EGW Winchester 70 STD/LA Picatinny Rail

• One-piece Picatinny platform: Gives the rifle a continuous mounting surface, making ring placement easier and allowing more flexibility when setting eye relief with different scope sizes.
• 6061-T6 aluminum construction: Keeps weight low while still providing the rigidity needed for a stable optic mount on a hunting or field rifle.
• Matte black anodized finish: Helps resist wear and corrosion while reducing glare, which is useful on rifles carried in changing weather and bright outdoor light.
• Ambidextrous beveled profile: The rail is shaped for clean handling from either side and maintains a practical, low-profile fit on compatible Winchester-pattern actions.
• Mounting hardware included: Supplied screws and bit simplify installation, so the rail can be fitted without sourcing extra parts separately.

About the EGW Picatinny Rails Series

EGW Picatinny Rails are built as practical, one-piece optic mounting solutions for rifle owners who want a secure interface between the receiver and modern scope rings. In the manufacturer’s lineup, this series focuses on straightforward installation, broad rifle compatibility, and a layout that follows the Picatinny standard, giving shooters more freedom in ring spacing than traditional two-piece bases. A defining feature of the family is its 6061-T6 aluminum construction, which keeps overall weight down without giving up the stiffness needed for dependable optic support.

Within the series, EGW offers different action-specific versions and, where relevant, cant options such as 0 MOA, 15 MOA, or 20 MOA to suit different shooting distances and rifle setups. The rails also use a center valley running lengthwise through the base, a design EGW originally intended to help accommodate backup iron sights on suitable rifles. This combination of low mass, practical geometry, and broad compatibility makes the series well suited to hunting rifles, general-purpose field rifles, and precision-oriented bolt actions that benefit from a stable, repeatable optic mounting platform.

About the EGW Winchester 70 STD/LA Picatinny Rail

The EGW Winchester 70 STD/LA Picatinny Rail is designed for shooters using compatible Winchester Model 70 standard and long-action rifles, as well as listed related actions such as the Marlin XL-7. Its main advantage is the move from a limited base arrangement to a full-length one-piece Picatinny rail, which gives far more freedom when positioning scope rings. That matters when fitting optics with longer tubes, adjusting eye relief, or balancing a rifle for hunting and general field use.

Machined from aluminum and finished in matte black, the rail adds useful mounting capability without making the rifle unnecessarily heavy. The overall length of 179.00 mm and 17 slots provide ample room for ring placement, while the four-hole pattern and 6-48 screw thread match the intended receiver layout. In practical terms, that means a cleaner fit and a more stable interface for riflescopes used for stalking, stand hunting, or general sporting applications.

This version uses a KR 0.0 mm configuration, making it the straightforward choice for shooters who want a neutral mounting base rather than added elevation bias. The included mounting hardware also helps streamline installation. For anyone setting up a Winchester-pattern rifle with modern Picatinny-compatible rings, this rail provides a simple, durable foundation that supports consistent optic alignment and easier equipment changes over time.

About EGW

Evolution Gun Works was founded by George Smith in 1991 and began as a gunsmithing shop in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. The company is now based in Quakertown, Pennsylvania, United States, where it designs and manufactures firearm parts and accessories. EGW is especially well known for products such as scope mounts and scope rings, alongside 1911 parts, AR components, red dot mounts, thread protectors, and other rifle accessories.

That background is directly relevant to products like this Picatinny rail. EGW’s reputation comes from making practical mounting solutions for a wide range of rifle platforms, with an emphasis on fit, machining consistency, and compatibility with modern optics. Its catalog reflects a strong focus on the interface between firearm and sighting system, which is why EGW rails are commonly chosen for hunting rifles, sporting rifles, and precision-oriented builds alike.

Main Features

• Product type: Picatinny Rail
• Series: EGW Picatinny Rails
• Material: Aluminium
• Color: Black - Matte
• Length: 179.00 mm
• Extension (KR): KR 0.0 mm
• Thread: 6-48
• Number of holes: 4.00
• Number of slots: 17.00
• Made in: USA
• Compatibility: Kimber 89 BGR (Round Top), Marlin XL-7, Winchester M70 LA

Warranty

EGW provides a 2-year warranty for this Picatinny rail.

In the Box

• Picatinny rail
• #6-48 x 1/4 screws
• T-10 bit