I just bought my first Model 70, in a 7mm caliber. Shot my first elk with it -- 175 grain bullet, 220 yards. He dropped after 3 steps. I will be 80 yrs old in three weeks. Thanks for confirming my choice of rifles with your video.

I’m always amazed by the craftsmanship of the old rifles. We stand on the shoulders of giants!

Model 70. The Rifleman's rifle. I was proud to have worked for Winchester in my youth. Mainly because of that rifle and the Model 1894. But mainly the Model 70. Thanks for this video.

I have grown to love all of the old bolt actions military rifles both because of their designs and history- we are very lucky that the Mauser brothers came along. You are producing very good videos please keep it up-good job Thank you.

I just zeroed an old model 70 for my uncle Larry.......he met a guy at the store, they got to talking and he got it for 700 dollars with 10 boxes of 30-06 and an old BSA scope and mounts. The old horse was on paper at 50 yards only 3 inches off center, and I shot a 1 inch 5 shot group resting on a shaky old camera tripod. It was in GREAT shape and man it was so sweet shooting, soft and accurate. With Hornady 150 grain soft point, mounting an old scope in rusty old rings, and it ate out the bulls eye the first time I shot it. I've been smitten ever since.......I'm a semi-auto guy who prefers the 7.62x51/308 - AR-10, but a nice Model 70 is IN MY FUTURE. It was just so nice......what a great old gun.

I just discovered your channel and, in all sincerity - thank you for your presentations.

Thanks for the video. The first rifle I bought was in 1972 at a local gun store in Ann Arbor during my college days. It was a pre-war Model 70 Winchester in 30-06 (barrel dated 1936) and I got it for the princely sum of $150. It was drilled for a side scope mount and I had the local gunsmith attach a Griffin and Howe quick detachable scope mount to the receiver. It'll group ~1.5 moa on a good day. I'm never letting that gem go. I hope that one of my sons will keep it when I pass on.

I recently went to Cabela's and traded a 1983 Rem 7400 in .30-06 with a 3-9x40 Redfield Widefield illuminator scope valued at $325 for a 1964 Winchester Model 70 in .300WM +$225. It wasn't shot much and is in 90% cond. My hat is off to Winchester for making such a fine rifle 56yrs ago and is still a tack driver today...

Very good and would agree, the mod. 70 is manufactured in a different world entirely, different values and reflected in the workmanship. Thank you, cheers.

I went looking for a pre 64 Winchester yesterday at the Texas Gun Show. I found 1 model 70, but it was 2002 dated I think. Still a beautiful rifle. Theres just something appealing to 40 years of linseed oil hand rubbed into the walnut. I have a nickel steal, 1894 Win. 30WCF, made in 1907, that still shoots sub MOA. So That 54 is on my radar now. :)

I thoroughly enjoy your reviews on various rifles, and have been a big fan for many years. Keep up the excellent videos.

My brand new model 70 in 270 winchester has controlled feed and claw extracter and I love it! Great no nonsense trigger.

You sure know your history of guns! So very interesting!

Thank you for the wisdom in rifles you have given to an old man. I've learnex so much from every video I watch.

Excellent long form production. All in one take, impressive. Most informative, thank you.

I love my 700 in 30 06 fine shooting rifle

Great videos! I recently found your channel and am very impressed with your knowledge and style. As soon as I finish this post, I will be hitting the subscribe button. I must say that most of my life I've been a Remington and Ruger fan. My safes contain multiples of 742, 760, 552, 572 and, of course, 700's along with tang safety Ruger M77 Rl and Rsi's. I'd never owned a Winchester, until about five years ago. I bought two FN M70 Featherweights, one a 7mm08 and one a 257 Rob, built in South Carolina. The build quality and workmanship on these two have unexpectedly made them the favorites in my collection. I could never praise them adequately or enough. In fact, the 7mm08 has replaced "Ole Reliable", the 742 my dad gave to me on my fifteenth Christmas (I'm 62), as my go to deer gun. I've had many people, more knowledgeable than me, comment that the South Carolina M70's are as good or maybe better than even their pre'64's.

Winchester is hitting it out of the park with their new rifles. They seem to be capitalizing on Remington's "mis-fortunes" as of late. BUT- I have a 1967 700 BDL that is just butter. Such a great rifle. The OLD Remingtons were really nice. I can't pick a favorite. I like admiring and fondling my model 70 lol, but that old Remington just shoots so well.

Thank you so much for sharing . I really enjoy your vids. Merry Christmas .

I agree with you that the M70 Alaskan is an absolutely superlative rifle. Mine is in 300 WM as well !! I think that once you're introduced to the pre-64 M70s and the new CRF ones, there is no turning back.

Excellent presentation on the history of these rifles. I will be getting the model 70. I love the recoil lugs on the 70's, they just seem so solid and will absorb recoil more efficiently. Thanks again and I look forward to your other videos.

I found your channel a few weeks ago and I really like your reviews very helpful. Thanks so much. Merry Xmas

I've owned 2 push feed Winchesters, a model 670 in .243 and a model 70 in 30.06. Not as desirable as a controlled feed model 70, but they were both good rifles and accurate. The 670 was a bargain, and I've often wished I hadn't sold mine.

I love your videos. I learned some things here. I have a module 70 and 2 700’s. I’ve shot lots of whitetails with them. They are both great rifles!! Thanks!!!

Thank you so much for making this video. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge on this subject. I’m immediately a fan.

Thanks very much for the video. I'm in search for a pre 64 model 70 Target and hearing about the pre 64, pre war and post 64 is really helpful and interesting.

USOG, Sir I have thoroughly enjoyed watching this video. These are the rifles I study the most. I love them. Its so nice to see them all together. I have always felt that the Model 70, and the 1903 Springfield were too similar to just be a coincidence. I am a huge fan of these rifles, and of Your excellent Channel. I hope You and Your Family have a Merry Christmas.

good video. Keep up the good work. I love the old rifles. Like fine furniture it’s sad they don’t build like that anymore

The target rifles with open sights for matches are really nice on both models.

I can remember the day I brought home the Model 70 in .300 Win Mag. I felt as if I had bought the Corvette of rifles! Tons of power, beautiful, and slick as any rifle anywhere! Well, maybe not as slick as my NOS Canadian .303 Enfield!

Merry Christmas !!! Thanks for the educative video :D

very good video, very informative. i really liked the one on the model 100 win and the model 88 great stuff

As a fellow gun lover I enjoy your informative tutorials

Thank you for a well-done presentation. I have read great things about Sako and Tikka, from a variety of reputable sources. The brand is now owned by Beretta - but Sako has been making fine hunting rifles for a very long time. Their older designs are particularly prized. They do not surpass the best Winchesters, but are supposed to be comparable to them. CZ, the Czech firm, also makes an excellent rifle - and they offer tremendous value for the money spent.

Incredible discussion thanks so much for your work it’s much appreciated.

Thank you very much for excellent videos and discussion on rifles.

That brochure is amazing, you need scan and upload it. That's a piece of heritage right there!!

I always thought the Winchester 70 was far superior to the Remington 700. However the older BDLs and ADLs were nice guns. Having said that I suppose I have to say the later Remington's were the product of bean counters and people that were more interested in making a large profit than producing quality rifles. Hence their state today.

Another great video! Thanks for mentioning me. It’s pretty surreal hearing ones name on a quality video.

Thank you! I suppose one could make the assumption that this presentation on the Winchester Model 70 and Remington Model 700 with their predecessors represents the foundations of modern bolt action rifles. This is a comprehensive and balanced treatment of both classic rifles.

I learned alot from this , Both are Fantastic Rifles !!!!!

All 3 brands are excellent, but the 700 Remington has an almost silent safety. This may sound trivial until you have a target very close to you. You also mentioned the Rem 721's, and 722's. I think they are sleepers and may be the collectibles of the future. They still have good value. The 725's are already almost untouchable.

Glad I found your channel!

I’m getting to like and enjoy tour channel more and more. This is an excellent presentation. A model 70 and a 1903 are two rifles I really miss from my collection. Greetings from Malta 🇲🇹❤️

I went with the model 70 (FN made) for many of the reasons you spoke of. I handled and shot model 700 series rifles and they did not have the fit and finish of the M 70. That said, I have handled a few older model 700 classics and they are beautiful. Remington did up the the quality on those and they are well worth the extra money. I also have to say that for the most part, I have friends who have cheaper versions of the model 700 series and they function well as a hunting rifle. So it is really about personal choice and budget. Thank you for this great video, I think the most important thing is that what ever gun you have, enjoy it, practice lots and get out into the great outdoors with it.

Outstanding video. Merry Christmas!!! 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

Had hands on a ‘54 .....will purchase the next one if it is in the same condition. Fantastic modification of the K98.

I really enjoyed this video, thanks.

Very informative presentation, thanks.

Very interesting history. Thanks.

Good video. Learned a few things!

My 1st bolt rifle was a model 700adl in rems big 7mm magnum.an excellent rifle and cartridge.. currently a 70 in 3006 a better rifle and cartridge.thanks for posting such great informative videos.you really know your business

I love the bolt action rifles very much..I still have Winchester model 70 and Remington 700 ..plus Ruger 77 all very nice rifles thanks!

you get what you pay for great video the model 70 is still my favorite

A left handed model 700! Very nice, I have always wanted one. My Ruger 77 mk II left hand scratched the itch.

Love the videos I have a sporterized 98 Mauser Argentine 1909 blonde stock leaded weighted reciol pad scope Bushnell 3-9 stock done with 25 coats of true oil 24inch Santa Barbara 3star barrel

have model 54 made in 1930 ,20' barrel still in use for hunting very accurate and barrel is still like new

Thanks for sharing, I enjoyed this video

Excellent video. Thank you.

I had a post 64 m70. My only complaint was it was picky about ammo and accuracy. With the right load it shot fine.

Merry Christmas

Most bolt action rifles can be sub moa accurate and reliable. I have rifles made by most popular companies, especially savage, but...There is no rifle ever made that's better than the winchester model 70 pre 64, or the new model 70's made by FN. The huge recoil lug that's actually part of the receiver, the control round feed, and the reliable 3 position safety, are second to none. Of course, that's just my opinion.

very informative video, seems remington wanted to make rifle cheaper, and did. Gotta love the model 70

Learned a lot from this

My mom bought me my first 700 ADL in 30.06 52 years ago. Killed my first deer with it, and many many animals from MT, AK, Canada, CO, FLA, moose elk, antelope... does the job every time. I've had many other rifles but this is my go to and have sold most of the others. Great rifle and .5 MOA loading 165 gr speer boat tails with IMR 4350 powder. Good review. I also once owned a Model 70 300 win mag.. Another great rifle/ tack driver.

Thanks, good breakdown.

Thanks for the side buy side and history

My dad has a 700 for hunting, and its a nice gun. Fits like a glove.

I'd love to see a comparison of the safety mechanisms.

You would surely like to meet Mike Turner of Cloudcroft, New Mexico! His handmade titanium bolt, carbon fiber stock firearms are something to behold!

I always thought a Remington to be the more refined rifle! In accuracy, fit and function! Just better put together overall!! The rifling in Remington 700 are better for long range shots!

"The Remington 700 is the best-selling big game rifle in the world, and it was for damm sure the Hawkins rifle of the 20th century." - Richard Mann

I was surprised you didn’t mention the Remington 721 that was the predecessor of the Remington 700. It was an excellent and accurate rifle.

Hi USOG, Very good video, always learn something. What did Rudy say about triggers? Thanks

Good Info! Thank you for sharing

One of the best changes from the model 54 to the model 70 was that Winchester found that if they moved the screws into the bottom behind the the recoil lug instead of in the recoil lug it aided into the rifle being more accurate

USOG You remarked that you're surprised that the other modern bolt actions sell as well as they do. I looked through your videos and I don't see a review of the Browning X-bolt or the Ruger M77 Hawkeye. I would like to see reviews of these rifles. I'm curious about your opinions of both of these.

i really like the Rem. model 30! but how can one not like the Win.+ Mauser. i life them all!!!

excellent job.. you are top notch :)

Awesome video. I have a model 70 ultimate shadow. Are you familiar with it? I read that it has the pre 64 action. It is definitely a CF action. Your vids are very informative. Thanks so much for sharing

Back in 83, I wanted to get rid of my 7mm magnum and get a 30-06. The 7mm was just a bit much for whitetail deer (IMO) I went to a firearms dealer and they had 3 different bolt action 30-06's. A Weatherby Vanguard, Remington 700, and a Wenchester Model 70 in a featherweight. All fine rifles, I am sure. Also, up until that day, every rifle I had previously purchased were all Remingtons. The forearm of the Vanguard was just too thick for my liking. The Remington felt great, but when I threw it up to take aim, the sights were not quite in alignment to me. The Winchester felt great. The sight alignment was perfect without moving my head at all, and the lighter weight was also nice. I took the cellophane wrap off a pack of cigarettes and wrapped it around the barrel and slid it down. On the Remington, it would not slide all the way down to the receiver like it did on the Winchester's free floating barrel. I bought the Winchester and still using it today. Very accurate and dependable.

Back in 1997 or 96 I bought a Model 70 in .270 LH. I sold it about 5 years ago. I kick myself in the butt everytime I read an article about them.

The 700 is a very strong action and performs well. That said the model 54 through the final evolution of the model 70 are my favorite rifles. My only gripe is Winchester’s departure from the near perfect trigger assembly of the model 70. That was a mistake in my view. I am amazed to this day how we can put together so many moving and fixed parts, and obtain such repeatable accuracy. The modern rifle action I have a high opinion of is CZ’s 550 safari action. If I build another hot rod, I will use that action.

I have 1969 700 in 30.06 Springfield,22 inch barrel love it

could you do a tear down of the mauser m12 and the m18? I like your thorough explanations.

Thank You, CNBC had a backstory linked to your episode regarding the dangers of that Remington firing accidentally and killing children and spouses.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I've bought a new Model 70 back in the 90's? in 300 Win Mag with the BOSS system. What are your thoughts on the BOSS System?

Would love to see a video of the quality of CZ rifles like the 550.

I worked in a Gunsmith shop for 9 years and I will tell you, we had to work on 50 Remington 700s to one Winchester model 70. Lots and lots of failures with the firing pin, safety, trigger, and extractor with the 700.

Thank you for a very informative video. Thank you also for not feeling the need to sport facial hair, wear camo, a sidearm, and a tactical folder when doing gun reviews.

I have a late 60/early 70.700,love it

Do you prefer the bolts on the older Winchester 70 or the newer ones.

It's got a ivory front sight the safe lock n unsafe position just like the couple in the beginning any info u can share

Well done!

Some of treats of the model 54 carried over to the model 70 , when did they change the safety Style. Of the gun did it have 3 position safety back then

I have both and love both

Merry Christmas and thank you so much for your excellent videos sharing your knowledge and superb collection! The only comment I would make in minor disagreement is that I think the current Montana Rifle Company offerings are in my opinion the better made production rifles than the current made Model 70’s. They maintain the simple trigger design of the original Model 70s.

John here own both like the winchester 1 reason was the design of the stock more in line for shoulder less recoil had a friend own a 7mm Rem kick so hard I only shot it 3 times 1978 got new shot accurate but Nick name mule.

How does a savage axis in Boyd's walnut stock compare to all these rifles. Mostly how does it compare to Remington 700

Got both, can't tell you which is better.