HELP!!!!

[C-Money]

I am a big fan of the 30-06, .270win and the 7mm-08. The 7mm-08 is a very sweet shooting rifle!

[diamondboy1]

I am the one who is going to buy the gun so am I wrong for asking for grades

[halflife65]

I am the one who is going to buy the gun so am I wrong for asking for grades

Not at all.

[uncoolperson]

I am the one who is going to buy the gun so am I wrong for asking for grades

carrot sure beats the stick.
I got $50 for every A
I had to pay $10 for every B
pay $25 for every C
pay $40 for every D
pay $50 for every F

most of my paychecks back then went straight to my dad.



(ha... just thought of it, now I'm paying ~$1000 for all of em [and double if it's a D or less])

[carpsniperg2]

I am the one who is going to buy the gun so am I wrong for asking for grades

Nothing wrong with it at all. Its a good goal for a kid/youngman I worked very hard for a few guns

[ribka]

Learn to walk before you run. Start with a small less recoil caliber like 7mm-08, 270, 30-06 or even a 243. Learn the fundamentals of shooting by practicing by shooting 100's of rounds with a rifle you can handle first. Would like to see someone beginning (teenager)  to hunt shoot more than 20 rounds of 300 RUM off hand without flinching and without developing bad habits.

Like a lot of much more experienced guys on here suggested ( many are very successful hunters) go with a smaller more recoil friendly firearm.


Savage, Weatherby Vantage, Marlin xl-7 all very good, accurate and in expensive firearms. Personally like the Weatherby Vantage for around $500 with a scope. You can upgrade in the future and throw on a different stock and trigger .

Rewarding good grades is great incentive for a new rifle

[Bob33]

A flinch is a terrible habit to break.   It's best to start with a caliber that can shoot mild ammunition: they've been mentioned already.  Are you planning to shoot anything larger than deer?  If so, I would start at 270 caliber. 

Practicing a lot with a 270, 308, or 30-06 will make you a far more effective hunter than shooting 10 rounds through a RUM.  Don't just shoot from a bench; practice shooting just as you would hunting: prone, sitting, offhand.  Find your effective ranges for each method.

Bolt action's are a great choice. 

Make: Remington, Savage, Tikka all make good rifles at reasonable prices.

Make sure you budget at least $200 for a scope; a 4x or 3-9x would be a good choice.

Good luck; I hope you get a 4.0 and a nice rifle!

[C-Money]

I cant say enough about the 7mm-08. After shooting one this weekend, I was very surprised at how little felt recoil there was. It was quite a bit milder than even my .270win. The load I used in the 7mm-08 was 9 grains less than the 270win load, using the same bullet weight and powders of similar burn speeds. I was very surprised at how much difference difference there was. The 7mm-08 would be a strong choice for a youngster to start with. I like to hear about parents who set goals for their children and reward them for their hard work!

[JBar]

I am the one who is going to buy the gun so am I wrong for asking for grades

carrot sure beats the stick.
I got $50 for every A
I had to pay $10 for every B
pay $25 for every C
pay $40 for every D
pay $50 for every F


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Oh I like that! I'll be talking to Muleys Dad about this one!! We'll get muley into a good rifle and it WONT be an Ultra Mag. Muley can handle some kick but that's over doing it for the WT we'll be hunting in ID. Just keep the grades up sport!

[7mag.]

It depends on the person. I got my 7mm. Rem. Mag. at 15. I have never had a problem with flinching or been bothered by recoil. I still use the same rifle today, it's my favorite. If it had been a .308 or 300 Win. Mag., the story would probably be the same. I personaly don't see the draw for the ultra mags, but to each their own. Just buy a good quality rifle (like a Rem. 700, or a Win. mod. 70. I don't know anything about Tikka's), and practice, practice, practice. Don't forget good glass. It can make a huge difference. Good luck and study hard. Rifle or not, grades are important.

[CamoDup]

I would have to say a .270 or .257 Weatherby... if you look and compare the ballistics on the Weatherbys they shoot flatter and hit harder then most of the other rounds on the market.  they are also pretty cheap too. 

[TwoFeet]

Well lets see how your grades are. Naaa just joking with ya. Well here is some thoughts for you. What all are you planning on hunting? There are many great calibers out there. Just kinda depends on what fits you best and what you can shoot. If you are smaller frame the 243 might be a good choice if you are a bigger framed kid a 30-06 would be a great choice. The two calibers i really like for youth hunters. That can take any game out there with well placed shots are. The 7mm-08 and the 25-06 they are both great choices. I would stay away from the magnums for a youth hunter. Bolt guns are always a great choice. I would look at the tikka t3 rifles good price and great shooting guns.

Great advice CarpSniper.  I myself am a 6'1" 225 pound guy, and can still be occasionally prone to flinch while shooting from the table at the range.  I shoot a Weatherby Mark V Ultralight in 7mm Wthby Mag, which isn't bad at all, but even then I'll sometimes have pre-fire flinch towards the end of a shoot.  An old timer, and very accomplished sniper, taught me a pretty good lesson...  He went to his truck and grabbed me his match grade .223 (obviously a small/non-legal for big game caliber firearm).  He had me focus on my breathing techniques and fire several volleys before getting back onto the 7mm.  Worked well for me, so I've brought a .223 with me ever since.  Practicing proper technique is very important, and getting to know your gun is even more so.

All that being said, I have a buddy that's taken many quality animals with his .243 Remington.  The keys to his success have been practice, knowing his weapon, and taking responsible shots.  As far as manufacturer, you won't go wrong with the Tikka T3.  Don't know where you live, but if you're anywhere on the West Side, have your dad take you up to Kesselring Gun Shop in Alger.  Talk to either Don or an older, white haired, glasses wearing gentleman (his name is slipping my mind at the moment).  These guys are the best in the business and will ask you all the right questions to try to get you the best gun for your money and what you'll be using it for.  I've bought many guns up there, and have never come across a more friendly and knowledgeable bunch of guys.

Good luck hunting.

[gunnarnewt]

I can't say enough about the 7mm-08 either! A wonderful gun that doesn't put a hurt on a kid, and gets the job done down range. I started with a 270 and it's always been a sentimental favorite too.