I don't doubt the new 21st century version of the venerable Winchester Model 70 is superior to the old pre-64 version. Too bad the new version isn't chambered in 7mm Mauser (7x57)! Origninally developed in 1892 this was formerly the military caliber of Spain, Mexico, Central America, and half of South American governments. Perhaps no finer dual purpose deer/ elk caliber exists. The average American hunter tends to be overgunned! Bullet placement, not size, makes the difference. The North American big hunter couldn't perhaps ask for anything better than a modern bolt action sporter rifle chambered in 7mm Mauser (7x57) and topped with a Weaver K-4, Leopold 4x compact scope. This combination will put venison (deer) and elk meat in the family freezer if the shooter does their part.
