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    Browning model 1885, love it and want another

    RainDodger, Is the 30-06 1885 that your friend has a heavy gun? I would love to actually hold one of them. If it is as heavy as my 22-250 1885, I don't think I will go in that direction but go with a Winchester model 70. I'm wondering if the 30-06 in essence was made with a heavy bull...
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    Browning model 1885, love it and want another

    Drezq, The serial number is on the side of the receiver. It is 01023NP247. Does this mean it is a B78 model? Also, the stock does not have a cheek pad and I do believe it is a straight stock. I really don't know the difference between a semi pistol grip and a straight stock. I'm no gun...
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    Best bolt action rifles...accuracy

    Thanks for all the input everyone. It gives me lots to consider. All the best.
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    Best bolt action rifles...accuracy

    Appreciate the replies. Can you tell me how much heavier the Savage is than the Winchester Model 70? Thanks.
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    Best bolt action rifles...accuracy

    I am thinking of buying a single action model 1885 30-06 or else the best bolt action I can find. I am not looking for beauty but for the greatest accuracy. I am looking for a field gun that I can trust and be proud of. Willing to spend up to 1500 for the rifle and scope. I would like to...
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    Browning model 1885, love it and want another

    I don't know if I understand your questions. What is a B78? And what is the S/N?
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    Browning model 1885, love it and want another

    I just got back from Montana where I go every two years or so to prairie dog hunt. Once again I was out there with my Browning 1885 22-250 which I purchased back in 1999 from Browning just after they stopped making them...I believe in 1998. I love it. My best shot was when I reached out...
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