The Winchester Model 70 Safari Express is a bolt-action sporting rifle chambered in .458 Winchester Magnum designed for heavy-magnum performance. This example pairs a cold hammer-forged, free-floating 24″ barrel with a satin Grade I walnut stock featuring cut checkering and a deluxe cheekpiece. Metal surfaces are finished in a matte/blued style and the rifle includes a three-position safety and an M.O.A. trigger system.
Key Specifications
- The caliber is .458 Winchester Magnum.
- The action is a Bolt action with pre-’64 style controlled round feed and a claw extractor.
- The barrel length is 24 inches and is cold hammer-forged and free-floating.
- The overall length is 44.75 inches.
- The magazine capacity is 3 rounds with a hinged steel floorplate.
- The weight is approximately 9 pounds.
- The stock material is Grade I satin walnut with cut checkering and a deluxe cheekpiece.
- The metal finish is matte blued with matte metal surfaces and a recessed target crown.
- The twist rate is 1:14″.
- The safety is a three-position design.
Configured for reliable operation with heavy magnum cartridges, the Model 70 Safari Express combines a controlled-round-feed bolt, M.O.A. trigger system, and a drilled-and-tapped receiver for optics. Practical features such as the hooded-blade front sight, adjustable rear sight, Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad, and barrel-mounted front sling swivel provide a balanced mix of traditional handling and functional utility for big-game field use and long-range shots.
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