which one for taget 223, 17wmr, 204??
 

I want to buy a new target rifle but cant deside wich rifle or what call to get it in can any one help?

RE: which one for taget 223, 17wmr, 204??
 

Of the ones you listed I would get a .223. Just my opinion!
I live where there is lots of wind(everyday) and I have not been impressed with the other two calibers you listed.
Ammo is cheaper also.

RE: which one for taget 223, 17wmr, 204??
 

I would say the .223 is your best choice out of those calibers specified.

RE: which one for taget 223, 17wmr, 204??
 

I'd take the 223 just for the vast supply of components available and its proven accuracy.
The 204 may prove to be accurate in the future, who knows? It looks like a bbl burnder to me. 17 rimfire is to expensive for my tastes.

I'd take any Bull barreled rifle other than a Ruger, unless it was a #1

RE: which one for taget 223, 17wmr, 204??
 

What I've read lately and seen on TV, the 204 Ruger s an exceptional round. I have a 204 Encore rifle but haven't had a chance to shoot it yet.......own a 223 and a 22-250 also....

RE: which one for taget 223, 17wmr, 204??
 

Out of curiousity, why not Ruger?

I have an M77VT MkII .22-250 that will shoot 1/2 MOA with handloads (50gr Nosler BT over 35.7gr Varget in a Winchester case). It'll do just under 1 MOA with the cheap Winchester white box 45gr JHP varmint factory loads. It doesn't get much better than that, especially with a factory rifle costing <$600.

Mike

RE: which one for taget 223, 17wmr, 204??
 

No offense to anyone it is just a personal deal of my own. If you got a good one great, keep it.
Over the years I have heard more complaints and sent more Ruger bolt actions back for repair than any other gun on the rack, I believe they are just a bit over priced for what you get and I personally ain't going to take a chance with them when there are other choices.

RE: which one for taget 223, 17wmr, 204??
 

thanks for all the help. but i just bought a HOWA 1500 lightning in 308 i will go to the range wendsday and will let you all know how it performs. thanks agian Alvin

RE: which one for taget 223, 17wmr, 204??
 

HEY! Wait a sec, 308 wasn't on the list HAHA have fun!!!

RE: which one for taget 223, 17wmr, 204??
 

ya i know it wasnt on the list but i never thought about the 308. it just makes perfect since. if i decide to hunt deer with it as well.