Hunting Rifle recommendations

[lowfast]

+1 for 300WM, especially if you want something that can handle larger game in the future.

[likeitfast55]

Ruger M77 300WM with a Leopold 6.5x20 50mm, factory target turrets, Ruger ss rings. Hardly breathes hard at 300 yds.

[SOLOW55]

I shoot a 7mm ultra mag and the long action doesn't bother me. I have yet to have to make a follow up shot.When the deer I hunt are over 200lb on the hoof, I want something that will really break down their shoulder.I also like being able to have 5-6" kill zone out to 400 yds with one point of aim.

[Sleeper]

If its going to be your only hunting rifle stick to the basic calibers that you can find at any corner store.

[AnthonyS]

M1A.... in case you are facing multiple targets.

[Darren M]

Check out the Ruger M77s and the Kimbers.

As I read your list I thought "Sounds just like my M77 in 6mm." Couldn't agree more! Love that gun.

[S_K]

Personally I prefer a short action. With modern gunpowder, I don't see the need for the larger case of the 270/30-06. With a very few exceptions, a .308 will do everything a 30-06 will. Same goes for 7-08 vs a .270.

[dee]

270 and 30-06 will be long action and the 308 a short. For most practical purposes in factory ammo the 30-06 doesn't offer much advantage unless you are shooting really heavy pills.

[ceyko]

Thanks for the feedback, fellas! I'll have to hit a couple stores and feel out a few of the suggestions.

Any thoughts on .270 vs .308 vs .30-06?


Silly man! I said near $800. :P

I have a Browning X-bolt and enjoy it I also am a fan of the Tikka's. I would've bought that one if I did not find a used X-bolt with scope for a good price. However, I also have a Mossberg ATR that is a el-cheapo rifle and love it too.

As far as caliber - I use 30-06 for nostalgia purposes and it's what my family up north hunts with so ammo is easier to stock. I don't think you can go wrong with 308 - I know some dudes who bought 270s, but ended up with 308s. With shot placement though, I think you'd do alright with any of the 3 calibers.

[GhostTX]

Thanks for the feedback, fellas! I'll have to hit a couple stores and feel out a few of the suggestions.

Any thoughts on .270 vs .308 vs .30-06?

Barrett model 95 should get the job done.

Silly man! I said near $800. :P

[LANTIRN]

Barrett model 95 should get the job done.

[reo]

I am also trying to decide myself after letting my 700 BDL go the other year. Have been eyeing the Winchester M 70, either the Supergrade or the featherweight. But they are pricey.

-Eric

[BlackGT]

X3 on the Tikka!
Have had mine for years and it is still as accurate as the day I bought it.
Great triggers, (Remington triggers suck) Smoothest action of any rifle in its price range, excellent trigger, very accurate!!!

[Trip McNeely]

Tikka t3.

x2. I Love mine. Chambered in 7mm Rem-Mag.

All I added was a sling, Bi-pod, and my scope is a Nikon Pro-Staff BDC. It's dead accurate.

[YALE]

Howa 1500 Diamond package. They come with a scope for $500-$600.