So I decided I want a new rifle before next year's hunting season, have been using my model 700 30-06 for 15 years now, and am ready to play with something new.
The new rifle's intended purpose is 2 fold, I want it for long distance antelope and deer hunting, and for longer range target work. I would like to be able to shoot out to 600 yds comfortably on deer/antelope size game if needed. (I'm not trying to go western extreme or whatever they are called, just want a solid long distance rifle, in case)
So the rifle I have chose is the savage 11 trophy predator, in 6.5 creedmoore. It comes topped with a Nikon bdc scope, but my plan was to replace it with a primary arms 4x14 ffp. The Nikon could go on another couple rifles I have kicking around.
I went to look at this rifle today at sportsman's, they didn't have it in stock, but they did have a savage 10 predator in stock, at first glance they seem pretty close to the same rifle, from what I could tell, the 10 comes with a accustom, and maybe a better magazine system.
There is about a 200$ difference between the 10 and 11, with the 10 not coming with a scope. Is the 10 worth the extra money? What differnces Are making up the price difference between them? Is it just the accustock?
I really really liked the look and feel of the 10. The river American predator was also on the list originally, but it felt much cheaper in hand, and the fit and finish was not up to par. ( I realize it's 1/2 the price, fine rifle in its price point)
So what do I go with? The 10 or the 11? I haven't seen the 11 yet, so maybe they have a lower quality feel or something real obvious I'm missing. I have up to 1000$ to spend on a rifle, not counting optics, so the price difference is fine if it's worth it.
