17 HMR Help

[Iron Head]

I'm looking to get a 17HMR just for target shooting with an open sight.
I also know most if not all of these rifles are designed for a scope mount; however it should be easy for a good gunsmith to tap some holes for my choice of sights.
These are the specs that I'm looking for. Any help/suggestion is appreciated.
1. Stainless barrel.
2. Thumbhole stock.
3. The heavier the better. Ideally 8 1/2 lbs.

Thanks in advance.

[SpokaneSlayer]

http://www.savagearms.com/93r17BTVS.htm

[snagglepants]

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[C-Money]

Would using a red dot scope meet your needs?? They are good for closer ranges.

[Iron Head]

Would using a red dot scope meet your needs?? They are good for closer ranges.

I really need to use the same peep sight as my muzzleloader to practice for steady off-hand shooting.
Thanks

[270Shooter]

If you have the cash and want great accuracy get an anshutz(sp) sporter mine came with sights and it is the nicest rimfire I've ever shot

[olygreen]

Big 5 has a mossberg for $179 right now bolt action

[Rick]

If you're going to shoot it a lot,you might consider a .22LR as well. The ammo for a .17 is pretty spendy.

I have a .17HMR,and a .22LR. I can shoot the .22 about 10x as much as the .17 for the same amount of money.

[C-Money]

I to have the Marlin. And I agree, It will shoot 12ga shells easy at 100yrd. It is fun!