Hello,
My name is Ben Spence, and I’m reaching out with a sincere request regarding a very meaningful personal project.
I’ve loved pre-64 Model 70s since I was a kid. My dad has a Featherweight chambered in .270, and it’s the rifle I learned to hunt with. That rifle shaped not only my appreciation for craftsmanship, but also some of my best memories in the field. Ever since, I’ve wanted to build one of my own.
I’m currently in the process of putting together a pre-64 Model 70 Featherweight-style rifle in .220 Swift using a standard action. I’ve sourced nearly all of the components and am having a custom barrel made by Krieger to match the original Featherweight contour as closely as possible.
At this point, I’m down to the final pieces: a magazine box and follower spring compatible with this setup. These parts have proven incredibly difficult to track down.
I’m writing to respectfully ask—if you happen to have one available, or know of one—I would be grateful if you’d keep me in mind. I’m more than willing to purchase at fair market value. This is a personal build with a lot of meaning behind it, and not something that will ever be resold.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I truly appreciate any help or direction you might be able to offer.
Best regards,
Ben Spence
My name is Ben Spence, and I’m reaching out with a sincere request regarding a very meaningful personal project.
I’ve loved pre-64 Model 70s since I was a kid. My dad has a Featherweight chambered in .270, and it’s the rifle I learned to hunt with. That rifle shaped not only my appreciation for craftsmanship, but also some of my best memories in the field. Ever since, I’ve wanted to build one of my own.
I’m currently in the process of putting together a pre-64 Model 70 Featherweight-style rifle in .220 Swift using a standard action. I’ve sourced nearly all of the components and am having a custom barrel made by Krieger to match the original Featherweight contour as closely as possible.
At this point, I’m down to the final pieces: a magazine box and follower spring compatible with this setup. These parts have proven incredibly difficult to track down.
I’m writing to respectfully ask—if you happen to have one available, or know of one—I would be grateful if you’d keep me in mind. I’m more than willing to purchase at fair market value. This is a personal build with a lot of meaning behind it, and not something that will ever be resold.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I truly appreciate any help or direction you might be able to offer.
Best regards,
Ben Spence
