which one for taget 223, 17wmr, 204??

[Night Hawk 223]

I want to buy a new target rifle but cant deside wich rifle or what call to get it in can any one help?

[aunsaber]

Of the ones you listed I would get a .223. Just my opinion!
I live where there is lots of wind(everyday) and I have not been impressed with the other two calibers you listed.
Ammo is cheaper also.

[HighDesertWolf]

I would say the .223 is your best choice out of those calibers specified.

[ktscontender]

I'd take the 223 just for the vast supply of components available and its proven accuracy.
The 204 may prove to be accurate in the future, who knows? It looks like a bbl burnder to me. 17 rimfire is to expensive for my tastes.

I'd take any Bull barreled rifle other than a Ruger, unless it was a #1

[geudaguy]

What I've read lately and seen on TV, the 204 Ruger s an exceptional round. I have a 204 Encore rifle but haven't had a chance to shoot it yet.......own a 223 and a 22-250 also....

[driftrider]

I'd take any Bull barreled rifle other than a Ruger,

Out of curiousity, why not Ruger?

I have an M77VT MkII .22-250 that will shoot 1/2 MOA with handloads (50gr Nosler BT over 35.7gr Varget in a Winchester case). It'll do just under 1 MOA with the cheap Winchester white box 45gr JHP varmint factory loads. It doesn't get much better than that, especially with a factory rifle costing <$600.

Mike

[ktscontender]

No offense to anyone it is just a personal deal of my own. If you got a good one great, keep it.
Over the years I have heard more complaints and sent more Ruger bolt actions back for repair than any other gun on the rack, I believe they are just a bit over priced for what you get and I personally ain't going to take a chance with them when there are other choices.

[Night Hawk 223]

thanks for all the help. but i just bought a HOWA 1500 lightning in 308 i will go to the range wendsday and will let you all know how it performs. thanks agian Alvin

[ktscontender]

ORIGINAL: Night Hawk 223

thanks for all the help. but i just bought a HOWA 1500 lightning in 308 i will go to the range wendsday and will let you all know how it performs. thanks agian Alvin

HEY! Wait a sec, 308 wasn't on the list HAHA have fun!!!

[Night Hawk 223]

ya i know it wasnt on the list but i never thought about the 308. it just makes perfect since. if i decide to hunt deer with it as well.