Don't get me wrong, I think the Winchester Model 70 is a good action, and in reality would not be reluctant to own one. That model of the Featherweight, was very badly made. Huge reputation for inaccuracy. I don't know why it was like it was. Other models have reasonable reputations. I was once going to use the Model 70 as a basis for a three barrel takedown rifle.

I do prefer a real Mauser 98 though. Far more reliable. I mentioned the inability to use the rifle when a stuck bullet ejected powder all through a M70 action, Took forever to clean and reclean before the action would cycle properly. Never had this sort of problem with the military Mauser 98.