Since 1936, the Model 70 has stood as the gold standard for bolt-action rifles. It remains unparalleled in its category, and for a good reason. At the heart of this rifle lies its famous three-position safety, ingeniously designed to be operated with the thumb of your firing hand. This mechanism lifts the firing pin away from the sear—providing an extra layer of security. The receiver is forged steel, starting life as a solid block before being meticulously shaped into form. Its flat-bottom profile offers greater surface area for bedding—a crucial feature that ensures stability during firing. The receiver is bedded with two-part epoxy at both front and rear points to prevent any internal shifting within the stock when you shoot. A hallmark feature is its Controlled Round Feed (CRF) bolt design, equipped with a massive claw extractor that grips about one-quarter of your cartridge base securely. This system exerts full control over each round—from magazine exit through chamber entry until ejection—ensuring smooth operation throughout every stage. Even if an unfired cartridge hasn’t fully entered the chamber yet, it can still be extracted effortlessly thanks to this innovative design. The M.O.A Trigger System is another standout feature—the most precise three-lever trigger system worldwide—offering improved fit and finish along with enhanced accuracy reminiscent of Pre-'64 models’ controlled round feeding mechanisms. Additionally, a blade-type ejector gives you complete command when expelling spent cases. Lastly—but by no means least—is its free-floating barrel which undergoes button rifling; a process known for delivering superior accuracy and long-lasting durability. In sum: If you're looking for reliability merged seamlessly with precision craftsmanship in a bolt-action rifle—the Model 70 continues to set that benchmark unequivocally.