X Bolt or Model 70
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Need some help here fellas. Looking for a new hunting rifle in either 7mm-08 or 308 win. The two that I'm interested in our the Browning X Bolt Stainless & the Winchester Model 70 Extreme Weather. Which one has better accuracy out the box? If you own or have shot either one please post your likes & dislikes with them.
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I sold my X-Bolt Hunter once I found the Winchester M70 Extreme Weather. If you go to a store and handle them side by side, I think you will find the M70 is the better built, more rugged rifle.
One thing I must admit concerning the X-Bolt is, it was very accurate and was not picky with bullet weight. The M70 is also very accurate but I have found it to be a little picky on what it likes.
One thing I must admit concerning the X-Bolt is, it was very accurate and was not picky with bullet weight. The M70 is also very accurate but I have found it to be a little picky on what it likes.
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I sold my X-Bolt Hunter once I found the Winchester M70 Extreme Weather. If you go to a store and handle them side by side, I think you will find the M70 is the better built, more rugged rifle.
One thing I must admit concerning the X-Bolt is, it was very accurate and was not picky with bullet weight. The M70 is also very accurate but I have found it to be a little picky on what it likes.
One thing I must admit concerning the X-Bolt is, it was very accurate and was not picky with bullet weight. The M70 is also very accurate but I have found it to be a little picky on what it likes.
Next choice is which caliber to go with. 7mm-08 or 308 win.
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Is the stainless worth the extra money other than looks? Most of my hunting will take place in a deer blind & some range time. I do like the look of the stainless though just not sure if that alone will justify the extra $200.