Post by: fieldking#1 on May 03, 2013, 09:10:37 PM
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Post by: coachcw on May 03, 2013, 10:00:42 PM
Post by: Dan-o on May 03, 2013, 10:02:03 PM
Options favor the 30-06
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Post by: coachcw on May 03, 2013, 10:20:22 PM
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Post by: RadSav on May 03, 2013, 10:59:43 PM
If that was my budget, I would pick up a Ruger American in 30-06 and slap a Vortex crossfire scope on it. Would be a great entry level set up
:tup: Better than entry level IMO! Ugly as sin, but really good shooters at a great price. I like the T3 as well. Maybe even a little more than the Ruger. But you will be over budget before you put glass on it.
Post by: liljozie495 on May 03, 2013, 11:08:25 PM
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Post by: Bean Counter on May 04, 2013, 12:17:29 AM
The correct answer is to buy a bolt action .270 Winchester. Reason: this is the only rifle ammo in good quantities in the stores right now. I love my .30-06. I'm proud of myself for stocking up on ammo years ago. Good luck finding good, inexpensive hunting rounds for it today.
Post by: Simcoe hunter on May 04, 2013, 12:30:20 AM
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Post by: rtspring on May 04, 2013, 09:34:01 PM
It will kill anything you shoot with it. Dead!!
Rtspring
Post by: brokenvet on May 04, 2013, 10:14:10 PM
I have both calibers and I favor the .280 (Ruger M77 tang safety) probably because it is a lighter gun than my Remington 700 in 06.
Post by: Smithandsonstaxidermy on May 04, 2013, 10:45:21 PM
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Post by: Shooter on May 05, 2013, 10:58:00 PM
300 win or 300wsm
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Post by: Roperfive88 on May 07, 2013, 09:45:12 AM
I like the 338 Win Mag for a dedicated elk rifle. You should consider a Savage 111 package. It comes with a Nikon scope and is only $511 at East County Guns (http://www.davidsonsinc.com/consumers/subsites/inven_product.asp?dealer_id=409680&item=19795&instock=all&manufact_combo=Savage+Arms&mod_ser_combo=111+Trophy+Hunter+XP&category_combo=2&model=111+Trophy+Hunter+XP&g_type=None&act_type=&finish_type=None&calib_combo=None&sight_class_combo=None&price_range=None&left_handed=&youth=&Offset_rec=0&num_rec=50&item_num=):yeah: Except I would go with the 300 wsm. I'm just not a fan of the .338. I have two savage guns and they shoot really well out of the box.
Post by: Taco280AI on May 07, 2013, 09:49:16 AM
Post by: bearpaw on May 07, 2013, 10:25:13 AM
If that was my budget, I would pick up a Ruger American in 30-06 and slap a Vortex crossfire scope on it. Would be a great entry level set up
:yeah: With your budget the Ruger American is a great choice and I think they make it in a 30/06, probably find it for about $349, so out the door for under $400. Most of your inexpensive rifles are not made in .280. :twocents:
Not positive how much you can spend for a scope but try to spend as much on the scope, that is just as important as the rifle.
Post by: Jrzbullelk on May 07, 2013, 10:41:31 AM
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Post by: coachcw on May 09, 2013, 10:13:07 PM
Post by: Tikka300wsm on May 09, 2013, 10:29:34 PM
Post by: 2labs on May 09, 2013, 10:41:43 PM
Post by: Dan-o on May 09, 2013, 10:42:36 PM
I like the 338 Win Mag for a dedicated elk rifle. You should consider a Savage 111 package. It comes with a Nikon scope and is only $511 at East County Guns (http://www.davidsonsinc.com/consumers/subsites/inven_product.asp?dealer_id=409680&item=19795&instock=all&manufact_combo=Savage+Arms&mod_ser_combo=111+Trophy+Hunter+XP&category_combo=2&model=111+Trophy+Hunter+XP&g_type=None&act_type=&finish_type=None&calib_combo=None&sight_class_combo=None&price_range=None&left_handed=&youth=&Offset_rec=0&num_rec=50&item_num=)
We have a winner. :yeah:
If you want a good deer/elk rifle, that combo with the NIKON BDC scope comes in 7MM Rem Mag. Sweet combo for under $500.
Post by: Dan-o on May 09, 2013, 10:45:21 PM
The Savage 111 with the accu trigger and the NIKON BDC scope is $100 or so more expensive, but a way better bargain IMHO.
Post by: navy83 on May 09, 2013, 10:50:29 PM
Of your 2. Get the 30-06 and for a rifle look at the tikka t3. You cant go wrong with that combo.
I personally have that gun and it is great. I have never had a rifle perform as well as the Tikkia. I shoot 180 grain bullets out of it and couldn't be happier. it has a free-floating barrel and is on overall good gun
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Post by: Simcoe hunter on May 17, 2013, 07:49:22 AM
I'm not a big fan of pawn shop guns , good chance you could be buying some ones crapper . there is plenty of decent new rifles that wont break the bank . savage , and tika both fit the bill .300wsm is a tough all around caliber to beat , blt action accurate clip gun . decent lep rings and a vx 2 you will get many good years outta her.
Coach is right. There are several low priced rifles that are capable of far better accuracy than rifles used to be. Marlin, Savage, Howa, Tikka, T/C Venture, Mossberg and Ruger American to name a few. All of these rifles have been used and tested with more than satisfactory results. Some with excellent results. And others have come out with features that have sent the higher end manufacturers scrambling to play catch up. So the rifle should be something that fits, or feels good when you throw it up to your shoulder. If you aren't comfortable with fit/feel and aesthetics you will cuss it the rest of the days you own it.
Caliber is easy. NOT. Have you shot a high powered rifle before? Do you know if you are recoil sensitive or not? If recoil doesn't bother you get the biggest caliber you want- 300 mag, 338 etc... If you haven't shot high power before find a friend and explain your situation and ask if you could shoot a round or two. The .270 Win is very capable in the hands of a true hunter who is willing to wait for a good shot or get a better position.
And here is where I agree with Coach the most. GET GOOD GLASS AND MOUNTS. All of the rifles above are very capable. But aren't worth a rats hiney if you can't see what you are going to shoot at. Good mounts will help to keep it aligned and on target. And their is a huge difference in how well you can see out of the glass that different companies sell. Do at least as much research and leg work on this as the rifle.
Post by: WSU on May 17, 2013, 11:37:03 AM