I've got a Remington Woodsmaster Model 742 Carbine in 30-06 that I got used when I was 16 and believe me, that was a long time ago. I mounted a 3-9x40mm scope on it then, and the same scope is still on that rifle. If I want to use a centerfire rifle, and my shots are going to be under 150 yards, I'd take that old Remington in a blink of an eye. I'd hate to count the number of deer I have taken with that rifle.

Semi Auto rifles lost popularity a long time ago it seems, but a well functioning semi automatic rifle is every bit as good as any other rifle out there.. Everyone wanted bolt actions because they are more accurate. Well many people are not able to shoot to the ability of their rifle, so what difference does the action make?

In deep woods, where shots are close, I would still rather have a semi automatic. I remember a friend of mine who always used a Remington 700BDL bolt once commented to me, "Well if we were shooting nickels at 300 yards I would have the advantage on you." To which I replied, the next time I want to hunt nickels, I'll borrow your rifle.

I also own a couple bolt action rifles, but have not used them in ages.....