Revered as the bolt-action rifle for dangerous game. Built with a forged steel receiver, front and rear bedded double recoil lugs, dual decorative steel cross-bolts, iron sights with hooded front sight, satin finish checkered walnut stock and barrel mounted sling swivel.


Introduction

Perfect for your once-in-a-lifetime hunt. The Model 70™ Safari Express in a matte blued finish is the perfect choice for your once-in-a-lifetime hunt because it’s built to handle the heavy cartridges necessary to take dangerous game. Important details like the Pre-’64 type claw extractor, Pachmayr® Decelerator® recoil pad, barrel band front swivel base, hooded-blade front sight and express-style rear sight make the Safari Express ideal for any African hunt. The dual recoil lugs and two steel stock reinforcing crossbolts handle the punishment from heavy magnum loads. The time-tested Three-Position Safety has been a hallmark of the Model 70 for decades. The secure hex socket action screws won’t snag on clothing, and the one-piece steel trigger guard helps maintain rigidity and provides added strength. The handsome cheekpiece positions your eye instantly and firmly on target. Flip open the flush-mounted, hinged steel magazine floorplate for fast and easy unloading. Large calibers are available, making the Model 70 Safari Express the finest big game rifle in the world.
Special Features

SATIN FINISH GRADE I WALNUT STOCK WITH CUT CHECKERING and DELUXE CHEEKPIECE places your eye in perfect alignment with open sights or a scope. ONE-PIECE BOTTOM METAL WITH STEEL FLOOR PLATE adds rigidity for better accuracy. MATTE FINISHED METAL SURFACES reduce glare. DUAL DECORATIVE STEEL CROSS-BOLTS add strength, rigidity and a touch of stylish refinement. FORGED STEEL RECEIVER WITH DOUBLE INTEGRAL RECOIL LUGS IS BEDDED FRONT AND REAR to eliminate shifts in zero for exceptional long-range accuracy. PRE-’64 STYLE CONTROLLED ROUND FEED WITH CLAW EXTRACTOR fully controls the cartridge from magazine, to chamber, to ejection. Three-Position Safety shows safety status at a glance FREE-FLOATING BARREL for years of pinpoint accuracy. FULLY ADJUSTABLE REAR SIGHT WITH HOODED BRASS BEAD FRONT get you on target quickly. BARREL-MOUNTED FRONT SLING SWIVEL adds a classic touch. RECESSED TARGET CROWN enhances accuracy and protects the rifling. M.O.A. Trigger SYSTEM with zero take-up, zero creep and zero over-travel gives you outstanding accuracy. Blade-Type Ejector for full control of ejection force. PACHMAYR® DECELERATOR® RECOIL PAD for optimal protection against felt recoil.
Specifications
Action Length: Long Action
Caliber: 416 Rem
Barrel Length: 24?
Overall Length: 44 3/4?
Length of Pull: 13 3/4?
Drop at Comb: 1/2?
Drop at Heel: 1/2?
Weight: 9 lbs 0 oz
Magazine Capacity: 3
Twist Rate: 14?
Barrel Finish: Matte
Stock Finish: Satin
Wood Grade: Grade I
Receiver Finish: Matte
Chamber Finish: Polished
Barrel Material: Steel
Barrel Contour: Safari
Stock Material: Black Walnut