I haven't been deer hunting since I was a kid when my dad would bring me, but I would like to have the option for when duck season sucks. I shot my dads .243 Remington 700, I believe. What would be a nice rifle to look into, but won't break the bank (if there is such thing)?

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Posted by TigerBait413

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Posted on 10/26/13 at 2:55 pm to sloopy

You can get some of the combos for pretty cheap. I mean it wont be the best scope but it is better than paying a whole lot when starting out. Remington and Mossberg makes them for around 330 I believe.

eta: Actually cheaper than I thought.
Mossberg $279
Remington $299

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Posted by KingRanch

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Posted on 10/26/13 at 3:07 pm to sloopy

Tikka

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Posted by Carson123987

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Posted on 10/26/13 at 4:16 pm to sloopy

tikka

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Posted by 4LSU2

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Posted on 10/26/13 at 5:57 pm to sloopy

I'd go with a 270 or 30-06 bolt action rifle, if I were a novice. You can purchase a fine rifle for $500, but you must also realize and understand that the scope makes the rifle. Do not go cheap on your scope. A $300 scope is cheap!! I'd much rather spend $300 on a used gun and $1,000 on a new top quality scope.

You can buy 270 and 30-06 shells anywhere that sells shells, if that's your only rifle.

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Posted by LAwomanMSman

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Posted on 10/26/13 at 6:01 pm to sloopy

I have a .270wsm, .243 & a 7mag. .270 is my favorite.

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