If you could only have 1 deer rifle.

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11-30-2010, 07:11 PM

#41

Vapodog

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Originally Posted by popeye2

I would go with the Model 7 in 7mm-08. I think it would just about perfect for what you describe, especially if it had a synthetic stock and SS barrel.

+1................

12-01-2010, 06:35 AM

#42

cjwink

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Model 7 in 7mm-08.. Hate myself for selling that gun..

12-01-2010, 07:02 AM

#43

GRIZZLYMAN

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I'd probably take the Savage in 308. I would opt for the 30-06, but I wouldn't want a Rem 700.

Outside that list, I do like my Rem. 742 (circa 1970) in 30-06. I have shot a lot of deer between 20-125 yards and they don't go far.

12-01-2010, 07:53 AM

#44

Big Uncle

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Remington 700 - .30-06

12-01-2010, 04:46 PM

#45

semi

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SAVAGE weather warrior in 308.... That would be my pick hands down.

12-02-2010, 09:58 PM

#46

the blur

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This is worse than a motor oil thread in classic car forum.

All the deer are dead regardless.

and all the motors keep on running.

12-03-2010, 05:35 AM

#47

13pointjomc

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Remington 700 30-06

12-03-2010, 03:10 PM

#48

bronko22000

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Sorry Critical but you listed a bunch of rifles that would definately get the job done but for your scenerio I would not get either. If I hunt conditions like that (which I do here in PA) when I open the gun safe, I reach for the Marlin Guide Gun in .45-70. Short, light and will ruin any whitetails day at the ranges mentioned.