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Recommend a bolt action rifle
Posted on 4/26/16 at 12:23 pm
Posted on 4/26/16 at 12:23 pm
Recommend a bolt action rifle
Im a shotgun guy but want to get back into a rifle (used to shoot a 222 at ground hogs back in the day). Will primarily use it for deer, maybe some coyote. Based on local firearm caliber restrictions nothing larger than a 270 (but from what I know thats lots).
Based on looking around a Tikka T3 seems the way to go but I am open to other suggestions .... now what should I get for glass? This I have no experience w/ and appreciate any recommendations.
Now as far as shotguns I only have one, just a beat up Ithaca featherweight ... all the rest were lost in a tragic boating accident ;)
Im a shotgun guy but want to get back into a rifle (used to shoot a 222 at ground hogs back in the day). Will primarily use it for deer, maybe some coyote. Based on local firearm caliber restrictions nothing larger than a 270 (but from what I know thats lots).
Based on looking around a Tikka T3 seems the way to go but I am open to other suggestions .... now what should I get for glass? This I have no experience w/ and appreciate any recommendations.
Now as far as shotguns I only have one, just a beat up Ithaca featherweight ... all the rest were lost in a tragic boating accident ;)
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Posted on 4/26/16 at 12:26 pm to OntarioTiger
7mm X 08 Browning with a Swarovski scope.
This post was edited on 4/26/16 at 12:30 pm
Posted on 4/26/16 at 12:29 pm to OntarioTiger
25-06 Tikka.
Posted on 4/26/16 at 12:30 pm to OntarioTiger
I really like my X-bolt, but most here will recommend Tikka. Can't go wrong with either IMO
Posted on 4/26/16 at 12:31 pm to OntarioTiger
The large majority of the OB will reccomend the Tikka T3
Posted on 4/26/16 at 12:34 pm to OntarioTiger
FOr the money, you absolutely can't beat the Savage Axis combos.
I've seen them on sale for less than $300 with scope.
I've seen them on sale for less than $300 with scope.
Posted on 4/26/16 at 12:40 pm to OntarioTiger
Tikka T3. As far as glass goes, Carson and IGChris are the most knowledgeable.
Posted on 4/26/16 at 12:41 pm to OntarioTiger
I have 2 T3's and both are tack drivers, could not be happier, but you really can not go wrong with the major mfr's, go wqith what feels right to you, .270 is a great caliber for what you are describing
how much are you looking to spend on glass? meopta gets a lot of love around here, i did not care for the one I looked through. go to a store with a good selection and be sure and look through a vortex and pick what you like
how much are you looking to spend on glass? meopta gets a lot of love around here, i did not care for the one I looked through. go to a store with a good selection and be sure and look through a vortex and pick what you like
Posted on 4/26/16 at 12:44 pm to OntarioTiger
Tika T3
Remington 700
Winchester 70
You pick brand and caliber
243
30.06
270
25.06
Remington 700
Winchester 70
You pick brand and caliber
243
30.06
270
25.06
Posted on 4/26/16 at 12:47 pm to OntarioTiger
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Tikka T3
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270
Posted on 4/26/16 at 1:04 pm to OntarioTiger
quote:
nothing larger than a 270
Some people need reading comprehension.
Posted on 4/26/16 at 1:09 pm to OntarioTiger
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Tikka T3
Good choice. Ruger American is another to look at. Browning A-Bolt, but it might put you in a higher price category.
Weatherby Vanguard Series 2 might be one to consider.
Posted on 4/26/16 at 1:16 pm to OntarioTiger
I went through the same process a few years ago. I went with a Tikka T3 Lite in .270 over the savage because it felt better to me. Can't go wrong with either, IMO
This post was edited on 4/26/16 at 1:17 pm
Posted on 4/26/16 at 1:50 pm to OntarioTiger
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Tikka T3
definitely this. But caliber depends. I love my 270wsm, but it's not necessary by any means. Probably a 270 or 30-06 just to keep ammo prices down.
Posted on 4/26/16 at 2:14 pm to OntarioTiger
Winchester Model 70
Posted on 4/26/16 at 2:48 pm to OntarioTiger
I'd buy a stainless REm 700 in .270. I'm not a Tikka fan boy either but these somb's around here are. 
SEcond choice, Win Mod 70. IMO, the cheaper Rugers and Savages feel as such, as did the Tikka I handled. And that accutrigger looks cheap.
SEcond choice, Win Mod 70. IMO, the cheaper Rugers and Savages feel as such, as did the Tikka I handled. And that accutrigger looks cheap.
Posted on 4/26/16 at 3:29 pm to OntarioTiger
Winchester model 70, 30-06
Posted on 4/26/16 at 4:02 pm to OntarioTiger
quote:
Based on local firearm caliber restrictions nothing larger than a 270
Never heard of such crazy nonsense.
Posted on 4/26/16 at 6:51 pm to OntarioTiger
Rem 700
Posted on 4/26/16 at 8:20 pm to OntarioTiger
Winchester Model 70
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