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Hi all, I was perusing the stock in my local LGS today, when my eye was attracted to what looked like a Win M70 Featherweight.

I demanded to see it in Braille (with my hands as one does) and it turned out to be practically NIB. Not a mark I could find. New Haven manuf, pre '64 style. And it sure feels good and looks right purty.

I found out why when I checked the calibre .223 WSFU - for those not in the know Winchester Short Fat Ugly aka WSSM.

I played coy and the man made me an offer $550 for it with the bases and rings, RCBS dies, 2 boxes of ammo, and about 40 cases.

A quick glance in the Nosler manual shows that I can get 60 gr bullets up to about 3,650 fps and 50 grainers to within touching distance of 4,000 fps, using Aussie powders.

Now, my question is

a) do I really want it? It seems like a bargain, but ....

b) what is the twist rate on the barrel and will it stabilise 60 grainers?

c) with that toothpick barrel, will I be able to fire more than, say, 3 shots before it melts? Not quite a serious question, but anyone able to comment on accuracy and consistency?

Thanks in advance