Author Topic: Model 70 in 338-06 (Read 679 times)

Brian T · « **on:** January 31, 2005, 10:25:26 AM »

I found a used model 70, stainless with composite stock in 338-06 for $560.00. Looked to be in good shape. The serial # was G42293. The tag on it said it was from their custom shop.

It appeared to be in good shape. Is this a good price? Is there anything I should be on the look out for?

thanks

Bubba Jack · « **Reply #1 on:** January 31, 2005, 11:12:37 AM »

Brian T

It would seem to be a good price, or at least fair. You could not build one for that. That is one rifle that I really have been wanting. Been messing with a .338 win mag, I like it fine, but really want a .338-06.

At that price I would be definitly interested, if it checked out. Would mainly be concerned if it was a rebore instead of a rebarrel job. I would much rather have a rebarrel.

Bubba Jack

WSSM · « **Reply #2 on:** January 31, 2005, 01:51:40 PM »

You could buy a Model 70, Super Shadow, Blued (WSM). Apparently, you are hunting either elk, moose, or brown bear. I would recommend the new 325 WSM. It delivers the long range knock down performance needed for moose, elk and brown bear. It's all in a short action cartridge! :grin: Another great cartridge with less recoil would be the 300 WSM. The MSRP for the Model 70, Super Shadow, Blued (WSM) is $554.

anthony passero · « **Reply #3 on:** February 01, 2005, 02:29:51 AM »

Find out from Winchester customer service if they ever made a338 06 out of the custum shop, the barrel should also be marked. Even if a gunsmith put a 338 06 barrel on it it could be a deal. If the shop will let you take it to a smith to have it checked out, I would go for it. It is a great caliber if you do not mind reloading.

Zachary · « **Reply #4 on:** February 01, 2005, 04:32:53 AM »

If you are firm about getting a 338-06 (for which I too have a fancy for) then take a look at the Weatherby. I don't know exactly which model it is, but Weatherby makes new rifles in .338-06, although I'm sure it would be more than the price you are looking at - but then again, it would be a new gun.

Zachary

longwalker · « **Reply #5 on:** February 01, 2005, 05:55:26 AM »

Go for it, You won't be dissapointed. I have one and love it. As far as ammunition goes you can buy loaded ammunition from Weatherby, or load it your self.

I have used mine on Whitetail deer and antelope. There is very little additional meat damage. Significalty less than my 25-06. Easy to carry and easy to shoot I have 100 % confidence out to 300 yards with 338-06.
All preludes to larger animals.

Plus it's kind of cool to have something a little different.

Longwalker :grin:

oneb · « **Reply #6 on:** February 02, 2005, 10:08:09 AM »

Weatherby dropped their .338-06. They botched the chamber and many would not shoot, and had to be replaced with .340 mags on warranty. Ouch!

It is one helluva caliber, barking on the heels of the 338 WM with far less powder burned and recoil. I am having a Ruger #1B made up now.

Lok into it and I think you will get interested too.

oneb

Brian T · « **Reply #7 on:** February 02, 2005, 11:38:48 AM »

interesting on the Ruger #1, I have an 20 year old one in .243 that I think I am going to send to SSK to be re-barrelled and chambered for their version.

Did you do any forearm bedding work on the rifle?