Hi guys, I'm thinking of getting a .270 rifle. Most of the time it'll be used in the blinds or on the tree stand. But I still want to get a synthetic stock one.
My first look was CZ-550 American in kevlar stock, but ... you know budget is an issue and CZ is out.
So now my eyes fall onto the M70 (current production) and X-bolt. Local store got both but only have the stainless & walnut versions. So I have no idea how the quality of the synthetics is.
From what I saw today:
X-bolt:
less travel to open/close the bolt, safety is easier to handle, more tapped holes for scope mount, detachable mag, less (maybe? not sure...) trigger travel.
M70:
CRF, 3-position safety, a little better workmanship, a little less force to open/close bolt, metal hinged mag floor.
Dry fire is not allowed in the local store and I didn't have a snap-cap with me, so don't know about the feel of their triggers. Also I heard that X-bolt's are very, very accurate, but not sure about the current M70s.
Kind of stuck now, so I'm seeking help from your guys.
THX!
My first look was CZ-550 American in kevlar stock, but ... you know budget is an issue and CZ is out.
So now my eyes fall onto the M70 (current production) and X-bolt. Local store got both but only have the stainless & walnut versions. So I have no idea how the quality of the synthetics is.
From what I saw today:
X-bolt:
less travel to open/close the bolt, safety is easier to handle, more tapped holes for scope mount, detachable mag, less (maybe? not sure...) trigger travel.
M70:
CRF, 3-position safety, a little better workmanship, a little less force to open/close bolt, metal hinged mag floor.
Dry fire is not allowed in the local store and I didn't have a snap-cap with me, so don't know about the feel of their triggers. Also I heard that X-bolt's are very, very accurate, but not sure about the current M70s.
Kind of stuck now, so I'm seeking help from your guys.
THX!
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