The Model 70 Super Grade looks really good.

nice group. i have several similar groups at 200 yards with mine. these guns are not widely known by masses but are imo the best value available. beautiful triggers also.

I've heard nothing but good about the Icon. I haven't shot one
yet, but I'm impressed with the quality of the ones that I have checked out. The scope mounts are machined into the receiver, nothing to work loose and you know that the scope will be in line with the bore. Thompson also uses 5R rifling in the barrels of the Icon and the Venture. If you've never heard about 5R rifling you should learn about it. 5R was made famous by the long range crowd, it's known for being extremely accurate.

My second choice would be the Remington 700. My first rifle was a 700BDL in 30-06 that I bought in 1976. It's 35 years old and it works as good today as it did when it was new.

Went with a Remington 700CDL 7mm-08. I'm a noob big/medium game hunting, so changing my mind is acceptable right.

I have a Remington 700 30-06... Love it had it for years no problems with it... very accurate, at least at 100 yards.

browning a-bolt medallion or a browning BAR. both are good quality stuff. if you cannot afford them go with a savage.