The Winchester Model 70 Featherweight in .25-06 Remington is a bolt-action sporting rifle built for disciplined field use. It pairs a 22-inch cold hammer-forged, free-floating featherweight-profile barrel with a satin Grade I walnut stock featuring classic feather-cut checkering and a Schnabel fore-end. The action uses Pre-’64 style Controlled Round Feed with a three-position safety and a forged steel receiver bedded front and rear for consistent performance. At roughly 7 pounds and with a hinged floorplate feeding a five-round capacity, the rifle balances handling and practical carrying weight for hunting and general sporting applications.
Key Specifications
- Chambered in .25-06 Remington for medium-bore sporting performance.
- Barrel measures 22 inches with a featherweight profile and recessed target crown.
- Action type is a Bolt Action with Pre-’64 style Controlled Round Feed and claw extractor.
- Magazine capacity is 5 rounds served by a hinged floorplate.
- Overall weight is approximately 7 lb for easy carry in the field.
- Barrel twist rate is 1:10 as specified for the factory rifling.
- Stock is Grade I satin walnut with feather-cut checkering and a Schnabel fore-end.
- Metal surfaces feature a blued finish with polished highlights.
- Safety is a three-position design located for convenient thumb operation.
- Equipped with the M.O.A. Trigger System for a crisp, adjustable break with minimal take-up.
The Model 70 Featherweight brings classic controlled-round-feed reliability and refined fit-and-finish to a lightweight hunting platform. Its combination of a cold hammer-forged free-floating barrel, premium walnut stock, and the M.O.A. trigger system make it well suited for shooters who prioritize handling, consistent function, and traditional lines in a field-ready rifle.





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