Dr. Tad Hussein Winslow
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Rifle recommendation: Thompson Center Icon or Browning A-bolt on that budget. Yep, particularly the Icon - good good stuff, Maynard (except for the stupid detachable mag part).
22" will be slightly flatter-shooting, but not enough to make any real difference at hunting distances. It's probaby the better all-around length than 20", though, if for no other reason than lessened muzzle blast. But if you want flat-shooting, there's a dozen or so better chamberings to choose from, not the least of which is the venerable .270 Win - it will shoot flatter from an 18" barrel than .308 will from a 24" barrel, and be a significantly better choice for the long shots on groundhogs, IMO. Dies are $25 - don't let that in any way dictate getting the caliber that is best for your wants and needs.
22" will be slightly flatter-shooting, but not enough to make any real difference at hunting distances. It's probaby the better all-around length than 20", though, if for no other reason than lessened muzzle blast. But if you want flat-shooting, there's a dozen or so better chamberings to choose from, not the least of which is the venerable .270 Win - it will shoot flatter from an 18" barrel than .308 will from a 24" barrel, and be a significantly better choice for the long shots on groundhogs, IMO. Dies are $25 - don't let that in any way dictate getting the caliber that is best for your wants and needs.