I'm using a Remington Model 700 ADL .243 with Redfield 3-9x scope. My son is using a Remington Model 7 Youth .243, also with a 3-9x. I used to use a 700 ADL .30-06, until I got my son the .243. I liked it so much that when I saw the 700 .243 on sale, I jumped on the deal. It's a lot more fun to shoot, and I never lose sight of the deer due to the recoil.