Browning X-Bolt vs Winchester Model 70
02-01-2011, 09:15 AM
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Nontypical Buck
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Browning X-Bolt vs Winchester Model 70
I looked @ the X-Bolt yesterday and seems like a nice rifle so I've basically narrowed my choice down to these 2 brands. What's your opinion on these rifles and why in your opinion is one better than the other.
02-01-2011, 10:00 AM
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Have a caliber picked out?
If the game were dangerous and a big magnum I'd want a controlled feed like the M70,
I like browning in general...so I'd probably pick the xbolt.
Have 2 models picked out of each? syn/stainless? wood/blue? etc...?
If the game were dangerous and a big magnum I'd want a controlled feed like the M70,
I like browning in general...so I'd probably pick the xbolt.
Have 2 models picked out of each? syn/stainless? wood/blue? etc...?
02-01-2011, 12:53 PM
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Why do you say that Tom. Both seem to be nicely finished,actions are smooth wood is nice,although I like the checkering on the model 70 better,both seem to be quality guns.
02-01-2011, 01:08 PM
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The only new Model 70 I have experience with is the Extreme Weather(synthetic stock/stainless steel). I love the look and feel of the rifle but the trigger seemed a tad heavy to me and the safety lever was very stiff.
I don't think you'd go wrong with either.
02-01-2011, 01:17 PM
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02-01-2011, 02:06 PM
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Jerry,
The most important question is what "features" do you what in this new 7MM-08/.308 rife of YOURS (syn/stainless? wood/blue?).
All mine have to have synthetic, stainless (24" barrel) with detachable box magazine and preferable under 7 lbs.
You might hate all of those "features" !
Remember, this one is YOURS !!!
Good luck with YOUR decision.....................
The most important question is what "features" do you what in this new 7MM-08/.308 rife of YOURS (syn/stainless? wood/blue?).
All mine have to have synthetic, stainless (24" barrel) with detachable box magazine and preferable under 7 lbs.
You might hate all of those "features" !
Remember, this one is YOURS !!!
Good luck with YOUR decision.....................
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02-01-2011, 02:58 PM
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That's what I hear that's what I'm reading.
Sheridan I'm going with a wood/blued gun. Both guns feel good to shoulder.The Browning has the detachable magazine box the Winchester has the floor plate,doesn't matter to me one way or the other.
I like the stock a little better on the Winchester especially the Schnabel fore grip but I good live with either one.
Both guns have good reputations and loyal followings.Both are in the same price range give or take $50.
Going to Cabelas this weekend in PA. gonna compare them side by side then decide.
Sheridan I'm going with a wood/blued gun. Both guns feel good to shoulder.The Browning has the detachable magazine box the Winchester has the floor plate,doesn't matter to me one way or the other.
I like the stock a little better on the Winchester especially the Schnabel fore grip but I good live with either one.
Both guns have good reputations and loyal followings.Both are in the same price range give or take $50.
Going to Cabelas this weekend in PA. gonna compare them side by side then decide.