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<blockquote data-quote="MontanaRifleman" data-source="post: 488581" data-attributes="member: 11717"><p>Are you looking for an M70 clone action? I just picked up my first M70 in a 22-250 and I am very impressed with the reciever and action. I like the integral recoil lug and the beefy bolt lugs. It is a solid and robust action. The only thing I don't like about it is the safety linkage... dificult to work and noisy... at least in my rifle. The trigger is awesome! I should mention the previous owner was a gunsmith.</p><p></p><p>Having said that, you will find mixed reviews on the MRC actions. You don't see them mentioned in here very often and when speaking with a couple of quality Montana gunsmiths on their preferences for actions, the MRC actions were not mentioned. Defiance was, and highly recommended. Another option to consider would be Borden Alpines for a custom action.</p><p></p><p>For value, I would probably go with one of the mention custom actions or a Vanguard/Howa action to be blueprinted with some possible upgrades. Others like Rems or Savages. I'm surprised the M70 isn't used more for precision builds? maybe someone can fill us in on that? If you want an M70 by a factory one much cheaper at a gun show, etc.</p><p></p><p>And very important in the equation is your smith. Smiths, just like us have their preferences and peeves. So you need to work with him and come to a plan you both are happy with. I have spoken with one smith who thought MRC actions were fairly good.</p><p></p><p>My choice would be a Vangurd/Howa or a Defiance.</p><p></p><p>Enjoy your project,</p><p></p><p>Mark</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="MontanaRifleman, post: 488581, member: 11717"] Are you looking for an M70 clone action? I just picked up my first M70 in a 22-250 and I am very impressed with the reciever and action. I like the integral recoil lug and the beefy bolt lugs. It is a solid and robust action. The only thing I don't like about it is the safety linkage... dificult to work and noisy... at least in my rifle. The trigger is awesome! I should mention the previous owner was a gunsmith. Having said that, you will find mixed reviews on the MRC actions. You don't see them mentioned in here very often and when speaking with a couple of quality Montana gunsmiths on their preferences for actions, the MRC actions were not mentioned. Defiance was, and highly recommended. Another option to consider would be Borden Alpines for a custom action. For value, I would probably go with one of the mention custom actions or a Vanguard/Howa action to be blueprinted with some possible upgrades. Others like Rems or Savages. I'm surprised the M70 isn't used more for precision builds? maybe someone can fill us in on that? If you want an M70 by a factory one much cheaper at a gun show, etc. And very important in the equation is your smith. Smiths, just like us have their preferences and peeves. So you need to work with him and come to a plan you both are happy with. I have spoken with one smith who thought MRC actions were fairly good. My choice would be a Vangurd/Howa or a Defiance. Enjoy your project, Mark [/QUOTE]
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