Winchester Model 70 Featherweight .22-250 Rem Precision Bolt Rifle
The Winchester Model 70 Featherweight .22-250 Rem Precision Bolt Rifle is a .22-250 Remington bolt-action rifles from Winchester. It is available from 5 vendors at $1109.49 to $1279.99.
Product Information
Name: Winchester Model 70 Featherweight .22-250 Rem Precision Bolt Rifle
Brand: Winchester
Category: Bolt-Action Rifles
Caliber: .22-250 Remington
Barrel Length: 22"
Capacity: 5 rounds
UPC: 048702002144
SKU: UCr9wdXc
Description
The Winchester Model 70 Featherweight is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .22-250 Remington with a 22-inch blued barrel, brown/walnut-style synthetic stock, and an overall weight of 6.12 lbs.
Key Specifications
- Model: Winchester Model 70 Featherweight
- Caliber: .22-250 Remington
- Action: Bolt Action
- Capacity: 5 + 1 rounds
- Barrel Length: 22 inches
- Overall Length: 42.25 inches
- Weight: 6.12 lbs
- Finish: Brown with Blued accents
- Trigger System: M.O.A. Trigger System (Minute of Angle)
- Safety Mechanism: Three-position safety
Detailed Features
The Featherweight name is specific to this model's weight reduction relative to the standard Model 70-6.12 lbs is meaningfully light for a full-length bolt rifle. The free-floating barrel minimizes stock-contact interference with harmonics. The M.O.A. trigger is adjustable and has a reputation for a clean, consistent break. The recessed target crown protects the muzzle. Three-position safety allows bolt cycling with the firing pin blocked.
The controlled round feed and claw extractor are characteristic of the Model 70 action, giving reliable extraction across cartridge types.
Complete Specifications
| Caliber | .22-250 Remington |
| Model | Model 70 Featherweight |
| Capacity | 5 rounds |
| Magazines included | 1 |
| Barrel length | 22" |
| Overall length | 42.25" |
| Weight | 97.92 oz |
| Action | Bolt Action |
| Finish | Blued |
| Color | Brown |
| Stock type | Checkered with Schnabel Forearm |
| Stock material | Satin Finished Walnut W/ Classic FTWT Cut Ck'g |
| Sights | Drilled&Tapped |
| Safety | Three-Position |
Frequently Asked Questions
What caliber is the Model 70 Featherweight?
The Model 70 Featherweight is chambered in .22-250 Remington.
What is the barrel length of the Model 70 Featherweight?
It has a 22-inch barrel.
How many rounds does the Model 70 Featherweight hold?
It has a 5+1 capacity.
Who makes the Model 70 Featherweight?
The Model 70 Featherweight is made by Winchester.
What type of firearm is the Model 70 Featherweight?
It is a bolt-action rifle.
Where can I buy the Model 70 Featherweight?
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What Reviewers Say
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It's famous for having a smooth action uh there's something about the angle and the way the bolt is made and when you're ready to shoot again it just works so well.
Big negative is of course in the 1963 uh due to labor costs and whatever production cost.
I can live with that FN makes good stuff.
People who hunt dangerous game I think prefer the uh control feed have more control over the cartridge more reliable.
Use it operate it there's a there's a feel there there's a romance there I say there's just a a Indescribable feel and balance uh to it that uh you can't find in a lot of other rifles.
Customers Say
AI-generated insights derived from customer reviews and discussions on popular gun-enthusiast forums.
The Model 70 Featherweight in .22-250 draws particular appreciation for what it weighs. At 6.12 lbs, it's one of the lighter options in the production bolt-action market for a full-length rifle, which matters for hunters who carry all day across varied terrain.
Accuracy gets strong marks. The .22-250 flat trajectory suits varmint hunting well, and the free-floating barrel and M.O.A. trigger give the rifle the mechanical baseline to perform. Bolt feel and action quality come up as consistent positives.
Critiques include price comparisons to other production bolt rifles and occasional comments about recoil management, mild for experienced shooters but worth noting for newer ones. The light weight, while a benefit on the carry, does mean the rifle moves a bit more during recoil than heavier platforms. Traditional feel and Winchester's production heritage are frequently cited as part of the appeal.
Where to Buy - 5 Offers Available
Price Range: $1109.49 - $1279.99
| Vendor | Price | Condition | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Impactguns Com | $1109.49 | New | Buy Now |
| Primaryarms Com | $1119.99 | New | Buy Now |
| Gunbuyer Com | $1148.85 | New | Buy Now |
| Grabagun Com | $1196.99 | New | Buy Now |
| Guns Com | $1279.99 | New | Buy Now |
