Outdoor Guns · #2
Model 70 Featherweight
Winchester
#2
Model 70 Featherweight
Winchester
Gear
Why it made the list
Controlled-round-feed done right. The claw extractor is the reason guides still carry M70s in bear country — a short-stroked round gets pulled clear instead of jamming. Walnut and steel, but built to be used.
Pros
- Controlled-round feed reliability
- Classic three-position safety
- Balances beautifully in the hand
Cons
- Heavier than modern ultralights
- Walnut needs care in wet country
Best uses
- Dangerous-game backup
- Traditional big-game hunting
- A lifetime heirloom rifle
Where to buy the Model 70 Featherweight
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