Need help choosing a 30 06
#1
Fork Horn
Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Middelway, WV
Posts: 435
Need help choosing a 30 06
I am looking to by my first deer rifle, and would like it to be a bolt action 30 06. I would like to spend less than $300.
I would welcome suggestions of both new or used rifles to consider. If you have a good used 30 06 in that price range for sale, I would consider that also.
Thanks for your help.
I would welcome suggestions of both new or used rifles to consider. If you have a good used 30 06 in that price range for sale, I would consider that also.
Thanks for your help.
#2
Spike
Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 79
RE: Need help choosing a 30 06
I have a Mossberg 4x4 that I got last year from Dicks. i think it was a little over $400, but it has been a good gun. Shoots about 1 1/2 in groups using 165 gr Federal 165 seiira gamekings. Have killed 2 Deer and 3 Hogs with it ....dropped everyone in its tracks.
#3
Fork Horn
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Southern NH
Posts: 197
RE: Need help choosing a 30 06
Take a look at the Marlin XL7. You can pick up one new for $280-300 without a scope. It has the adjustable trigger which is essential for good groupigs. I just bought a XL7 in .25-06 today. It is a economy priced rifle and shoots like a gun 2X the cost. I do not think you will be disappointed.
#4
RE: Need help choosing a 30 06
I have a Winchester model 70. It shoots great. The 30-06 is a good round because there is a wide variety of ammo for it.
It was my first deer rifle and it knocks 'em dead.
It was my first deer rifle and it knocks 'em dead.
#8
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Rivesville, WV
Posts: 3,192
RE: Need help choosing a 30 06
Do not get in any hurry and look for a good used Remington 700 ADL. This will last you a lifetime. You should be able to pick one up in that range. Give or take another $50. Tom.