Description
The Winchester M70 Super Grade 6.8 Western is a rifle chambered in 6.8 Western with a 24-inch barrel and a 3+1 capacity. It pairs a polished blued barrel and receiver with a gloss AAA Claro walnut stock.
Winchester M70 Super Grade 6.8 Western Overview
The Model 70 Super Grade is the top of Winchester’s current Model 70 lineup. It combines the pre-64 style controlled round feed action with figured walnut and a polished blued finish for a rifle that is as handsome as it is accurate. It is the kind of rifle hunters buy to carry for a lifetime and hand down.
Design and Features
The receiver is forged steel with integral recoil lugs, a blade-type ejector, and a drilled and tapped top for scope bases. The gloss AAA Claro walnut stock has crisp checkering, and a Pachmayr Decelerator pad keeps recoil comfortable. A hinged floorplate lets you unload without cycling every round through the action.
Handling in the Field
The Super Grade balances well and carries comfortably on a sling, and the walnut stock deserves some care: wipe it down after a wet hunt and store the rifle out of humidity swings. Like any fine walnut stock, the finish will pick up handling marks over the years, which many owners see as part of its character.
Action and Trigger
The Model 70 uses controlled round feed: a long claw extractor grabs the cartridge rim as it leaves the magazine and holds it through firing and ejection, which is famous for reliable feeding in any position. The three-position safety lets you lock the bolt or cycle the action with the safety on, and the M.O.A. trigger system breaks crisply with no take-up and no creep.
Sights and Optics
Mount the optic of your choice with quality rings or a mount, and zero it with the load you plan to use.
The 6.8 Western Cartridge
The 6.8 Western is a modern short-action cartridge designed for long, heavy, high-BC bullets. It gives flat trajectories and strong energy retention for elk and deer at long range, though ammunition is less common and more expensive than 308 or 6.5 Creedmoor.
Setup and Accessories
Start with a quality optic and solid rings or a mount, then add a sling for carrying and a bipod or shooting bag for steady rests. Test a few loads for accuracy and settle on the one your rifle likes best. A hard case protects your investment on the way to the range or the field.
Ownership Tips
Read the owner manual fully before your first range trip, and keep the manual, box, and receipt with your records for warranty service and resale. Unload the rifle and confirm it is empty before cleaning. Field-strip it according to the owner manual, scrub the bore with a brush and patches, and wipe carbon from the bolt face and chamber. Apply a light coat of quality gun oil to the contact points, and wipe the exterior with a lightly oiled cloth before storage.
State Laws
Magazine capacity limits, feature restrictions, and transfer rules vary by state and locality. Check your local laws before ordering, and ask your receiving dealer if you are unsure whether this configuration is legal where you live.
Ordering and Transfer
When you order a firearm from MAG5 Firearms, we ship it to the licensed dealer you choose. Your dealer completes the ATF Form 4473 and the background check, and may charge a transfer fee. Local buyers can complete the transfer at our shop. Bring a valid ID, and check your state waiting period before you plan a hunt or a range trip.
Specifications
- Model: Winchester Model 70 Super Grade
- Caliber: 6.8 Western
- Capacity: 3+1, hinged floorplate
- Barrel: 24-inch polished blued
- Receiver: Forged steel, polished blued, drilled and tapped
- Stock: Gloss AAA Claro walnut stock
- Manufacturer SKU: 535248299
- Distributor item: SS 191626
Before You Buy
Federal law requires firearms bought online to ship to a licensed dealer, and buyers must be 18 or older to buy a rifle from a dealer. We ship to the FFL dealer of your choice, and your dealer handles the background check and transfer.
Who It Is For
The Winchester M70 Super Grade 6.8 Western is a great fit for hunters and target shooters who want an accurate, dependable rifle from Winchester.
Buy the Winchester M70 Super Grade 6.8 Western at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Winchester M70 Super Grade 6.8 Western online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more rifles. For factory details, visit Winchester.
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