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re: If you had $8k to spend on a rifle what would you buy?

Posted on 5/17/14 at 12:20 am to
Posted by dnm3305
Member since Feb 2009
13560 posts
Posted on 5/17/14 at 12:20 am to
Larue PredatAR 5.56
Springfield Armory M1A
Springfield Armory TRP Operator 1911
Ammo for everything with the rest
Posted by Captain Rumbeard
Member since Jan 2014
4063 posts
Posted on 5/17/14 at 12:24 am to
A couple of SCAR's and some ammo.
Posted by Purple Spoon
Hoth
Member since Feb 2005
17786 posts
Posted on 5/17/14 at 5:37 am to
1500$ rifle

5500$ guided elk hunt
Posted by C
Houston
Member since Dec 2007
27818 posts
Posted on 5/17/14 at 5:39 am to
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Why the frick would someone spend 8k on a rifle?


Wife received a sizable inheritance and said I could spend up to $8k on something from collectors firearms in Houston for my birthday.

The responses in here have been great. Need to do some research...
Posted by LongueCarabine
Pointe Aux Pins, LA
Member since Jan 2011
8205 posts
Posted on 5/17/14 at 6:08 am to
Serbu BFG-50.

And a bunch of ammo for it.

LC
Posted by AUtigR24
Happy Hour
Member since Apr 2011
19755 posts
Posted on 5/17/14 at 6:18 am to
I'm more of a quantity of quality guy so I would buy about 5 AR's and a ton of ammo
Posted by nogoodjr
Member since Feb 2006
797 posts
Posted on 5/17/14 at 7:26 am to
If you have rifle/scope combo that is accurate enough for hunting purposes (and you should) just use it. Spend the 8k on an adventure you will always remember. Take your wife with you on safari in South Africa or Namibia. 8k will build a fine package where you have great lodging, take 5-6 animals, and spend a couple days doing other activities with your wife. When you add in airfare and taxidermy you will need a little more money but sounds like she has it.

I love guns, but a great gun sitting in a safe does not equal the memory of a great adventure.

Just one guys opinion.
Posted by mommas boy
Member since Sep 2012
2234 posts
Posted on 5/17/14 at 7:27 am to
I want a full auto HK MP5...too bad I'll need more like 20k!
Posted by DaBeerz
Member since Sep 2004
16916 posts
Posted on 5/17/14 at 7:37 am to
quote:




Wife received a sizable inheritance and said I could spend up to $8k on something from collectors firearms in Houston for my birthday.

The responses in here have been great. Need to do some research...



Hopefully it is millions or y'all will blow through it quick if you are trying to justify 8k for freaking birthday present. That's a semester of college for a kid
Posted by spacewrangler
In my easy chair with my boots on..
Member since Sep 2009
9746 posts
Posted on 5/17/14 at 10:30 am to
I love me Blaser R93 I have it in 7mm08 & 270wsm . one of the best balanced riffles I have ever owned. The trigger is fantastic and the straight pull bold action is fast and efficient for follow up shots. Love it !!!
Posted by 650Pirate
Lafayette, LA
Member since Apr 2014
174 posts
Posted on 5/17/14 at 11:50 am to
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said I could spend up to $8k on something from collectors firearms


Collector Firearms eh? In that case, I would buy an AR(if you don't have one) with optics and accessories, 20 magazines, and one of those badass Spanish Conquistador helmets they have over there. Then spend the rest on ammo and beer and go conquer some shite with your helmet on.

Side note: Collector has a very nicely stocked suppressor case. If you're looking to get into the NFA game, it might be worth a look. Have fun.
Posted by FloridaMike
Member since Dec 2012
1524 posts
Posted on 5/17/14 at 12:05 pm to
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Collector Firearms eh? In that case, I would buy an AR(if you don't have one) with optics and accessories, 20 magazines, and one of those badass Spanish Conquistador helmets they have over there. Then spend the rest on ammo and beer and go conquer some shite with your helmet on.
This is the only right answer, if you skip out on the helmet GFY.
Posted by spacewrangler
In my easy chair with my boots on..
Member since Sep 2009
9746 posts
Posted on 5/17/14 at 12:29 pm to
Also, those that are saying no to the blaser have never handled nor used one. They are absolutely one of the finest made, technologically advanced bolt action riffles ever made. Get the new R8 Model Sport with synthetic stock in the 338L and get a 7mm08 barrel and bolt head conversion and you will have two of the best calibers for hunting small/ med and large game.

The scope mounting notches in the barrel make for quick release for take down and a compact carry case. When re connected the scope is back on zero due to the notched scope mount on the barrel. At first I was skeptical but have tested many times with perfect results .

I have nothing but praise for my Blaser R93.

Posted by CalcasieuTiger
Member since Mar 2014
648 posts
Posted on 5/17/14 at 1:48 pm to
I hear Montana Rifle company makes a fantastic gun
Posted by C
Houston
Member since Dec 2007
27818 posts
Posted on 5/17/14 at 2:42 pm to
I have a wide assortment of guns. As does my brother and father. So that's what drew me to the Blaser because it's not something I had ever held before. I wish there was a range so I could fire it first. It feels great. I'd love to shoot something +1km away. I have about 3 days before I need to make a decision so I really appreciate all the responses.
Posted by m2pro
Member since Nov 2008
28601 posts
Posted on 5/17/14 at 3:12 pm to
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Alahunter


lol. i dig your style. i think i'd put the rest of that $3,700 bucks on ammo solely with as much as i'd put through that.
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