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Hunting rifle
FrOg
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I've never been hunting and am ignorant about hunting related things. Recently, my brother went hunting with some of his friends and fell in love with it. He is in college and I'm sure can't afford a rifle.
Question: Can yall suggest good reliable rifles that are cheap enough to buy as a gift. I'm assuming he would need a .308 (I think). He likes the cowboy action (not sure what thats called) but I think would be happy with bolt action. I don't think he wants a scope but would like to get him something that had the option of such an addition. What do yall think?? I like the Remingtons but are too expensive for me to get him as a gift.
Just give me some options and ideas.
Thx in advance,
Frog
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Question: Can yall suggest good reliable rifles that are cheap enough to buy as a gift. I'm assuming he would need a .308 (I think). He likes the cowboy action (not sure what thats called) but I think would be happy with bolt action. I don't think he wants a scope but would like to get him something that had the option of such an addition. What do yall think?? I like the Remingtons but are too expensive for me to get him as a gift.
Just give me some options and ideas.
Thx in advance,
Frog
GO NAVY, BEAT ARMY
Comments
This is the Savage I was looking at.
http://www.savagearms.com/116fxp3.htm
Thanks for your help.
Kyle
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Savage 110 for a bolt gun, Marlin 30-30 for a lever action. [:)]
"If you aim at nothing,
you will be sure to hit it"
we all have our favorites on caliber, action, and brands.
But, such an investment should also please the end user, your bro.
Any gun would be appreciated I'm sure, but a little time feelin' him out first to find where his thoughts are would go a long way in true happiness.
Hint, sneak around and ask his buds he hunted with. Then, come here to the oldtimers for suggestions on best price and where to look. Remember too, there's several dealers here that would cut their profit to help ya out. Even that wild guy from Alaska has done some favors for several GB members buying new. [;)] Pushin' the thought farther, that pawn dude might also find something used to help save you a buck. But count your change! [:D]
Far as I know, you're well liked here, nothing wrong with friends helpin' friends. It's good for everybody!
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Thank you all for your advice. I have a good idea about what's out there and what the different options are. I like the remington package that deerhntr mentioned (it comes with scope too). The ruger and the savage also look great.
I'll definitely ask one of his buds about what he really wants. He did mention the lever action and if that's what it ends up being, I'll get the Marlin.
Again, thx for the ideas and help. It's cool being able to count on yall.
Frog
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Hope your brother isnt hunting in MD. As I recall you live in our wonderfull state[:(]. I believe rifles are only allowed to be used in the western most counties for deer hunting.
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Rule #1. Dont buy a Remington 710.
Rule #2. Buy a Ruger.
I think for someone on a budget a .308 is a great choice, especially if you want to do a lot of shooting. Surplus mil ammo is available everywhere for super cheap, just pick up a copy of shotgun news and see for yourself.
But if hes not going to do a lot of shooting, and is one of those "go to the range the week before deer season" types, tell him to get a .270 Win..
Preferably a Ruger.. [:D]
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I will echo FrancF's suggestion for the Marlin 30-30, one of the best guns and caliber combinations ever put together.
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-Benjamin Franklin
[:D] [:D] Except for the Marlin 336 in .35 Rem. [:D] [:D]
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Two rules...
Rule #1. Dont buy a Remington 710.
Rule #2. Buy a Ruger.
I think for someone on a budget a .308 is a great choice, especially if you want to do a lot of shooting. Surplus mil ammo is available everywhere for super cheap, just pick up a copy of shotgun news and see for yourself.
But if hes not going to do a lot of shooting, and is one of those "go to the range the week before deer season" types, tell him to get a .270 Win..
Preferably a Ruger.. [:D]
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It just all felt like a big chunk of plastic.
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Big Daddy my heros have always been cowboys,they still are it seems
Hunting ammo is available from multipal sources, and mil-surp ammo is plentiful and inexpensive for practicing with.
Some guys like a mag full of lead, I still prefer one round to the head.
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Former NSSA All American
Navy Distinguished Pistol Shot
MO, CT, VA.
Oh, yes, there is lots of newer stuff out there, and you can shoot a lot further, but most deer are taken in less than 100 yards - a lot less![:D]