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Ok guys, I just purchased a new Win model 70 sporter in a 264 win mag 1:9 twist. I am wanting to set it up for long range hunting an maybe 1000 yard target.. I am gonna stay all factory with the gun no stock update. I would like preferences an ideas on bases an rings. I will prolly put a Bushnell DMR or Bushnell 4.5-18 LHRS on the gun. I would like any input or advice on the set up for best accuracy.
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The most solid set up will be one that eliminates physical connection points. In my order of preference: DNZ Game Reaper one-piece, one base ring/mount sets, next would be Talley Light-Weights, DNZ Hunt Master, etc. one-piece, two base ring/mount sets, and third would be a Picatinny rail/ring set. Everything else follows. The pic rail setup is by far the most common among the dedicated target and long-range groups. You can get up to +20 MOA versions of all the above choices.
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Thanks for the info!! Much appreciated.
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I would use a rail because of the elevation preloads available and flexible ring placement.
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If weight in not a concern I would go with Burris Signature rings and what ever bases would work. Otherwise I would use Tally.
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I owned a NH Classic Sporter in 264 a few years ago and had great luck with 140 VLDs and H1000. Was running Talleys and tried a few scopes on there.
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TND, the 1-9 twist stabilized the 140s ok?
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Buy the Talley two piece, you won't be sorry
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I didn't realize that Win went with a 1 in 9 twist? Why not a 1 in 8??
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I didn't realize that Win went with a 1 in 9 twist? Why not a 1 in 8?? Because if your gonna go wood, blued, CRF, paltry COAL confines, and crappy stock ergos on a Long Range gun... you might as well go the whole nine and twist it poorly to boot. A gloss finish Zeiss in windage adjustable bases would take it over the top....
You better pray to the God of Skinny Punks that this wind doesn't pick up......
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I didn't realize that Win went with a 1 in 9 twist? Why not a 1 in 8?? Because if your gonna go wood, blued, CRF, paltry COAL confines, and crappy stock ergos on a Long Range gun... you might as well go the whole nine and twist it poorly to boot. A gloss finish Zeiss in windage adjustable bases would take it over the top.... There is a huge shortage or "classy" LR rigs I found the 9 twist just fine w/ the 140s at near sea level. This group was at 212 yards IIRC.
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I would use a rail because of the elevation preloads available and flexible ring placement. If I were setting it up for 1000 yds. then I would use a 20 MOA rail also. Not the prettiest, but the most functional.
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Good to know. I have a Model 70 extreme weather .264 wm. Also 1-9 twist. Mine is a 26" barrel. Haven't tried anything over 130 grain yet. Looks like that will change. Goodshot
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I have the Ruger Hawkeye 24 inch tube 1:8 an it shoots the 143 VLD X with h1000 at 100 yds 5/8 group very well pleased.. I am gonna try 123 A Max in my 1:9 model 70 26 inch tube hoping to get some good groups there
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Nice group TDN.. I am currently using 143 eld x an 62 grains of h1000 5/8 group at 100 out of my Ruger Hawkeye 24 inch 264
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There is a huge shortage or "classy" LR rigs I found the 9 twist just fine w/ the 140s at near sea level. This group was at 212 yards IIRC. "Ebony" tips and red pads.... are for chicks with Jungle Fever.... not rifles.
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I didn't realize that Win went with a 1 in 9 twist? Why not a 1 in 8?? Because if your gonna go wood, blued, CRF, paltry COAL confines, and crappy stock ergos on a Long Range gun... you might as well go the whole nine and twist it poorly to boot. A gloss finish Zeiss in windage adjustable bases would take it over the top.... There is a huge shortage or "classy" LR rigs I found the 9 twist just fine w/ the 140s at near sea level. This group was at 212 yards IIRC. TDN, looks good to me. OP, I like your rifle, have always liked the M70s.
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It may be awhile before I get mine all set up but when I do I will post some pics. Thanks for all the replies an help.
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I'd like to see RL26 tested in the 264 Win. I suspect good things.
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