Ruger #1 in 25-06 rem
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I own the sister of the rifle you are considering. About 20 years ago I swapped a .223 on that #1 in 25/06. At first I thought it might be a mistake. I soon found out it was incredibly accurate and able to handle my varmint to deer needs. My only complaint is the poor trigger setup. I really like the balance of a #1. Amazingly, using a single shot has never been a handicap. It drops deer like they were hit with a poleaxe. With todays bullets, the 25/06 is a very capable caliber.
If you experience accuracy issues, there is a gadget that will probably help. I think they call it a Harris Accurizer. Brownells used to sell them.
If you experience accuracy issues, there is a gadget that will probably help. I think they call it a Harris Accurizer. Brownells used to sell them.
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Nontypical Buck
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I was thinking almost the same only I kinda like the #1 A Light Sporter in .243. I've also got a 25/06 bolt that is deadly on deer so a I B Standard in that is also doable. Ah, just not enough excess coin to fund all the "wants". Good luck in your choice.
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We have one with a composite stock and stainless steel barrel. It will put 3 shots on top of each other at 100 yards.
We have one with a composite stock and stainless steel barrel. It will put 3 shots on top of each other at 100 yards.
That's just the one I've been looking at. Stainless Standard w/26" bbl. I shoot Hornady 117gr SST bullets with 52gr of H4831 and I get a lot of muzzle flash. I think the extra bbl length will improve velocity and accuracy.
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#1's are fantastci rifles. Have three currently with another coming soon and likely another later this yr. I've passed on .25-06 becuase it's not a cartridge I need to fill in any gaps but it's certainly a very well rounded cartridge. I've not had any accuracy issues with mine. All shoot great! If it's a good price, grab it!
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