First Look: Winchester Model 70 Long Range MB Rifle

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posted on January 22, 2021
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Winchester has released a new variant on its classic Model 70 rifle, the Model 70 Long Range MB (Muzzle Brake). This rifle features a fluted, heavy sporter barrel with a 5/8X24 TPI muzzle, fitted from the factory with a muzzle brake. The free-floating, matte blued barrel is 24-inches long and has a recessed target crown. The Bell and Carlson tan synthetic stock features flow-through fore-end vents and black web finish. Finally, for devotees of pre-64 Model 70s, the gun boasts a pre-64-style control round feed action with a claw extractor.

For more information on this rifle, which weighs in at 7 pounds, 8 ounces, please visit winchesterguns.comMSRP: $1,489.99

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