My Winchester model 70 hunting rifle "project"...
Posted: Mon Jul 02, 2012 11:23 pm
...is almost done!
The rifle...Winchester (FN) model 70 Ultimate Shadow in 30-06 and a Nikon Prostaff 3-9x40 scope...that scope is no longer on it.
I have a McMillan stock ordered, its their "Winchester Supergrade" model, the color is marbled olive, black, medium tan (33%-33%-33%) molded in...it makes for a decent camo pattern I think...looks like a ghillie suit...the stock should arrive in October according to the nice lady at McMillan (Kay). I ordered it with machined in pillars, Limbsaver pad, and 13.5" length of pull.
It is now wearing a Vortex Viper HS 4-16x44 in TPS super low 30mm rings...I haven't shot with the new scope yet, its been too dang hot around here for shooting
When it all comes together...this is my idea of the perfect hunting rifle...I think.
I'm planning on treating myself to some hunting trips in the coming years and wanted a rifle that fit me, was reliable, durable, accurate...and good for a variety of game (elk and mule deer mostly)
It came out a bit heavier than I'd hoped...but still under 9 pounds (estimated at 8.75 lbs. loaded)
It is a decently accurate rifle as it is now...but that stock SUX, its not comfy to me at all.
I shot this group using shooting sticks, prone may or may not have made it a bit better...
The rifle...Winchester (FN) model 70 Ultimate Shadow in 30-06 and a Nikon Prostaff 3-9x40 scope...that scope is no longer on it.
I have a McMillan stock ordered, its their "Winchester Supergrade" model, the color is marbled olive, black, medium tan (33%-33%-33%) molded in...it makes for a decent camo pattern I think...looks like a ghillie suit...the stock should arrive in October according to the nice lady at McMillan (Kay). I ordered it with machined in pillars, Limbsaver pad, and 13.5" length of pull.
It is now wearing a Vortex Viper HS 4-16x44 in TPS super low 30mm rings...I haven't shot with the new scope yet, its been too dang hot around here for shooting
When it all comes together...this is my idea of the perfect hunting rifle...I think.
I'm planning on treating myself to some hunting trips in the coming years and wanted a rifle that fit me, was reliable, durable, accurate...and good for a variety of game (elk and mule deer mostly)
It came out a bit heavier than I'd hoped...but still under 9 pounds (estimated at 8.75 lbs. loaded)
It is a decently accurate rifle as it is now...but that stock SUX, its not comfy to me at all.
I shot this group using shooting sticks, prone may or may not have made it a bit better...