That is definitely a fine looking M70 7mm. The 7x57 is nice mild mannered cartridge. This jogged my memory, I have a Ruger Round Top 7x57 in the safe. I bought it from a local pawnshop in the early 1990's. I replaced the aluminum floor plate that was cracked where the action screw goes through. If I recall correctly, I replaced the Weaver rings which had one or more screws stripped. Retained the 4x Leupold that was on it. Bought some Norma brand 154 grain (I think), carried it to range, and amazed myself and my neighbor with the 5 shot groups it shot. He had to shoot it to believe it. I think that was the last time that I fired it. I should get some brass and dies for it.
Sir Ron, I think your future stainless Ruger 458 Winchester should be a fine one. What are your barrel and stock plans on that one ?
