's how the other rifle likes it:
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Never owned a nula, but I imagine they shoot damn well. Also since we are talking about accuracy with partitions, I have to throw this target out for you:
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Not the one you were expecting huh???
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Originally Posted by raybass
I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style.
Originally Posted by Pharmseller
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