Which HMR 17 ????
 

I'm thinking about getting one for the collection. Maybe use it for Squirrels or maybe the neighbors pesty cat. Any suggestions on which MFG and Model?

RE: Which HMR 17 ????
 

My personal preference would be the Ruger bolt . I have looked at thier lever action also but would go with the bolt . The Marlin seems to be the big seller locally and is less money .

RE: Which HMR 17 ????
 

I would buy a ruger! i saw one the other day and got to thinking that could be fun to have. ruger !!!!!

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RE: Which HMR 17 ????
 

In a magazine comparison between the Rugar and Marlin Semi-autos the Marlin achived better groups for what it's worth. Good luck.

RE: Which HMR 17 ????
 

I guess no one has tried the Savage or the Remington 597 ?????

RE: Which HMR 17 ????
 

I don't know about the 17 HMR 597, but unless they completely rework and redesigned it then it will be the same piece of junk as the other 597.

RE: Which HMR 17 ????
 

When I get one, it will be the Savage!

RE: Which HMR 17 ????
 

All the articles I've seen rate the Marlin the most accurate, and it's one of the least expensive.

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RE: Which HMR 17 ????
 

I've only shot two so far, NEF/H&R with a bull barrel and an Anschutz's 1517D Classic. The Anschutz was a dream and super accurate. The NEF/H&R was a nice little gun and shot very well but after shooting the Anschutz theres no comparison.

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RE: Which HMR 17 ????
 

I got the bull barrel Savage. I'm waiting for a scope. My friend has the same gun and it shoots fine. Mine was $205 with tax.

RE: Which HMR 17 ????
 

I've looked at the Marlin,Savage and the Ruger 77/17. Of the three the Ruger was the most expensive and the best quality.The Savage looked nice and workmanship was very good.I only looked at the one Marlin. I was very disappointed in the workmanship.The trigger guard wasn't fitted well, there was bluing missing from the bolt handle.It just wasn't up to Marlin's quality.If and when I decide to get one it will be the Ruger,just because.
Soark, I can't handle this. Twice in one week you mention getting a Ruger.It seizes to amaze me.I knew you would come around,just not this soon.LOL.... Ruger Redhawk

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RE: Which HMR 17 ????
 

One friend of mine in Indiana has them. the ruger is nice but the marlin outshoots it according to him. i have no personal experience with these rifles/calibers though. and all ive read ont he marlin has been great

RE: Which HMR 17 ????
 

I bought the the NEF just to have something else to play with when I don't want to load.