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M70 FEATHERWEIGHT,NS,257. $789ish.
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Not a bad price. Did the pre-64 257 Roberts have the short action, or the long action like the new one?
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The pre-64 was only made in a "long" action. Mag box had spacers in front/back/both to allow feeding. A filler block was added to the extractor which acted as a bolt stop and made different lengths to accomodate each caliber other than the standard 30.06 and magnum. A longer ejector compensated for shorter calibers. Wisner's Inc.
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Winchester never did make a short action pre-64 Model 70, in any cartridge.
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Gotcha. I really never got interested in the pre-64 rifles, or rather, what configurations were available for models back during those times.
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Like my Kimber 84 the only thing not to like is the commercial finish on the wood. And also like the 84M, the intricate checkering will make hand refinishing a tedious proposition.
Looks like a winner. Please give a range report when it arrives.
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I traded my Kimber 84 7-08 for a like new M70xtr 257Bob and it's without a doubt the best damned trade I've ever made.. Kimber made some fine rimfires but they're centerfires are way too overpriced for what you get.
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I traded my Kimber 84 7-08 for a like new M70xtr 257Bob and it's without a doubt the best damned trade I've ever made.. Kimber made some fine rimfires but they're centerfires are way too overpriced for what you get. Ouch......
I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA
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I traded my Kimber 84 7-08 for a like new M70xtr 257Bob and it's without a doubt the best damned trade I've ever made.. Kimber made some fine rimfires but they're centerfires are way too overpriced for what you get. Ouch...... Didn't hurt me one bit.. The old school blueing, action slick as glass and accurate. Hell what's not to like?
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Ouch as in the Kimbers are pretty expensive so you should get what you pay for but for the most part you don't.....
I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA
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I'd love to get one of the new 257's in my grubby hands though......especially if it is a fwt.....
I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA
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If you heed advice well I'd highly recommend buying one if you ever have the opportunity. Mine will never be for sale. I personally would prefer a XTR to a new mfg.. On finish alone.. Mine is gorgeous.. The blueing is stunning. And it's a 5/8" moa shooter as it came from Winchester with no bedding or trigger work. Slapped some Leopold dual dovetail bases, Burris signature rings and a FXIII 6X42 heavy duplex and that's a damned hunting rifle.
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did you all see that grices gun shop here in pa announced that they are making a limited run of 257 maple featherweights for 2013? here is a link, i figured if you all are looking at paying 800 and some change for a normal one maybe one of these would suit your fancy. http://issuu.com/digitalwires/docs/spring-sale_2012?viewMode=magazine&mode=embed
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For some reason I can't like maple gunstocks.. Spalted Maple revolver grips or knife handles are another story though..
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wonder if it will be a long action or short.
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wonder if it will be a long action or short. My understanding is it will be a long action.
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Just got an email from my shop in regards to my order on the Shot Show Model 70 Featherweight in .257 Roberts. Found it unusual that it is listed as satin finished walnut with stainless receiver and barrel. Had the impression it would be blued. What do you think....good or bad?
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Just got off the phone with Winchester. Apparently they are blued. Not sure why my vendor's order shows SS...maybe I'm getting a rare prototype....LOL.
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Figured it out......here's the description.......SS, but with a matte finish.
Win 535109211 70 Featherweight *SS Bolt 257 Roberts 22" 5+1 Walnut, Satin SS Model 70 has a stainless steel receiver. Stainless steel barrel; matte finish; free floating; Target Crown. M.O.A trigger system; Pre-64 action; three position safety; controlled round feed; controlled ejection. Grade I walnut stock; satin finish; cut checkering; schnabel forearm. Hinged floorplate; Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad; Sling swivel studs; Jeweled bolt body; Knurled bolt handle.
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