Searching for pre-64 M70 scope base

hoghunting · October 4, 2010, 08:40 PM

I definitely need help as my search hasn't been helpful. I am looking for a picatinny base for a pre-64 Winchester Model 70 long-action, not the magnum action. The one-piece Redfield base mounts the scope too far forward, and the extension rings only bring it back 1/2". The picatinny will let me move the scope further back without cutting the stock.

Does anyone know who makes this base or where I could find one?

Thank you for your time and suggestions.

James K · October 5, 2010, 01:20 PM

I would try Brownells if you have not already done so.

Jim

Scorch · October 5, 2010, 02:07 PM

Weaver Long action 1-piece aluminum Picatinny
http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct...tNumber=894495

Warne Long action 1-piece steel Picatinny
http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct...tNumber=433160

hoghunting · October 6, 2010, 12:02 AM

Thanks, Jim and Scorch, Brownells was the first place I tried. I can find bases for the M70, but not the pre-64. The screw pattern is different.

Clark · October 6, 2010, 11:45 AM

http://swfa.com/EGW-Picatinny-Rail-1...nt-P46219.aspx

I like the EGW one piece mounts.
I can get one piece from China for nearly free, or $125 from US Optics, but EGW is very high quality.

As the owner of EGW has stated, ~ he is not trying to put his kid through college with every scope mount.

hoghunting · October 6, 2010, 01:59 PM

Thanks, Clark. I already checked EGW's website, and the only mount that will fit the pre-64 is a 20 MOA base.

I found a 0 MOA picatinny for the pre-64 from Near Manufacturing, and have already ordered it.

October 4, 2010, 08:40 PM	#1
hoghunting Senior Member Join Date: March 28, 2006 Posts: 1,559	Searching for pre-64 M70 scope base I definitely need help as my search hasn't been helpful. I am looking for a picatinny base for a pre-64 Winchester Model 70 long-action, not the magnum action. The one-piece Redfield base mounts the scope too far forward, and the extension rings only bring it back 1/2". The picatinny will let me move the scope further back without cutting the stock. Does anyone know who makes this base or where I could find one? Thank you for your time and suggestions.

October 5, 2010, 02:07 PM	#3
Scorch Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2006 Location: Washington state Posts: 15,249	Weaver Long action 1-piece aluminum Picatinny http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct...tNumber=894495 Warne Long action 1-piece steel Picatinny http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct...tNumber=433160 __________________ Never try to educate someone who resists knowledge at all costs. But what do I know? Summit Arms Services

October 5, 2010, 01:20 PM	#2
James K Member In Memoriam Join Date: March 17, 1999 Posts: 24,383	I would try Brownells if you have not already done so. Jim

October 6, 2010, 12:02 AM	#4
hoghunting Senior Member Join Date: March 28, 2006 Posts: 1,559	Thanks, Jim and Scorch, Brownells was the first place I tried. I can find bases for the M70, but not the pre-64. The screw pattern is different.

October 6, 2010, 11:45 AM	#5
Clark Senior Member Join Date: December 4, 1999 Location: WA, the ever blue state Posts: 4,678	http://swfa.com/EGW-Picatinny-Rail-1...nt-P46219.aspx I like the EGW one piece mounts. I can get one piece from China for nearly free, or $125 from US Optics, but EGW is very high quality. As the owner of EGW has stated, ~ he is not trying to put his kid through college with every scope mount.

October 6, 2010, 01:59 PM	#6
hoghunting Senior Member Join Date: March 28, 2006 Posts: 1,559	Thanks, Clark. I already checked EGW's website, and the only mount that will fit the pre-64 is a 20 MOA base. I found a 0 MOA picatinny for the pre-64 from Near Manufacturing, and have already ordered it.