I love my M70 and would have used it in that situation as well. While mine is currently a 7mm Remington Magnum, I don't think the specific cartidge is as important as people emphasize. While my rifle is the classic sporter, I do wish it was a feather weight design (alas, the suffering Lefty can only drool).
That is an great story and thank you for sharing. Love the rifle and that is a great buck.
