M70 Gunsmith recommendation...

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30 October 2006, 22:28

M70 Gunsmith recommendation...

I was thinking of having my M70 classic in 338 win mag converted to 375H&H. I know it can be done without extending the loading port, but I'd rather have it opened up like a real 375H&H.

In fact, I'd like it to be just like a factory magnum. Buying one is not an option, as I'm talking about a stainless left-handed M70, and they're kinda scarce these days.

I was looking for a gunsmith recommendation to perform this work.

BTW, been awhile since I visited this forum. Nice to see it still going strong.

30 October 2006, 22:35

Dago Red

I don't have a smith recommendation for you, but thought I would suggest maybe looking at that new Ruger 375 round, works in standard length action. it would get you around the high cost of having the standard mod 70 opened up. Just a thought.

Red

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30 October 2006, 23:53

thismortalcoil

Mark Penrod is a 70's whiz. Stu Satterlee can also work wonders

31 October 2006, 02:18

Dago,

No thanks, I'm kinda partial to the H&H version. But I do appreciate the thought.

31 October 2006, 02:20

Mortal,

I've heard of Mark, and did some research here on Stu, thanks for the recommendations.

31 October 2006, 02:51

vapodog

Dennis Olson of Plains Montana does superb work as well.

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31 October 2006, 20:06

adrook

Mark Penrod

His work is top notch.

31 October 2006, 20:11

model70man

I'm curious about the .375 Ruger and went to their web site but could find nothing. Is this a wildcat? Thanks...Bill.

31 October 2006, 20:43

white bison

Hi: The .375 Ruger isn't out yet...said to be out early 2007.
Best Regards,

Tom

31 October 2006, 22:28

okie john

Jim Cloward is an old-school M-70 wizard from way back. I have two of his rifles now and have owned several others. They're superb. He's in Lake Stevens, WA. Phone is 425-334-3006.

Okie John