Winchester Model 70

[@hickok45]

A little "brain fade" on this one. I say in the video that I've never owned a Model 70. Well, actually, about 15 to 20 years ago I DID own a Model 70 in .458 Win Mag. Guess I had it for a couple of years. How one forgets THAT punishment, even for a moment, I'll never know. I think the poor guy has just owned and/or fired WAY too many firearms in his life. Time to take up a new hobby, like Barbie Doll collecting or bird watching. :-)

[@prylosecorsomething3194]

Bird watching through the scope of a rifle

[@JEEPmanDAVE]

hickok45 No pumpkins?

[@joenobody5696]

Hmm Barbie doll sniping. ..

[@luckykleinschmidt3931]

hickock please answer what do you think of the s&w sport 2 and the Aero precision AC15 for NY first ar 15

[@jagdishdhaygude6588]

hickok45 you are awesome Hickok.... keep uploading more interesting videos... we appreciate your work 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@petterdalbyvesteras7428]

I cured my deppression by starting with hunting and competetion shooting, winchester model70 was my first rifle i learned to shoot with

[@xallthatremains8339]

The Judgemental Cat That's a bold assumption. I enjoy hunting but am no psychopath. The overwhelming majority of hunters eat what they kill. Maybe stop watching gun related videos so you don't get triggered and stick to softer, less offensive content

[@truthseek3017]

The Judgemental Cat You are a scumbag.

[@Mell0wfell0w-v9g]

The Judgemental Cat

[@tristanmyers897]

The Judgemental Cat yes. Supplying yourself and or your family meat is for psychopaths

[@movessmitt6427]

No, of course hunting isn't psychopathic if you're making good use of the meat. I was actually pretty addicted to drugs after a housefire, and after getting sober and being very bored, I started shooting (not hunting) and it's definitely a motivation to stay sober, a fun hobby indeed.

[@radioflitercairplanes1715]

I remember when my dad worked at Winchester..I remember going with home when He spent days sending hundreds and hundred and hundreds of rounds down the barrel's of three model 70's ..the one chambered in 270 was my favorite and became mine 30 years latter. Dad would purchase the competitions rifles and fire them too. 2,500 rounds then break them all down and inspect for any wear etc . He was the head of product planning and development , this type of real world testing was not at all uncommon ..Dad wanted to know that when he talked shop ..he had the notes , records and hands on experiance to back up the claims. The model 70 is one hell of a rifle , anyone considering one will not be disappointed.

[@FALguy-rl3yn]

Sounds like a cool job

[@miljenko4209]

well any not reproduction/copy from shady brand mauser action rifle is great

[@McDanielRanch]

Do you know anything about a win 770?

[@radioflitercairplanes1715]

@@McDanielRanchit was for those that wanted a model 70 & couldn't quite afford one. My dad had one up until about 13 years ago. I think he sold it for around $300.00 it was in perfect condition with box.

[@christopherkingsland4604]

The M70 is King and iconic.

[@billjones264]

Hickock45 is so cool his sweat turns his clothes into camouflage 😂

[@DL-ij7tf]

That's spare Ballistol for field lubrication.

[@GaMt13]

He sweats Hoppe’s 9.

[@larrytischler570]

I'm in his age bracket, or there abouts, and the really cool thing about him is how he can see and shoot at those long shots, even offhand, and make several shots in succession. And he can do it with a handgun with open sights.

[@cs-rj8ru]

HaHa...So now I know why most West Virginians wear Cammo...They just never change.

[@larrytischler570]

@@cs-rj8ru and you never know what the hell you are talking about.

[@miked8227]

Found mine (.270) leaning in the corner of a gun dealers office while waiting for him to write me a check. Inquired about it and he just took it in on an estate sale , never been shot or had a scope mounted. Need less to say he wrote the check for less money and it’s been my favorite deer rifle for 30 years. It’s an extension of my body while carrying it a pure joy to own.

[@fredflintstone6163]

Thanks for sharing

[@caseycole5911]

I’m starting to believe anti gun people watch these videos just to dislike it. If you ask me it’s impossible to dislike any of hickok45s videos. knowledgable, honest, well mannered, and funny? If you dislike any of hickok45s videos please explain why

[@pliablemoose]

Casey Cole They grow up thinking meat is grown in the grocery store, magically shrink wrapped.

[@AusiKifaru27]

Let them.... Their dislikes actually help promote a channel.

[@TheSeanoops]

Really, it’s like spending quality time with your Grandpa. Who doesn’t want to spend time with their Grandpa?

[@fuckjewtube69]

I think I know. He said "Hwhile" at one point.

[@jacksonmeads1161]

Vulcan 14 I know right watching these video reminds me of spending time with my grandpa and that’s why I watch him

[@sawdust6968]

carlos Hathcock and his 30 06 model 70 was a historic combination.

[@ede4961]

Amazing stories about that man!

[@motaki701]

@Gaunter O'Dimm And you received from your facts from what source. Please don't say that you received your vast knowledge from the Fake News Freak Show.

[@easy3088]

@Gaunter O'Dimm go hug a tree, ya ignorant leftee.

[@ataraxia2894]

Gaunter O'Dimm as one of the people who are countrymen with the people he’s killed, nah. He didn’t go out of his way to torture or do anything horrible, he just went above and beyond as a soldier. No idea what the corporations have to do with this. Sure, they’d benefit and all but I don’t think you can lobby for a war(not too well versed in US politics so correct me if I’m wrong) and even if they did, they weren’t the ones who started it. The US government was the one that decided to go to war with us and the responsibility lies with them.

[@dr.thunder2632]

@Gaunter O'Dimm a proxy war is for corporations?

[@jaywest4102]

What a beautiful sound from the bolt click-click click-click

[@sotis1756]

But nothing takes the k98 bolt

[@mrsoliton]

Mister you look like to me as a dude who would search gasoline with a match

[@miguelolmedo9178]

The older models sound better, this sounds as if it's plastic on plastic.

[@Atrainfrey]

My grandfather is a collector of pre 64 model 70s and has already passed a target model down to me in .220 swift, in my opinion they're the most beautiful rifle model ever invented. My dad always used a Model 70 in .300 H&H since he was a kid and still does to this day for deer hunting, he calls it his "meat gun" haha.

[@ryanehlis426]

300 H&H is one of the best rifle rounds ever.

[@reginaldprice5856]

I have a 300 H&H model 70 that I got in 1953. Still use it and still hunt with it! Favorite gun out of all my guns.

[@fedup3582]

I just picked up a model 70 pre 64 in 300 H&H, can't wait to hunt with it.

[@zanesnear4334]

For years I have struggled with my ptsd one if my friends said I should spend more time at the range what I have learned once I get behind the trigger I feel alive and every thing melts away even if iam just poking holes in paper best counseling money can buy I love to watch your channel seams like every gun you re view I want lol thank your sir

[@terryedmond4492]

"If the hunter does his part, the .270 will never let you down!", Jack O'Conner.

[@amtrakjohn]

I'm glad Hickok mentioned Jack's name in the video. He was a great sportsman, hunter and gentleman of the old school. I have 3 of his shooting books in my library, and still refer to them occasionally. Yeah, he loved his .270s!

[@markhasleton5533]

And he was EXACTLY right !

[@Cr0cket20]

I've got the pre 64 featherweight in .308 passed down from my grandpa. Great gun.

[@m.c.ballyhoo1494]

Hold onto that make it an heirloom

[@ludwigvistilite]

I currently have a Win extreme weather mod70 in .30-06. Finest factory rifle I own. (I have 35 rifles) I have owned 2 others.....a pre64 in .300 H&H and a New Haven made classic in .308win. Every one of them is a shooter. 0.8moa or better for the 2 newest ones and I got almost 1 moa with the 300 H&H. They are still my favorite design. I wont ever sell the E.W. one I have now. Trigger breaks like a glass rod snapping. Hickok.....I love your shows. They are always informative and entertaining. Keep up the good work!!!

[@michaels9034]

I have the Winchester model 70 Featherweight in .308. I've owned/shot MANY MANY different guns all my life (I'm 51yrs old). I was a Gunners Mate in the Navy. Let me tell you, the Model 70 is one, if not the best, of the best rifles I've ever shot. It's accurate, dependable and I've never had any issues with hangups or feeds or any other issues. Simply put the bullets in and pull the trigger and it will shoot and hit what you aim at, as long as your scope is right, lol.

[@fingersmcgillicuddy]

I bought a featherweight in .270 last year, has given me nothing but joy with a simple 3-9 Leupold on top. So happy to see this!

[@richcates2249]

When i was a little kid ill never forget my dad had a pre-64 70 in 308 we were just out plinking. That thing kicked me so much, but I loved it because it so. Thank you to both Hickok's father and son for helping relive those memories. I still shoot rifles but now I shoot blackpowder replica Hawken rifles someday I'LL figure how to shoot you guys a few pictures you will be impressed. Again thank you both.....

[@allencreekoutdoors5896]

Great video Hickok45. I own a Model 70 in 30-06. It’s taken a number of deer here in Kentucky. All of my family has deer hunted with Winchester Model 70’s and a Model 670 all in 30-06. I have a lot of rifles but I always pull out the Model 70 come hunting season. When I pick it up I think of my Dad, deer season, and the nostalgia of the Winchester brand. To me it is “the rifleman’s rifle”.

[@capturedbycamera2747]

This is the rifle that my grandpa is giving me in a few years. I shot my first deer with it and he hand made the stock. Truly an amazing rifle and I feel blessed to own one.

[@hickok45]

That is very cool. Yours will have so much sentimental value, as well as practical value. Hope you have a gun safe and will keep it rust-free for YOUR kids and grand kids down the road.

[@bigbywolf6470]

hickok please make more videos on classic hunting rifles like this

[@mpett2]

Yea really

[@barriflores4097]

yes yes yes please

[@tonnywildweasel8138]

patriot man 24 : agree!!

[@michaelt5871]

nothing like hickok in the morning

[@robbrown5702]

Mine is an early 64 in 338 Win mag. My Friend has the African model in 458. We both load down and enjoy the accuracy without the teeth rattling recoil. Keep up the good work on the best shooting channel on you tube!

[@gaerich1]

Beautiful rifle! I have a model 70 in 300 H&H magnum made in 1955 and I wouldn't trade it for anything in the world. I absolutely love it

[@joshuaoltman6950]

I have been using a Post-64 (1965) Model 70 in 270 win for years, basically since I started hunting. Taken several deer with it and I can't say I have noticed any reliability issues with it. It is a really good shooter, bolt still feels really good.

[@PPISAFETY]

Looking at that beautiful Model 70 brings back memories of growing up reading Jack O'Conner. I might have to get one more Model 70 before I'm too old to shoot it. I think mine will be a Featherweight in .270 of course.

[@vilsiran]

Tom Crawford you’ll regret that unless your a 270 shooter.

[@michaelcapobianco5627]

@@wizardofahhhs759 I've also had the mod. 70 featherweight in 30-06. yes it had too much of a kick. Traded it for a new mod 70 super grade pre 64 same cal. though. Hated to do it because the featherweight was just beautiful with its shrabnel fore arm . Anyway ,thats that . The new one is beautiful and the pre 64 action is smooth. Love it

[@volcommadness]

Yay!! Just woke up and brewed my coffee! Time for some good ol Hickok much love from Texas

[@patmac7139]

Haha, same over here!

[@assbread5950]

yep, me too. can't think of a better way to wake up.

[@Threewolfs-]

Must be a Texas thing, just brewed a fresh cup and sat down, grabbed my IPAD and there he was Hickok45, “Life is Good” 👍🏻🤠, Long Live Texas.

[@kristianbrn2959]

Same here in Denmark ;)

[@thatguythedude1563]

SoyBoy

[@loganite7103]

I'm glad my grandfather passed his down to me such a beautiful firearm, with the original Leopold scope, glad I have one of these in my collection

[@frankbender5277]

The Winchester is my dream gun. It will be my next rifle purchase. I have a 30-06 xbolt Browning, but I want the Winchester!! Your videos are awesome and educational. I am 61, but have learned alot more about guns from you and your videos. Thanks!

[@NYGiantsDiEhArD]

I have a 1949 (pre-'64) model 70 that I bought from Calamity Jane's for around 700 bucks. I went casual rifle shopping, the Model 70 being my top dream gun, and I just happened to find it on a roundabout rack, on no special display, listed at 700. I was totally shocked given how coveted a pre-'64 Model 70 is. I bought it on the spot (well not really; I was young and poor so I went home and made a list of excuses to buy it, scraped all my change together, THEN went back and bought it). I wasn't sure why it was so cheap, because those tend to go for thousands, but I found that condition is a huge influence, and that you CAN find Model 70s dip below a thousand if they're worn. Mine certainly isn't sparkly clean, and the finish shows its age, but I could care less; I love that rifle. Chambered in .270 and I took my first deer with that gun.

[@GearheadExplorer85]

Would really like to get the M70 Alaskan in the .30-06 chambering. That way I can get good with the iron sights before buying a scope. They look great with iron sights too.

[@dopedickinsonbb8359]

Crockett85 dude im literally about to get wat u wamt in 15 min im so stoked an the guy has no idea what he has id tell u price but u would probably think im a fkn liar

[@christianrussell9900]

Mine should arrive this week. Been looking for a 30-06 with iron sights for a while. Most hunting in the northeast is within 100 yards. Not a fan of scopes.

[@ccfalcons58]

FINALLY A CLASSIC HUNTING RIFLE

[@ccfalcons58]

You guys should try and get your hands on a Remington model 760 Gamemaster

[@jvengence]

Dare I say THE classic hunting rifle.

[@cs-rj8ru]

@@jvengence Doesn't classic just mean "old" these days? :)

[@catsspat]

I have a Model 70 based FN SPR in .308Win. Its accuracy out of the box is absolutely amazing.

[@paulsimmons5726]

M 70's are the classic American rifle. Other companies have made cheaper for people that go skinny but a Winchester Model 70 is as good as it gets for hunting, period! I have 3 SC FN 70's: a Fwt in 257 Roberts, a Fwt in 7x57, & a Safari Express in 375h&h. All 3 are great shooters with excellent fit and finish. All 3 wear Leupolds.

[@CaptBob44]

Another great video! I grew up reading Jack O’Connor with his Model 70 in 270 stories in Outdoor Life. I always wanted a Model 70 and eventually bought a .30-06 1974 that shot great, the action was silky smooth, but always dreamed of a pre-64. When Winchester went back to offering the classic version with claw extractor and controlled feed I bought a .300WSM featherweight and love it!

[@alltiallo]

I just bought a Winchester Model 70 .308 here in Sweden. Finding this video was awesome! 👍

[@ckim6400]

My sweet 1955 Winchester model 70 feather light in .243 Winchester shoots like a dream. My dad bought it and handed it down to me.

[@mr.lumberjakn3055]

C Kim I’ve got that exact rifle and caliber, I bought it about 5 years ago and am going to hand it down to my daughter one day.

[@reb1050]

Not a pre 64, but the Winchester Featherweight in a 30-06 I got back in 82 is extremely accurate and dependable. A lot of deer have taken a dirt nap over the past 37 yrs.

[@10use]

These videos are an absolute treasure. Thank you for taking the time to explain things...Your enthusiasm is contagious.

[@teddysalad8227]

My heart actually started beating faster when you started shooting this beautiful rifle.

[@devinstetler6874]

You are an incredible free hand shooter. Very accurate, better than many on a bench.

[@angelaprater2679]

John here my dad had 1 and I got after he pass and now I.m 64 so I pass it on in the family. Always love it 30.06 featherweight. Dad got it in 1975 Had a Redfield 4 power scope I replace scope to a Redfield 5 star Gold 4x12x50 in 1997.

[@mag318]

I bought a Super Grade with a Maple stock in 270, since I've never owned a 270. For a scope I mounted a Swarovski Z3 which is great glass. The pre 64 M70s are revered but I think these new ones are every bit as good if not better though no longer made in New Haven. Great review as always.

[@nonya5475]

You are one of the people I most trust to do a review. Also, you do in depth reviews but not too long. And finally the reviews do not have a lot of things in them we do not need. Thank you!

[@nmelkhunter1]

Classic rifle. I have three model 70’s FTWs; one in 30-06, which is a pre 64, another in 270 and the last in 280. All are great shooters but the most accurate is the 30-06 and shoots 1/2” groups at 100 yards with 165 Partitions. The other two are not far behind. They have all put elk, deer and pronghorn in the freezer. Great video and please do more on great hunting rifles.

[@berniestraight126]

Have one. My dad got his model 70 270 in 1951 when he turned 18 now I’m 59 and my son or daughter will end up with it wonderful rifle thanks again 45

[@travisrains3659]

I have a pre 64 30-06 made in 1950. Great shooter . Has a vintage weaver K6 with the tip over scope mount. Also have a 308 and 243 made in 70 and 80 . Great videos.

[@pichum4st3r]

Travis Rains Is there a quality difference between your pre 64 gun and your other guns?

[@travisrains3659]

pichum4st3r they all shoot great the pre 64 has nicer checking and the bolt is tighter when working it.

[@ChrisSmith-sq8vi]

I own a Winchester model 70 308 cal. Made in 1989. Had it all my life. They stopped making them in early 90s then started production up around 2011. I bought one for my son when I seen they started making them again. Absolutely love the model 70. Harvested many deer with it.

[@outlawfordixie2760]

I agree that it’s one of the best hunting rifles. The rifle has hunted everything from deer to veitcong. Always effective.

[@93rt]

INCREDIBLE! My first gun was given to me by my dad and by his dad. A 57 featherwight .30-06. I watched some vids of yours many years ago and suggested doing a model 70 review. The rifleman's rifle.

[@austinkramer2175]

Hi John I have been watching your channel for years and I am a true admirer of all you work sadly here is South African the gun law is so hard for us to own guns as my self I am lucky to say I own a few my self now I am a CZ man nothing against glock like you say it's how it feels in your hand to get right done to the point in the last year we have lost over 1400 farmer's in South Africa that's been brutally murders I would like all your followers to see this and help suport of farmers in this time as our government just dose not care at all. Thanx and keep shooting.

[@Moishel_Mitnyk]

dude you need to gtfo right now, ANC has public talked about white genocide, dont risk it, the russian gov is taking afrikan refugees, giving them free land and money to farm in Siberia and the Far East, look into it this may be that last chance for you and your family not to get macheted.

[@sonnygunz9207]

You guys are in big trouble down there. The news doesn’t even cover it, because you’re white. You need to fight back on all fronts. We feel for you here in Texas. Wish we could come and help you guys out. How organized are the people in danger?

[@rdrake316]

God bless the Boer farmer. Apartheid existed for good reason.

[@joedanna1827]

These moronic idiots kill the farmers ? They will starve to death . Morons they were only good at building mud huts .

[@mosin9105]

I was shooting off hand with a scoped .270 at 100 yds today and every heart beat moved the reticle all over, off and on the target. It is extremely difficult, if not impossible for me. I switched to kneeling, and that wasn’t much better. Then, I went to a seated position, and finally started getting decent hits on an 8” target. I really don’t know how you do so well off-hand. You’re amazing!

[@Alienated6749]

I got a Winchester 70 in 30/06 looks just like that I love that gun!

[@09764312468]

Is yoursa featherweight?

[@Alienated6749]

@@09764312468 no dont think so it's an older one but I love those guns!

[@nathanchampion3809]

I enjoyed hearing your comments about the smooth Mdl 70 action. I can relate. In college I took my '93 Mauser and sporterized it as a class project. This was in the early 1990's in a free state. I knew at the time how much more pleasurable it is to work that action as compared to any of my hunting buddies' rifles. I also knew how much I didn't know about ballistics when I purchased a box of 7x57 ammo at a pawn shop with 175 gr round nose bullets and how much better it shot than ANYTHING else. 1 in 8.7 in barrel twist is what I learned about as opposed to what more modern 7mm were shooting. I had to be schooled by my own experience and those lessons are the ones that stick with a person. Just the history of Mauser's is something I can find easy to read.

[@CS58420]

The absolute best! I have taken many deer with my Model 70 featherweight in 30.06. Can't wait for the Alaskan version in 6.8 Western.

[@richmoore3223]

Hunting in the Rockies for over 3 decades now,Dad and I have used the model 70 in 300. Win mag for everything from pronghorn to Moose.Cant go wrong with the 70.

[@MrSuperchargeron]

I have a 1951 model 70 chambered in 300 H&H. Great rifle! I also have an imperial grade Husqvarna in .243. that's a real fine rifle too!!

[@tyrepair]

I got into hunting later in life (early 30's) and my first rifle was a Tikka T3. It was a great rifle, but with the stainless steel barrel and black synthetic stock, it didn't have what I considered to be a "deer rifle" (my high school and current adult friends all have blued steel, wood stocked Remington 700s and similar rifles). Well, one day when I was just wondering through the rifle section of the sporting good store and an older gentleman had just traded in his rifle collection. Among the rifles was a newer Model 70 in the same caliber of my Tikka (not a Supergrade like John's, but it's neat because it has the BOSS system on it). I traded my Tikka in the next day and have 0 regrets. Love the Mauser action, the trigger is great, the BOSS lets me tweak it to get sub-.5" MOA without much trouble, plus it has the "classic deer rifle" look I was missing.

[@tanikasolomon]

Thanks for explaining the scope’s crosshairs and the fact that it so sensitive when standing. I thought I was just having trouble using a scope. I was gifted My first bolt action rifle a week ago. I’m learning via videos in time for Deer Season.

[@mikek8089]

I always wanted a "70" chambered in .270.....yes, I'm a Jack O'Connor fan. My problem is that I am left handed. So I was elated when Winchester finally made some 70's with left hand actions! Now I have my "70" in .270! LIFE IS GOOD!

[@Balin_James]

Watching this while cleaning my Model 70. How fitting

[@msedaviss]

Thank you for educating me on my Winchester model 70 rifle. I learned a lot and have a greater appreciation for it now. I would consider myself a fast learning novice. You taught me a lot about the ammo I need and can use. Great video and again, very much appreciated.

[@vin-32]

This is the most accurate hunting rifle ever. Im so happy that i own one!!

[@jamesbriggs3092]

i am in the process of getting a new model 70 in 270. i own a couple of them and i love them. i have to say they are a premium rifle. i owned a pre 64 in 270, but it got stolen. so now its time to get a new 270. thanks for the excelent post.

[@Stormyism]

I've been a huge fan of your older firearm reviews over the years. I might have to add this to my collection. Looks like it would make a fine elk gun.

[@theorderlyguy5315]

I have a pre 64 model 70 chambered in .270 manufactured in 1948. Shoots like a dream and I've taken lots of game with it. My first hunting rifle was a pre 64 Model 70 Featherweight in .243. I'm more into modern guns but I love my American classic Winchester dearly.

[@lam2hell]

legendary vietnam sniper Carlos Hathcock used the same rifle.

[@TheMarkusFIN]

Such a great example of what quality, intelligence and dedication can create, just like the rifle he is holding.

[@jlocaranza]

hi hickok, from argentina !, excellent rifle.. I own a winchester 70 sporter in 30-06.. it's a great shooter

[@billfarnham1592]

As soon as I saw the Model 70, I knew I had to watch. Our family's hardware store also sold guns, including Winchesters. I was in school working there during the 60s. As soon as I heard it, I knew the sound of the bolt. Knew the feel. What a wonderful rifle!

[@Gearsofchocolate]

Yahoo!!! Finally did an overview on one of my favorite hunting rifles. Great job sir!!!

[@burtvincent1278]

I've had my model 70 since 1974. Returned from the service and started my lifelong elk hunting passion with it. Mine was post 64 and for the life of me I can't see where the inferiority lies. It has served me faithfully from Michigan to Alaska, from wood chucks to moose and never failed. I target shoot and reload to tailor a shell to my rifle with great results. Being a 7mm magnum I did burn out the barrel and rebarreled with a shila and back to dead on. I think the snobbish pre 64 attitude is just that, something for armchair experts to write about.

[@GeorgiaBoy1961]

@ Burt Vincent: The pre-64 snobbery, if you can call it that, lies in the fact that they are now collector's items and heirlooms. I worked in the retail FA industry selling firearms and accessories and handled and sold plenty of the new production (by FN of Belgium) Winchesters and FN is doing a wonderful job with them. The new Model 70s are the equal in every way - and maybe even surpass - the pre-64 rifles, save perhaps for sentimental and collector value. They're superb bolt-action rifles. Not for nothing is the Model 70 called "the rifleman's rifle."

[@bubbletea8306]

New scope with old rifle HISTORICAL ACCURACY

[@logicaredux5205]

Yuno Gasai - Good one! 😀

[@five5105]

This needs more attention

[@bubbletea8306]

Swipez it's a joke

[@62sugarbear]

That scope was made to be on that rifle. I hope you don't upgrade. I mean, how the hell do you upgrade from Leupold. Sideways maybe.

[@five5105]

joke ------> 62sugarbear

[@craigweston9403]

I have my grandfather’s pre 64 model 70 chambered in 243 with the heavy barrel and has the 8x unertyl scope on it. Shoots like a dream still after all these years!

[@Fehrman21114]

Great rifles those Model 70's. Consider doing a video on the Sako 75 or 85, another classic in its own right.

[@POBulkhead]

My dear father left me one of those. He certainly had it dialed in. Drive nails at 300yd. He was an Airborne Ranger. 1950-1953

[@hickok45]

That's cool to have the one your father owned and sighted in.

[@Cenilio714]

greatest bolt action rifle ever made. Love my model 70's

[@PS987654321PS]

Mauser might disagree...

[@keithgordon7700]

The Riflemans rifle was coined by Roger Rule who wrote the book on the Modle70.

[@TheMagnumChannel]

Yup, standing and shooting a scope is not so easy! Cool gun.

[@clstrot4]

I got the model 70 featherweight in 30-06 and I can say that it is a fantastic rifle It is my go to hunting rifle never had any problems with it and the price was great got it for $300 used made in the 70's and it looks like it is still new love it. Great video hickok45 keep up the good work

[@WatcherMovie008]

Marines hated their standard issue rifles in Vietnam for sniping that some personally bought Model 70s to prove a point

[@62sugarbear]

That was during his 1st tour. Had a Unertl scope with external adjustments.

[@62sugarbear]

They didn't even have a sniper training program until 1966. Major Land got together with Sgt. Hathcock and put one together. The two men had served together previously. Hathcock won the Wimbledon Cup at Camp Perry Ohio and Land was a coach. Land and Hathcock wound up in Viet Nam. Hathcock was an MP. I don't know what Land was doing but the two of them put together a school near DaNang

[@Iliac2112]

Well that isn't strictly true. The M1D Garand was the USMC's standard issue sniper rifle from 1951, mounted with a low-powered side-mount scope. It saw service in Vietnam, and while it did well enough in a 'designated marksman' type of role, snipers weren't satisfied with the Garand's inherent accuracy, the side-mounting, or the low power scope.

[@RickNethery]

Iliac2112 I never understood this, the Model 70 was a fine Rifle, but the 1903A4 was pretty much the same thing.

[@C.dieslevonankwek7]

I had a 1964 model 70 chamber in 30-06 I sold it in 2004 and have kicked myself for 14 years for selling it. Finally found a rem 700 that groups almost as good, if you own one of these and it can put 5 rounds in a quarter at 150 yards do yourself a favor and keep it!

[@dscrappygolani7981]

What I really like about your videos are the extra history lessons. They are like extra cruchy bacon bits in a jumbo cheeseburger! 😊 . Thank you so much! Your videos are amazing. If I could, I would've moved to the US just to learn from you.

[@robertshinenne1584]

Been looking for a Win 70 Extreme Weather SS in 3006 in Canada for a long time, but no luck at all :D. It's a sweet rifle for sure. Loved my Feather weight so much :D. Thanks for the Video~!

[@K-bob_45]

robert shinenne they are worth it. I just got one and it shoots just sub moa with the first ammo I tried

[@highplainsdrifter9631]

They are definitely worth it. I have the exact model you are interested in, and it is a shooter. Half MOA with 180 grain Nosler Partitions

[@climbthatmountain]

Really enjoyed this video! I had a featherweight 70, in .270, many moons ago. It was a fine looker, nailtip accurate, and fit me better than other long rifles made by Rem or Sav, that I'd fired at that time. Thank you for posting this...took me back to good times afield.

[@hickok45]

Since posting this video, I've purchased a very nice Model 70 myself. Can't wait to shoot it some more and do a video with it.

[@echosreloadingchamber7306]

Carlos Hathcock used Winchester model 70 chambered in 30 odd 6. He used the model 70 before he was in the army to hunt that's what gave him a little bit of a leg up when he went into shooting as one of the first snipers that got over 100 registered kills in his first tour. The number went up after that. But his rifle of choice was the Winchester model 70 he even used to call it the rifleman's rifle. Kind of funny hearing you say that Hickok45 brings back memories of my father telling me stories about when he was over in Vietnam thanks for the flashback brother good video good review of a great firearm. And a good history lesson for new shooters. I'm also glad to see Winchester starting to make a higher-quality product once again some of those model 94 lever guns they turned out after they went cheapie rusted like an old Datsun pickup truck from the seventies. LOL

[@Dese50]

You get that it's just 30-06 right? Pronounced thirty ought six, but certainly not "odd 6".

[@echosreloadingchamber7306]

Voice text put it up that way and I figured you would get what I was saying. I'm very aware how it's pronounced and what the cartridge is I've been hunting since I was 10 years old and I'm almost 50 now so I'm very familiar with the 30 ought 6 I grew up with it

[@Dese50]

Apologies, but it's not the first time I have had to make that distinction.

[@echosreloadingchamber7306]

Yail Bloor no worries brother.

[@johnnyace8141]

Many mistakes on this post.. but most importantly he was a Marine! Semper!

[@klausphx]

Beautiful Rifle Remember First time Shooting Winchester 70 308 Very Impressed with the Power and Rifle

[@Squizzle-56]

Great video! Love seeing blue steel and wood.

[@bigbadfnmonkey]

My 63(my b-day year), tho made in 62, model 70 in 270. cal is the most accurate rifle i've ever owned..much more accurate than i' am, or will ever be. Nice job fellas, MIKE.

[@randyr766]

I won one of these in a .280. They only made 500 in that chambering. It's my favorite rifle.

[@terryedmond4492]

The .280 was a gimmick round. Why carry more weight with a bigger barrel just to do what a .270 was already doing? It was a marketing gimmick to one up that fell flat.

[@joshpittman6021]

The 280 was originally called the 7mm express. It never caught on for some reason it's a great caliber and superior to 270 in my opinion. Terry must be new to guns and ignorant about them. Everybody has to learn I suppose. Have a nice day.

[@NorthwoodsNomad]

Randy R I recently purchased a Winchester model 70 Featherweight chambered in .280 Remington. I love the Rifle and especially this clambering ( even today the .280 Remington in. Model 70 is limited production run , just due to small following ) but it’s really a hand loaders dream , vast bullet selection, and very tolerant cartridge. Personally, I think it’s the best ‘06 based cartridge out there .

[@NorthwoodsNomad]

JOSH Pittman actually, it was originally called “ .280 Remington “ , but was chambered in a model 740 semiautomatic for its debut, and had to be manufactured in lower psi ammunition to accommodate the semiautomatic rifles . It had no advantage over the .270 Winchester. As a marketing strategy, Remington brought it back as a 7mm express Remington ( and it was loaded to higher pressures that was more adequate for bolt action rifles , but still never gained popularity due to the fact that the .270 had a 33 year head start and really didn’t offer any advantage to those who were already married to their .270’s . To avoid confusion with people who were trying to put the 7mm express Remington into rifles chambered for 7mm Remington Magnum, Remington went back to renaming it the “ .280 Remington “ . I whole heartedly agree with you that it IS a better round than 270 merely because the .280 can handle heavier loads and I personally think it only faltered due the fact that the .270 Winchester had been around longer and ammo is more available in stores . But for a hand-loader , or even someone who doesn’t mind paying a little extra for premium ammo , the .280 Remington offers more not only in terms of more bullet selection and heavier load choices , but it will be sure to create more interest around the campfire and anyone who owns one knows that it puts ya in the elitist group of rifle shooters

[@LS-oh8kv]

Terry Edmond In the hand loading community the 280 is better than the 270 because there’s a much larger variety of high quality bullets in .284 (7mm) than in the 270 cal. Specifically the long heavy ones with a high BC for the longer shots.

[@nealleavitt6665]

I have a South Carolina made Model 70 Featherweight in .308. Love that gun

[@hellohun7331]

This the first time we saw your house. I didn't realize your home was so close to your range.

[@youcanfoolmeonce]

I traded in a Remington 30.06 auto loader for a Winchester 70 XTR .243 in around 1979. Only the first shot was accurate on the Remington until it cooled down and kicked like a horse. I never regretted the trade in. Although it has a hooded front and adjustable rear sight I use a Bushnell ScopeChief with it. Lately I discovered the Winchester Varmint X 58 grain cartridge which can blow out the eyes of a prairie dog at 300 yards with 0 bullet drop. A real flat shooter a beauty and a keeper.

[@crackedbrainOG]

I just found out my dad has a Model 70 in 7mm mag, I cant wait to shoot it.

[@Maxid1]

This is the gun I grew up shooting woodchucks with in the 70's. My Dad bought it well before I was born so that was in the 50's. He took a lot of deer with it in his day. It had a gloss finish on it and he never seemed to miss with it.

[@DominicDeCoco21]

Just bought a model 70 chambered in 30-06 and can't wait to shoot it! Bought it to hunt big game up here in Alaska and target shoot.

[@dredelcottcryptozooligist4101]

DominicDeCoco21 pretty good choice on caliber. Everything from 150gr for thin skinned and plinking to 220gr for your critters that bite up there. I bought a 700 in 06 last year. Its ok, shoots good, but i had to drop a timney in. Not sure id get another 700, maybe a howa or savage next time around.

[@DominicDeCoco21]

Farty McGee thanks for the feedback. Grandma wants a caribou

[@blakearmstrong4711]

Well those things that look “hoggish” definitely got blown away. Hickok, you are awesome dude. Your videos are one of my favorite things to watch

[@doogals]

Finally! One of the guns that I have and you actually like.

[@boneheaded9751]

Just acquired one in .338 Win Mag, 1959 in excellent condition. Also a Ruger M77 in 7mm in even better condition, 1971. Very old Leupold scopes on both, like new. Very excited.

[@hickoryhillangus]

Have that exact gun in .308 as well with a Leupold scope its absolutely beautiful and a dream to shoot!

[@davidfletcher4999]

Wow. Glad to see that you are finally coming around to the "classic" blued steel, walnut stocked upper tier level bolt action hunters. My personal favorite is the Remington 700 BDL, but I have immense respect for the model 70...particularly the pre-64's... Who couldn't? I don't own nearly as many firearms as you do, but of I was told that I could only keep one it would be my 35 year old Remington 700 BDL in 30-.06... It has never let me down. I, like you, also love the lever actions, and have owned and hunted with many, but the old ".06" would be the one...with the Leopold Vari X2, 2 X 7 variable scope, Butler Creek flip open lens covers, Remington factory leather shoulder sling.

[@robertforester7938]

If you smoke a 2 liter is that Vaping?

[@mikehunt2190]

I have two model 70s. One my great grandad bought in 1936 thereabouts for 60 dollars chambered in .270.The other is a model 70 featherweight he bought sometime in the late 50s. That one is chambered in .243 That .243 has been the most accurate rifle I have ever shot, and I still Prefer it over the .270. You cannot miss with it. My .270 has a Redfield scope and the .243 has a weaver.