need to get setup
01-23-2008, 11:58 AM
#1
Thread Starter
Join Date: Jan 2008
Posts: 6
need to get setup
hi me and my dad want to start up hunting. i want to hunt deer mostly i was wonder what type of gun i should get and where to get. i was thinking a bolt action rifle of some sort. im pretty sure rifle are legal to hunt with in maryland, anyways thanks for suggestions
01-23-2008, 12:31 PM
#2
Typical Buck
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: From Texas but now reside in MS
Posts: 823
RE: need to get setup
According to this thread. Maryland allows rifles.. http://huntingnet.com/forum/tm.aspx?m=2571510
With that in mind.. A bolt action is a very nice start.. Bolt actions are typically more accurate than auto's because you can saftlyhave a lighter trigger pull which helps toimprove accuracy. Depending on how much your wanting to spend a Good bolt action with a scope will probably cost around 700-800 new..
I would say a Remington Model 7 in 7mm-08 would be a great way to start..
With that in mind.. A bolt action is a very nice start.. Bolt actions are typically more accurate than auto's because you can saftlyhave a lighter trigger pull which helps toimprove accuracy. Depending on how much your wanting to spend a Good bolt action with a scope will probably cost around 700-800 new..
I would say a Remington Model 7 in 7mm-08 would be a great way to start..
01-24-2008, 05:09 PM
#5
Fork Horn
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RE: need to get setup
ORIGINAL: TommyGunn
you dont need anything that big. you will do just fine with a 270, 30-06, or even a 243
you dont need anything that big. you will do just fine with a 270, 30-06, or even a 243
The 7mm-08 is on par with the 243 as a great rifle with less recoil, often considered good rifles for young people or beginners. (and experienced hunters too)
The 270 and the 30-06 would be a step up from that, with a bit more energy, but also more recoil, thus being less forgiving to shoot.
I agree about starting (and staying) with a bolt action.
01-25-2008, 07:32 AM
#6
Typical Buck
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: From Texas but now reside in MS
Posts: 823
RE: need to get setup
ORIGINAL: kmunny19
the post before said 7mm-08, not 7mm rem mag.
The 7mm-08 is on par with the 243 as a great rifle with less recoil, often considered good rifles for young people or beginners. (and experienced hunters too)
The 270 and the 30-06 would be a step up from that, with a bit more energy, but also more recoil, thus being less forgiving to shoot.
I agree about starting (and staying) with a bolt action.
ORIGINAL: TommyGunn
you dont need anything that big. you will do just fine with a 270, 30-06, or even a 243
you dont need anything that big. you will do just fine with a 270, 30-06, or even a 243
The 7mm-08 is on par with the 243 as a great rifle with less recoil, often considered good rifles for young people or beginners. (and experienced hunters too)
The 270 and the 30-06 would be a step up from that, with a bit more energy, but also more recoil, thus being less forgiving to shoot.
I agree about starting (and staying) with a bolt action.
01-25-2008, 11:50 AM
#7
Typical Buck
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: Carrollton, GA
Posts: 747
RE: need to get setup
First things first here is a "rough" run down on things you will need and their cost:
1. Hunter Safty Course $ depends on state
2. Hunting License $35
3. Hunting Land / Lease $depends on your situation
4. Rifle $200
5. Scope $150
5. General Gear (ammo etc.) $100
4. Camo clothing $50
5. Bucket to sit on $7
Granted this is just a minimum list getting sale price on items and lower end gear. It doesn't include climbing stands or feeders or scentlock anything or boots or jackets or scent products or gear bags or the extra rifle we just had to have or wife's permission (although nobody would admit they needed that)
But if you get the stuff on the list then you should be about ready to go kill something somewhere. As a note on the rifle thing I'd go ahead and get either a .308, .270, or .30-06 as a main rifle. Once you have that you can hunt prety much anything.
1. Hunter Safty Course $ depends on state
2. Hunting License $35
3. Hunting Land / Lease $depends on your situation
4. Rifle $200
5. Scope $150
5. General Gear (ammo etc.) $100
4. Camo clothing $50
5. Bucket to sit on $7
Granted this is just a minimum list getting sale price on items and lower end gear. It doesn't include climbing stands or feeders or scentlock anything or boots or jackets or scent products or gear bags or the extra rifle we just had to have or wife's permission (although nobody would admit they needed that)
But if you get the stuff on the list then you should be about ready to go kill something somewhere. As a note on the rifle thing I'd go ahead and get either a .308, .270, or .30-06 as a main rifle. Once you have that you can hunt prety much anything. 
01-25-2008, 03:09 PM
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RE: need to get setup
I use a Rem 700 classic (no iron sights) bolt actions are more accurate than others types. Mine shoots 1 1/4" groups @ 100 yds. The 30 06 in this rifel is a pleasure to shoot, not so with a BSA which weighs 1 lb less. I like the fact I can clear the breach with safty ON. This cal. is good for bear and moose, I bought it after falling to down a black bear at 75 yds.
Every one will have their own opionon on the BEST rifle, this just my preferance; good luck and good hunting for you and dad!
Every one will have their own opionon on the BEST rifle, this just my preferance; good luck and good hunting for you and dad!
