The Winchester Model 70 Super Grade in .30-06 Springfield is a bolt-action hunting rifle built around a high-gloss AAA Maple stock with an ebony forend tip and polished blued metalwork. It's a dressed-up version of the Model 70: same dependable controlled-round-feed action, more care in the wood selection and metal finish. 
 

Key Specifications: 

• Model: Model 70 Super Grade 
• Caliber: .30-06 Springfield 
• Action Type: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Overall Length: 44.75 inches 
• Weight: 8.20 lbs (130 oz) 
• Capacity: 5+1 rounds 
• Safety Mechanism: Three Position Safety 
• Trigger System: M.O.A. Trigger System (Minute of Angle) 
• Stock Material: High Gloss AAA Maple with Ebony Forend Tip 
• Sights: Drilled & Tapped for scope mounting 
   

Detailed Features: 

 
M.O.A. Trigger System: Adjustable and crisp, a consistent break that helps with precision at distance. 
 
Three Position Safety: Lets you safely work the action while keeping the firing pin blocked, useful when loading or unloading in the field. 
 
Jeweled Bolt Body: Reduces friction slightly and looks intentional. It's a finishing touch you'd expect on a Super Grade. 
 
Pachmayr Decelerator Recoil Pad: Meaningfully reduces felt recoil with .30-06 loads during longer sessions. 
 

Usage 

 
The .30-06 chambering covers most North American big game at practical hunting distances. The 24-inch barrel gets full velocity from the cartridge. At 8.2 lbs it's not a light carry rifle, but the weight helps manage recoil and steadies the rifle at the bench or from a rest. Drilled and tapped for optics, no iron sights included.

People who buy the Model 70 Super Grade in .30-06 generally know what they're getting: a traditional bolt-action with above-average wood and metalwork. Reviews reflect that. The AAA maple stock gets frequent attention. It photographs well and the figure tends to be consistent across examples.

The bolt action and trigger get good marks. The M.O.A. trigger in particular draws positive comments for its clean break. Most owners find accuracy from a rest to be competitive with other quality hunting rifles at .30-06 ranges.

Weight comes up as a trade-off. At 8.2 lbs it's on the heavier side for an all-day carry, and a few reviewers mention that. Price is the other recurring topic. The Super Grade commands a significant premium over the base Model 70, and opinions split on whether the wood upgrade justifies it.

Overall the sentiment is positive among buyers who prioritize traditional aesthetics alongside reliable performance. It's not a rifle for someone who wants modern features like an adjustable stock; it's for someone who wants a well-made classic.