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#11
Spike
Join Date: Sep 2013
Posts: 14
I'm new to deer hunting. This will be my first year. I am an adult so I will be able to shoot anything. My question- I'm in the market for a rifle and not sure what to purchase. I know that different people like different things but I need a good all around rifle. I have a few places to go that includes hills, valleys,fields and large pastures. I'm a city boy so I need help.
#14
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Jan 2008
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Posts: 2,186
FYI - Just looked at a Walmart ad ... Savage 11 with Nikon Pro Staff 3-9x40mm scope --$497. Mossberg ATR 3-9x40mm scope (no manufacturer mentioned)-- $347. Remington 770 with scope (no info about scope) -- $297. Remington 783, no scope $387. Just an idea of what economy priced rifles are selling for down this way.
Another inexpensive way to get into hunting is the NEF Handy Rifle and a decent scope. This is a simple, no frills at all single shot, break action that usually runs about $225 new. I have experience with only 3. Two were good shooters (243 Win., 308 Win.) and one was just OK (30/30 Win.)
Just a thought.
Another inexpensive way to get into hunting is the NEF Handy Rifle and a decent scope. This is a simple, no frills at all single shot, break action that usually runs about $225 new. I have experience with only 3. Two were good shooters (243 Win., 308 Win.) and one was just OK (30/30 Win.)
Just a thought.
#15
With the possible exception of that Savage 11 with the Nikon on it, I am generally not a fan of package deals that include scopes. The scopes tend to be lower quality, and there can be other catches. For example, some of the Savage packages designated 11 series do not have the accustock and/or accutrigger (designated 11xp). The 11 FCNS series has both, does not come with a scope, and costs a bit more. To me, no accustock would not necessarily be a deal breaker, but I would not buy one without the accutrigger.
#16
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location:
Posts: 2,186
I agree with mrudy 100%.
If Oaktree34 has the time, looking for a good used "fire sale" rifle is a good way to come across bargains.
Example .... I had been looking for a hunting rifle for my grand son for about a year. About 6 weeks ago I bought a Browning A-Bolt, composite stock in 243 Win. that looked practically unfired. Not a use mark anywhere and the bore was pristine. Guy wanted $350 for it. I wiggled hi dow to $275. That left me plenty of room for a decent scope and still was able to stay around $650. Took it to the range .... 1 MOA shooter all day long. Two years ago bought a Remington 700 BDL in 338 Win. Mag., Redfield scope mounts, Kahles scope. Had been shot 9 times ... $400. Guy was hurting for cash. Deals like this are out there ... just have to be looking and ready.
If Oaktree34 has the time, looking for a good used "fire sale" rifle is a good way to come across bargains.
Example .... I had been looking for a hunting rifle for my grand son for about a year. About 6 weeks ago I bought a Browning A-Bolt, composite stock in 243 Win. that looked practically unfired. Not a use mark anywhere and the bore was pristine. Guy wanted $350 for it. I wiggled hi dow to $275. That left me plenty of room for a decent scope and still was able to stay around $650. Took it to the range .... 1 MOA shooter all day long. Two years ago bought a Remington 700 BDL in 338 Win. Mag., Redfield scope mounts, Kahles scope. Had been shot 9 times ... $400. Guy was hurting for cash. Deals like this are out there ... just have to be looking and ready.
#18
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Southeast Missouri
Posts: 2,178
As mentioned....what State are You Hunting in?
I like the light recoil of a .243,30-30 or a 7mm-08 other larger caliber Rifles are nice also and the Remington Managed Recoil help tame them down!
For a good reasonably priced Rifle the Savage Axis would be a good choice,a plain Black Rifle is cheaper (under $300.00) and You can add a better scope and still be under Your $600.00 Goal,the Axis with a scope package can be bought for around $375-$450.00 Range when shopping around for the best price and the Bushnell or Nikon scopes are decent well made scopes on the Savage Axis Rifles.There are several Calibers to choose from also.
The Ruger American Rifle is another affordable Entry Rifle available in several Calibers and can be bought for around $329-$375.00 price range then You need to choose a good scope.Ive seen the Leupold Rifleman scopes for sale under $200.00 in the Sportsmans Guide catalog...the 3x9x40mm is a great scope!
I can't seem to find a good used Rifle and I'm always afraid that it wasn't taken good care of so I opt to buy *New and know I'm getting a good Rifle!
I like the light recoil of a .243,30-30 or a 7mm-08 other larger caliber Rifles are nice also and the Remington Managed Recoil help tame them down!
For a good reasonably priced Rifle the Savage Axis would be a good choice,a plain Black Rifle is cheaper (under $300.00) and You can add a better scope and still be under Your $600.00 Goal,the Axis with a scope package can be bought for around $375-$450.00 Range when shopping around for the best price and the Bushnell or Nikon scopes are decent well made scopes on the Savage Axis Rifles.There are several Calibers to choose from also.
The Ruger American Rifle is another affordable Entry Rifle available in several Calibers and can be bought for around $329-$375.00 price range then You need to choose a good scope.Ive seen the Leupold Rifleman scopes for sale under $200.00 in the Sportsmans Guide catalog...the 3x9x40mm is a great scope!
I can't seem to find a good used Rifle and I'm always afraid that it wasn't taken good care of so I opt to buy *New and know I'm getting a good Rifle!