M70 forend screw/action screws
Posted: Wed Feb 15, 2017 12:43 pm
I have a 1959 Model 70 chambered in 30-06 that was passed down to me from my dad's dad. I've recently been trying to develop an accurate handload for it.
My question is in regards to the action screws; is there a specific torque? It's a wood stock that is not glass bedded. I read somewhere that the middle screw, the one directly in front of the trigger guard, should not be overtightened or it will warp the action. Is this true?
Also, what's with the front forend screw? Will different torques on that front screw give different accuracy results? I realize it's not a benchrest rifle, I just want to get the most out of it as I can, as far as accuracy. Also, what grain bullets do these older mod70s like? I'm not sure of the twist ratio.
Thanks so much.
My question is in regards to the action screws; is there a specific torque? It's a wood stock that is not glass bedded. I read somewhere that the middle screw, the one directly in front of the trigger guard, should not be overtightened or it will warp the action. Is this true?
Also, what's with the front forend screw? Will different torques on that front screw give different accuracy results? I realize it's not a benchrest rifle, I just want to get the most out of it as I can, as far as accuracy. Also, what grain bullets do these older mod70s like? I'm not sure of the twist ratio.
Thanks so much.