I am in the market for a bolt action, stainless steel, synthetic stock, preferably bull barrel .308 rifle. What are my options and what do you recommend? Please show pics and experiences. Also please note the smoothness of the bolt, accuracy, durability, reliability, etc. Thanks.
Show me your .308s
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i recomend a savage rifle. they are accurate and come with the accu-trigger, adjustable trigger. the Weather Warrior Series ( 116 and 16 models)
http://www.savagearms.com/centerfire_home.htm
http://www.savagearms.com/centerfire_home.htm
Mr Weebles
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I second the Savage. Here is mine, along with my 10/22:
Since the pic was taken, I've installed a better scope. The one in the pic is a Simmons that came with the gun as part of one of their "package" deals. It's been replaced with a Nikon.
I had her at the range today for a final session before I go to NC next Saturday for a week of deer hunting. The three-round group at 100 yards could be covered with a matchbook. Also, the Accutrigger is outstanding.
The rifle/scope package was about $415, plus tax.
Since the pic was taken, I've installed a better scope. The one in the pic is a Simmons that came with the gun as part of one of their "package" deals. It's been replaced with a Nikon.
I had her at the range today for a final session before I go to NC next Saturday for a week of deer hunting. The three-round group at 100 yards could be covered with a matchbook. Also, the Accutrigger is outstanding.
The rifle/scope package was about $415, plus tax.
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I don't know how much you want to spend but I have a FN Herstal PBR rifle that is fantastic! Very nice shooting rifle, mine is the 20", I topped it with a 4.5-14 Leupold VXIII.
Here are the specs:
Calibers: .308 Win
Action: Mod 70 Win
Barrel: Cold, rotary forged medium heavy contour
Barrel Length: 18" (432mm), 20" (508mm), 22" (559mm), 24" (609mm)
Twist: RH 1:12"
Empty Weight: 9 lbs (4.09 kg) wo/scope (depends on configuration)
Overall Length: 38" (965mm) - 18" barrel version
Magazine: Detachable 4 round magazine
Trigger: Standard FN
Stock: Hogue Overmolded
Finish: Teflon
Bedding: Hogue aluminum bedding block
Price: $850 Aprox.
Here is a pic of mine
These pics are fom a website but they show better detail than I can.
Here are the specs:
Calibers: .308 Win
Action: Mod 70 Win
Barrel: Cold, rotary forged medium heavy contour
Barrel Length: 18" (432mm), 20" (508mm), 22" (559mm), 24" (609mm)
Twist: RH 1:12"
Empty Weight: 9 lbs (4.09 kg) wo/scope (depends on configuration)
Overall Length: 38" (965mm) - 18" barrel version
Magazine: Detachable 4 round magazine
Trigger: Standard FN
Stock: Hogue Overmolded
Finish: Teflon
Bedding: Hogue aluminum bedding block
Price: $850 Aprox.
Here is a pic of mine
These pics are fom a website but they show better detail than I can.
45Guy
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Not unless you ask nicely 
highlander 5
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2nd the Savage line of rifles. Despite their low cost Savage will usally out shoot their more exspensive brethen
rockstar.esq
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"How is that Savage's bolt compared to say a Winchester model 70?"
I own a Savage model 10FP-LE2 in .308 Win. and my buddy Timbokhan has a Model 70 in .223 so I was able to compare them fairly easily. The smoothness of the bolt sliding back and forth in the Winchester is nicer. The flat trigger on the Winchester is also more conducive to a smooth trigger pull. The Savage sports an enlarged bolt head which makes it easier to operate at speed. The accutrigger on the LE line goes to 1.5lbs (2.5lbs for all others) and believe it when owners tell you it's friggin nice. My only issue with it is that they use a radiused trigger with the safety lever centered in a notch. Sometimes I've found the curved face hard to place my trigger finger on squarely resulting in decocking the rifle. If Savage could make it so the trigger wouldn't move until the safety lever was depressed it would be absolutely perfect. The safety on the Winchester is mounted to the bolt and uses a wing type arrangement. The (main) safety on the Savage is on the receiver tang. My model 10 has a best ever of .19 center to center (five shots) at 100 yards. You'll likely find that many Winchesters can/ have bettered this performance however the prices are higher than the Savages. Oh and before I forget, the key to Savages (and now Stevens) low price is how the barrel meets the reciever. Savage uses a jam nut to speed the process of headspacing. Nearly all other bolt actions will have the barrel threaded into the action at which point the chamber is reamed. By omiting the added reaming Savage is able to produce a rifle of equal strength and precision at a lower price. Some folks lament the jam nut as though it is the ugliest thing ever to be placed on a gun. Timbokhan I'm talking to you. I barely notice the jam nut except when I'm shopping for another one!
I own a Savage model 10FP-LE2 in .308 Win. and my buddy Timbokhan has a Model 70 in .223 so I was able to compare them fairly easily. The smoothness of the bolt sliding back and forth in the Winchester is nicer. The flat trigger on the Winchester is also more conducive to a smooth trigger pull. The Savage sports an enlarged bolt head which makes it easier to operate at speed. The accutrigger on the LE line goes to 1.5lbs (2.5lbs for all others) and believe it when owners tell you it's friggin nice. My only issue with it is that they use a radiused trigger with the safety lever centered in a notch. Sometimes I've found the curved face hard to place my trigger finger on squarely resulting in decocking the rifle. If Savage could make it so the trigger wouldn't move until the safety lever was depressed it would be absolutely perfect. The safety on the Winchester is mounted to the bolt and uses a wing type arrangement. The (main) safety on the Savage is on the receiver tang. My model 10 has a best ever of .19 center to center (five shots) at 100 yards. You'll likely find that many Winchesters can/ have bettered this performance however the prices are higher than the Savages. Oh and before I forget, the key to Savages (and now Stevens) low price is how the barrel meets the reciever. Savage uses a jam nut to speed the process of headspacing. Nearly all other bolt actions will have the barrel threaded into the action at which point the chamber is reamed. By omiting the added reaming Savage is able to produce a rifle of equal strength and precision at a lower price. Some folks lament the jam nut as though it is the ugliest thing ever to be placed on a gun. Timbokhan I'm talking to you. I barely notice the jam nut except when I'm shopping for another one!
ROCKSHUND
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I really like the FNH PBR, but my Savage M10 FPLE functionally does everything that the Winchester/FN does, and my pre-Accutrigger (but tuned to 2.5 lb) Savage does it for $350 brand spankin' new...purchased 5-6 years ago. BTW, I too have a 20" barrel, and REALLY like it. -FNR.
MCgunner
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Remington M7
Ain't no bull barrel, but the first three shot are under an inch at 100 yards. It's a pleasure to carry and shoot, my number one hunting rifle at the moment, absolute favorite. The ring behind the windage and elevation adjustments is for a spotlight that attaches to the scope for hog hunting at night.
Ain't no bull barrel, but the first three shot are under an inch at 100 yards. It's a pleasure to carry and shoot, my number one hunting rifle at the moment, absolute favorite. The ring behind the windage and elevation adjustments is for a spotlight that attaches to the scope for hog hunting at night.
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How much money do you have left on your Credit card? 
I have 2 Chandlers in .308 and I love both of them. Tack drivers from the start. BTW Several Chandler's are presently employed in Iraq with our military whacking bad guys. I had to wait an additional 6 months for one of mine due to 30 Chandlers were being built and delivered to the sand box just before we went into Iraq. The down side is there is a 12-18 month wait for Civilians since the Fed's, Military, and Police get priority on build time. Plus they are not cheap. But if you want the best you'll have to pay.
Chandler Sniper Rifle
These are the toughest built guns out there. They exceed all military durability tests presently employed.
Check out the Photo's and Weapon Painting sections. For pic's.
I have 2 Chandlers in .308 and I love both of them. Tack drivers from the start. BTW Several Chandler's are presently employed in Iraq with our military whacking bad guys. I had to wait an additional 6 months for one of mine due to 30 Chandlers were being built and delivered to the sand box just before we went into Iraq. The down side is there is a 12-18 month wait for Civilians since the Fed's, Military, and Police get priority on build time. Plus they are not cheap. But if you want the best you'll have to pay.
Chandler Sniper Rifle
These are the toughest built guns out there. They exceed all military durability tests presently employed.
Check out the Photo's and Weapon Painting sections. For pic's.
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go with the Savage 10FP
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