Well, I'm not sure I'd put the pre '64 model 70 at the top of the list either, probably not, but as the owner of one I can say it's a pretty decent rifle. The one I've got was made in '59, making it 46 years old. With my handloads it'll shoot sub one inch 100 yard groups with regularity. I think one of the reasons these rifles are generally pretty accurate is because the barrels were cut-rifled, which is something you won't find on production rifles these days.

Speaking of old rifles, I also have a 1891 Mauser that dates back to the 20's or 30's. This was my grandfather's hunting rifle. I use it on a fairly regular basis and reload for it. It's not the best design in the world (the latter Mausers were much better), but the workmanship on this old rifle is better than what you'll find on a lot of the rifles being made today.