7mm mag which one
 

Finally I have decided on purchasing a 7mm mag for hunting larger animals. It was between the very well liked 30-06 and the 7mm. I am choosing the 7mm.
I would appreciate the opinions of the well informed, in the forum. What 7mm rifle would you buy? I am looking for a fair priced rifle. I will only use it to hunt a few times a year. What is the best bang for the buck?

thanks for your opinions
Joe

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Best bang for the buck has to be the 280. Next 7mmRemMag. I have a STW, but you can achieve some great velocities as a handloader with teh Rem Mag. If I had my choice between teh STW and remmag, I would rather have the remmag.

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Several rifles probably fit that bill. Here are the ones I'd consider in no particular order:

Ruger 77
Winchester 70
Tikka
Savage
CZ 550

Of these, the Tikka and Savage are likely to be the most accurate (but every rifle's different, so it might not work out that way). From a design preference standpoint I'd opt for the Win 70 or CZ because I like a big claw extractor and the simple, yet excellent model 70 style trigger.

I've had 5 or 6 Seven mags (I'm assuming you're talking about the 7mm Remington Magnum) and it's one of my favorite cartridges. I currently have a Sako 75 7 mag and I'd recommend it to you except I take it from your comments that you're probably not interested in a gun in this price range (around $1,000).

I left the popular Remington 700 off the above list because I just don't like them, but you might consider it also since it is your money and not mine.

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I shoot a Sako Finnlite in 7mm rem mag. I have used it so far on 2 antelope, 2 caribou and 1 bull moose. All dropped in thier tracks with 1 shot. Nice round, you won't be disappointed and I used to use a .338 win mag for moose and don't miss it one bit.
As for value in a rifle if Sako is out of your price range then I would buy a Tikka or a Ruger.

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it's Winchester's M-70 for me.....the Rem 700 has been a good one too.

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I have a great old remy adl which is nice but last year I bought a tikka t-3 and it is a much better rifle. It has a great trigger, detachable mag, very smooth action, a short bolt lift and many other advantages over the competition. The only other I would get if you have the $ is a sako.

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I like the Tikka....see if you can find a Whitetail Hunter Deluxe...there are a few floating arround GA, AA and Gun broker NIB for 550. You don't want a light one or one that has a short barrel...less thann 22 inches, 24 better. The new Hodgdon Retumbo is good stuff for the 7mag. good luck, regards, Rick.

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excellent info...and i appreciate all the imput..

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Savage 110 or 111 !!!!!!!! By far the best out of the box gun I have ever owned. I own 2 one is a 7mm rem mag, the other is a 300 Rum, Savage is the way to go!!!!!

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No question if money is an issue. Buy the Savage. Best bang for your bucks anywhere. If not , then I'd go with a Sako 75 or a Winchester Classic Model 70.

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I've got an older Sako mannlicher in 7mm mag - great shooting gun. It really likes 175 gr. bullets.

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My first choice would be a Sako with the second being a model 700 Remington.

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Even though you may have to have some trigger work done, I would go with the Ruger. I had a couple Ruger 7 Mags and they were both excellent shooters. Myself I would go with the 280 Caliber but if you want the Magnum then The 7MM Remington Mag would be my choice.

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When you get to the 7mms and the 06 class of rifles, recoil can become an issue with some shooters. If it we me, I'd look around and find the rifle that fit you the best. You are only buying 1 rifle. Remington and Savage don't fit me well and I find the felt recoil with those to be more noticable than other brands.

I'd look at (in this order):

Sako
CZ
Ruger

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For a 7mm magnum, my pick would be the 7mm Remington Mag., and my first choice for
a rifle would be the Ruger77 bolt action. As noted, it may need a little trigger work, but
the Ruger is a good reliable gun, and priced very reasonably.
The Savage would also be good, and maybe a bit less expensive, just not as nice as the
Ruger IMO. They sure have a reputation for accuracy though.

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another vote for the model 700. i have one in stainless and it takes a beating.

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Most of today's rifle are quality made.I prefer the Ruger M-77's.I would suggest handling as many as you can and see which ones fits you.For a budget rifle the Savage fits the ticket.Tikka's are a fine rifle which cost more then the Savage's.If you watch gunsamerica you can find NIB M-77's for under 500.00.The Ruger's do need to have their triggers reworked as a rule.They can be lighten nicely and made into a decent trigger.

Ruger Redhawk

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I would go with a Winchester Model 70. Good luck.

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I use the 7mm rem mag and very pleased with its performance having taken antelope, deer, moose, elk and few lesser animals I won't mention..lol.

As mentioned recoil can be a problem but seeing I have shoulder problems I find it very tolerable...however that is all based on fit. I will not suggest a manufacturer but simply say get your hands on as many as possible, go for personal fit and features you like. When doing this consider weight and recoil pad installed. Lighter the more you'll feel it! A good recoil pad can make a big difference in felt recoil so it is always an option. Some rifles now come with Sims R3, etc from the factory but you can put on an aftermarket if you find you need more. The triggers can be adjusted some cheaper than others but not a huge concern, as it should be done by a gunsmith in most cases any way. Well other than a savage with Accutrigger, which can be done by yourself.

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I have the Weatherby MK V and love it! It is my favorite gun.

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I got a 7mm Rem mag in a Rem 700. I used to have a Winchester classic 70 in 270 Win, that was the best and I never should've sold it.[:o]

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7mm Weatherby magnum flattest shooting andhardest hitting 7 mag made

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I think Mr. Lazzeroni, and Shooting Times Westerner may have something to say about that.:D

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Actually, the 7mm Wby lags behind the 7mm STW and 7mm RUM in terms of velocity and energy. I believe the 7mm Dakota has it beat also.

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Yeah but its easier to get ammo for the Weatherby's then the others . I seen Lazzeroni's advertisements and all ..my question is does anybody buy them rifles.?