Gun Owning Smokers

[Big Sarge]

I'd stay away from the Remington 770. I don't like the action. I shoot a Remington 700 and I'm pleased with it. The best out of the box accuracy I have had with any rifle was the Savage 110. You might want to consider an 111. Have you thought about the Marlin XL7 or the Stevens? These are great entry level rifles. The Marlin is going for $250 and you can use the money you save on quality optics.

Speaking of optics, buy a quality scope. Too often I have seen guys buy a top notch rifle & complain they can't hit anything with it. closer examination usually reveals a $30 scope on a $1,000 rifle. A blurry scope or one that doesn't hold its zero (very common) is worthless

[mrtr33]

The best out of the box accuracy I have had with any rifle was the Savage 110. You might want to consider an 111.

Funny you should mention that. I'm going to pick up a Savage 111 tomorrow. Comes with a scope, which probably wouldn't be my first choice, but the package deal I'm getting is about $120 off MSRP. I may upgrade before next season to a Nikon Buckmaster. Really like the reticle in those.

Thanks for the input! I'll post pics once I've got it. I use the Break Free clp, but I thought I remembered reading somewhere I should use something different for the bolt - any suggestions? A guy I work with says he uses a product that's almost like a light wax.

Now, the next question: 150, 165, or 180 gr? I'm thinking Hornady in a 30.06.

[MarineOne]

Now, the next question: 150, 165, or 180 gr? I'm thinking Hornady in a 30.06.

Start with the 150's since they'll have more of a flat trajectory out at distance compared to the heavier ones.


-K