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Old 08-15-2010, 03:50 PM
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Default Can't find rifles in .260 Remington....
Hello all, been a while. I'm at my wits end finding a rifle in .260 that meets these requirements:

20" barrel (or close)
.260 Remington
Weight under 8 lbs empty (lighter the better)
Can't be a Remington Model 7 (too short/small)
No 3-position safeties
under $1,000

I REALLY want a Tikka T3 in this caliber but they are not available in the US (says Beretta). As always I am looking for a used one. I believe the Tikkas are the best gun for the money, at least as a beginner gun.

Any ideas about rifles available in .260 would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
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Old 08-15-2010, 04:27 PM
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DPMS Panther LR-260L
7.9 pounds
18" barrel

http://www.dpmsinc.com/store/products/?prod=4706
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Old 08-15-2010, 04:44 PM
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If that's what you are set on, I'd get .243/7mm-08 or .308 in your choice of rifles and have it rebarreled...
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The Good Lord is giving you a sign, to opt 7mm-08 instead...
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Old 08-15-2010, 04:55 PM
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I considered 7mm-08 but I already have a .308. I'm set on a .260. It's a great little round.

I also considered 6.5x55 Swede but not going to do it.
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Originally Posted by bigbulls
DPMS Panther LR-260L
7.9 pounds
18" barrel

http://www.dpmsinc.com/store/products/?prod=4706
Sorry I forgot to mention price range....but that is an AWESOME rifle. I'll probably get one some day. Thank you for the suggestion.
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Old 08-15-2010, 05:05 PM
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my advice...get a .243 or 7mm-08, IMO the 7mm is the popular version of the .260...
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Old 08-15-2010, 05:23 PM
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Originally Posted by salukipv1
my advice...get a .243 or 7mm-08, IMO the 7mm is the popular version of the .260...
I appreciate the caliber advice. I'd like to keep this thread on topic please.
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Old 08-15-2010, 05:31 PM
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Good choice. Keep checking Gunbroker.com. I bought a Sako 75 in that caliber and love it. Hard to find these days but worth it when you do.
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Old 08-15-2010, 05:34 PM
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try the internet, no one goes to gun shops any more

www.gunbroker.com www.auctionarms.com www.armslist.com
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