The Winchester Model 70 Featherweight chambered in .300 Win Mag is a bolt-action hunting rifle with a 24" stainless steel barrel, walnut stock, and a 3+1 capacity. At 7.4 lbs. and 44.25" overall, it's on the lighter end for a full-size .300 Win Mag rifle. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Caliber: .300 Win Mag 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 3 Rounds (+1) 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Weight: 7.4 lbs 
• Overall Length: 44.25 inches 
   

Detailed Features 

Trigger 

Winchester's M.O.A. trigger system provides a clean, adjustable pull. It's a user-friendly system that doesn't require a gunsmith to set. 
 

Construction 

Both the receiver and barrel are stainless steel with a matte finish, which holds up well in wet field conditions without the maintenance demands of blued steel. The free-floating barrel removes contact with the stock that could affect point of impact. 
 

Feed and Ejection 

Controlled round feed gives reliable chambering from the magazine, and the extractor ensures positive ejection — both useful features when hunting in cold or adverse conditions. 
 

Intended Use 

The Featherweight in .300 Win Mag is built for big game hunting at extended ranges. The caliber handles elk, deer, and similar game effectively at distance. The lighter-than-average weight for the class means you'll feel the recoil, but also that you'll actually carry it through rough terrain all day.

The Winchester Featherweight in .300 Win Mag gets strong overall reviews from hunters, with a few consistent caveats.

The combination of light weight and walnut stock is the main draw. Owners who carry the rifle through mountains or heavy terrain appreciate that 7.4 lbs. is meaningfully lighter than most .300 Win Mag options, and the action's smoothness and accuracy get regular praise. The M.O.A. trigger is well-regarded, and most users report tight groups with quality loads.

Recoil is the recurring discussion point. The .300 Win Mag is a hard-recoiling cartridge to begin with, and the lighter rifle transmits more of that recoil to the shooter. Most experienced hunters find it manageable; shooters new to magnum cartridges or those sensitive to recoil mention it as something to consider. A muzzle brake or good recoil pad addresses the issue.

Price comes up as well — the Featherweight isn't cheap, and some buyers feel other bolt guns deliver similar practical performance for less. Aftermarket accessory availability is more limited than for more common platforms, which matters to buyers who plan to customize heavily.