I'm getting ready to buy my first rifle. I want to get something that is accurate and has good quality. I'll be using it primarily to target shoot 50 yard and 100 yard range. I prefer bolt action can spend $500 - $800 and used is ok by me.

I have shot several rifles at the range. I've shot a .22 a 30-06 and a Colt AR-15 (not sure of the caliber). The .22 doesn't have enough power I think to be accurate for 100 yards(right?) and the 30-06 has too much recoil for me and is a lot more gun than I need for target practice. I was most comfortable shooting the AR-15 but I'm not going to buy a military type rifle. I want a bolt action rifle that has about the same power and accuracy as the AR-15.

I'm considering a Remington 700 ADL Synthetic in .223 Caliber. Is that a good choice ? Or any other suggestions ?

Does a .223 have a lot less recoil than a 30-06 ? Does a 7mm have a lot less recoil than a 30-06 ?

Thanks
Ricky