i have two south carolina fn manufactured m70's, an ew in 308 and a super grade in 270 win. both are outstanding in every way. i've killed deer, hogs, and elk with both. i like the moa trigger just fine. from all i've read the portugal m70's are equally good but i've never handled one. fact is, if you want a new m70, right off the line, you'll get a Portugal (assembled) version. if that doesn't grab you then used is in your future. i know i wouldn't hesitate to buy a new m70, assembled in portugal, if that's what i wanted. and i wouldn't give a thought to the enclosed trigger versus the older version. ymmv.
