The Winchester Model 70 Super Grade is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5 PRC with a 24-inch free-floating barrel, polished blued steel metalwork, and a Grade AAA French walnut stock. Capacity is 3+1 rounds. It's built around Winchester's controlled-round-feed action with the M.O.A. trigger system. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Winchester 
• Model: Model 70 Super Grade 
• Caliber: 6.5 PRC 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Capacity: 3+1 rounds 
• Trigger System: M.O.A. Trigger System 
• Safety Mechanism: Three-position safety 
• Stock Material: Grade AAA French Walnut with polished blued steel finish 
   

Detailed Features 

1. Free-Floating Barrel: The 24-inch barrel doesn't contact the stock, so wood movement from humidity and temperature doesn't affect point of impact. 
    
2. Target Crown Muzzle: A recessed crown protects the muzzle rifling, which matters for a rifle at this finish level. 
    
3. M.O.A. Trigger System: Adjustable, with a clean break. Same system Winchester uses across the Model 70 line. 
    
4. Controlled Round Feed and Ejection: The Mauser-style extractor grabs the case rim as it exits the magazine, which feeds more reliably than a push-feed design at awkward angles. 
    
5. Grade AAA French Walnut Stock: Cut-checkering on the grip and forend, ebony forearm tip, shadowline cheek piece, and integral sling swivel studs. The walnut grade means figured wood with tight grain. 
    
6. Jeweled Bolt Body & Knurled Bolt Handle: Cosmetic work typical of the Super Grade tier — jeweling on the bolt body and a knurled handle knob. 
    

Usage Scenarios 

• Big game hunting: The 6.5 PRC has a flat trajectory and good terminal energy at 500+ yards. Combined with controlled-round-feed reliability, this works well for elk and deer in open country. 
• Long-range shooting: The free-floating 24-inch barrel and 6.5 PRC cartridge combination competes in precision hunting rifle formats. 

The Winchester Model 70 Super Grade in 6.5 PRC draws consistently positive feedback, with the aesthetic and action quality driving most of the enthusiasm.

The walnut stock is the most-commented feature. Owners who care about wood quality appreciate the figure and finish, and the cut checkering gets credit for both grip and appearance. The controlled-round-feed action is a recurring positive for hunters who prefer that extraction mechanism, and the M.O.A. trigger works well out of the box. Accuracy is rated highly — the 6.5 PRC at 24 inches produces flat, consistent performance.

Weight and balance come up occasionally. At roughly 7 lbs the rifle isn't particularly heavy, but the combination of a 24-inch barrel and wood stock makes it less convenient for pack-in hunting than lighter synthetic alternatives. A few buyers note that 6.5 PRC ammunition costs more than 6.5 Creedmoor and has narrower retail availability, which is worth knowing before purchase.

The price is the most common hesitation. The Super Grade commands a significant premium over the standard Model 70, and some buyers feel the cost is only justified if the wood quality and finish level genuinely matter to them. For buyers who prioritize those details, the rifle tends to meet or exceed expectations.