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entry level deer bolt guns - review and thoughts
Posted on 9/27/23 at 9:20 pm
Posted on 9/27/23 at 9:20 pm
So I've been using a 16" savage axis II and a 16" ruger american ranch for game the past few years.
Here are my thoughts.
Savage is an accurate gun with crisp trigger. I don't like the way the feed ramp/magazine does not like sub sonics. The finish has held up fine. Ergonomics are OK. Overall I give it 3 of 5 stars due to feeding glitches.
The ruger is also accurate with a nice trigger. The stock is more ergonomic over the savage. The AR style magazine is nice. I use Lancer mags designed for subs. The action feels gritty out of the box. It just needs polishing and cycle it about 100 times to feel better.
I give this a 4 of 5 star rating.
They both have nice rails and 5/8 thrd muzzle.
To anyone looking to gear up for sub $500 before rifle season, I thought this info may help.
Also have tikka, wby, and one of the "good 700s" for reference.
Here are my thoughts.
Savage is an accurate gun with crisp trigger. I don't like the way the feed ramp/magazine does not like sub sonics. The finish has held up fine. Ergonomics are OK. Overall I give it 3 of 5 stars due to feeding glitches.
The ruger is also accurate with a nice trigger. The stock is more ergonomic over the savage. The AR style magazine is nice. I use Lancer mags designed for subs. The action feels gritty out of the box. It just needs polishing and cycle it about 100 times to feel better.
I give this a 4 of 5 star rating.
They both have nice rails and 5/8 thrd muzzle.
To anyone looking to gear up for sub $500 before rifle season, I thought this info may help.
Also have tikka, wby, and one of the "good 700s" for reference.
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Posted on 9/27/23 at 10:06 pm to down time
My Ruger American 30-06 is a fine rifle. I was impressed with the trigger and the accuracy on it. Picked it up from a guy who won it at a banquet for cheap too, and it was worth every penny.
I typically prefer blue and wood guns, but it’s the American is nice for crappy weather or loaning out.
I typically prefer blue and wood guns, but it’s the American is nice for crappy weather or loaning out.
Posted on 9/27/23 at 10:21 pm to down time
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Savage is an accurate gun with crisp trigger. I don't like the way the feed ramp/magazine does not like sub sonics.
You asked about a deer rifle. Why are you worried about subsonic rounds? Both guns you mentioned are fine guns for deer hunting.
Posted on 9/27/23 at 10:43 pm to down time
Tis the golden age for cheap bolt action rifles
Posted on 9/27/23 at 11:11 pm to down time
That Savage Axis combo w scope at Academy is a hard setup to beat at that price.
Posted on 9/28/23 at 5:47 am to down time
You wont find a better stock trigger and action than the tikkas. They are not sub $500 new, but you could find an older one.
There are some great models out there these days, hard to go wrong with any of the big names.
There are some great models out there these days, hard to go wrong with any of the big names.
Posted on 9/28/23 at 8:17 am to down time
I have no idea if this is a stupid question but is shooting sub sonic's at deer common? I've never heard of it.
Posted on 9/28/23 at 9:32 am to down time
Are you hunting with subsonic ammo?
Posted on 9/28/23 at 10:31 am to down time
I bought my daughter the ruger american compact .308 when she was 10. My son has the regular ruger american .308. They have been awesome guns especially for the price. I have no complaints and when i hunt my climbing stand that compact
.308 is a great gun to carry.
.308 is a great gun to carry.
Posted on 9/28/23 at 10:42 am to down time
Those seem like solid choices in the value range.
I also see Mossberg Patriots around but don't know much about them.
Posted on 9/28/23 at 12:04 pm to down time
I have put down more game with a Savage Axis 270 than any other. I have dialed that thing in with home loads.
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