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roadnuts · September 15, 2011, 03:35 PM

Thanks in advance to everyone who takes the time to help me here. I have recently inherited a 1974 Model 70 Heavy Barrel from my grandfather at his passing. The main problem I have is that it didn't come with the magazine box. It is a 222 remington and I have had no luck finding this part. I have a couple of questions. First, does anyone have any suggestions on finding one? Second, is anyone familiar with this rifle/caliber combination. I have read that some of the smaller calibers used a spacer either before or aft of the magazine. Is that true? I know this rifle is the old long action and am just trying to make sure I am hunting the right piece.

September 15, 2011, 03:35 PM	#1
roadnuts Junior Member Join Date: September 14, 2011 Posts: 1	Model 70 222 remington Thanks in advance to everyone who takes the time to help me here. I have recently inherited a 1974 Model 70 Heavy Barrel from my grandfather at his passing. The main problem I have is that it didn't come with the magazine box. It is a 222 remington and I have had no luck finding this part. I have a couple of questions. First, does anyone have any suggestions on finding one? Second, is anyone familiar with this rifle/caliber combination. I have read that some of the smaller calibers used a spacer either before or aft of the magazine. Is that true? I know this rifle is the old long action and am just trying to make sure I am hunting the right piece.