So my father is finally going to buy a 30.06 bolt action and he is thinking Remington 700 in a wood stock but asked me what other options there were and what length barrel to get. Well bolt rifles are not my thing and I did a couple searches but it seems like remington 700 is mentioned about 10 times a day so can anyone recommend a few different good alternatives to a 700 and what length barrel for out to 1000 yds (was thinking 22-24"). Other criteria, it has to have a wood stock, be easily scoped and be light enough to hump around hunting by a 55 year old in pretty good shape and say under $700.
Alternatives to Remington 700 in 30.06
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Lone_Gunman
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The new Ruger Hawkeyes are very nice rifles. Might want to take a look at them.
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The wood stock bolt action vangaurds are excellent very accurate and I only payed 450 for mine.
I like the Ruger better at this time. I used to be a dedicated Remington guy, but believe Ruger is building the better rifle at this time.
The Remington CDL will be close to $700, maybe more, then you have to buy rings. Rugers here are selling for $599 and they include some of the best rings available.
The catalog weight on a Remington 30-06 is 7 3/8 lbs. The Ruger is 7 1/4 lbs.for the wood stock and 7 even for synthetic.
Remington has the reputation for better accuracy, and if you are talking older rifles I would agree. With newer rifles I would call it a tie.
The Ruger comes with a 22" tube, the Remington is 24". For squeezing the last bit of veocity out of a round the Remington has an edge. In a 30-06 I do not like the longer barrel, others will disagree.
The Remington CDL will be close to $700, maybe more, then you have to buy rings. Rugers here are selling for $599 and they include some of the best rings available.
The catalog weight on a Remington 30-06 is 7 3/8 lbs. The Ruger is 7 1/4 lbs.for the wood stock and 7 even for synthetic.
Remington has the reputation for better accuracy, and if you are talking older rifles I would agree. With newer rifles I would call it a tie.
The Ruger comes with a 22" tube, the Remington is 24". For squeezing the last bit of veocity out of a round the Remington has an edge. In a 30-06 I do not like the longer barrel, others will disagree.
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I don't see why he wouldn't want a Remington.
I like how people just kinda toss in the "1000 yard" comment like it is no big deal. That aside, I guess it depends what you consider acceptable 1000 yard accuracy, but in general - 1000yards, light, wood stock(real wood, laminate is a different story), and under $700 are not terms that go together real well. Although without glass, there are some remington and savage options for around that price that would do the trick, again, depending on what your accuracy expectations are.
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Cz is better, way better, and Wetherby/howa is nice for the money. however, if you want to do some 1000 yds shooting, I say you need at least a 26 inch bbl; I would start looking at Savage first. Look for one with a 26 inch bbl, or find a setup you like , and order from Savage a 26 inch bbl for it.
I can edit it to say 500 yds if it will help you sleep easier
. That is probably more realistic but I know people who shoot 1000 yds with irons and and an M14 but that is neither here nor there. And I said $700 for the rifle not rifle + optics. I will probably point him in the direction of a Sightron SIII or Zeiss Conquest 3.5-10x44.glockman19
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IMHO, the Remington 700 in .30-06 is perfect rifle for anything in N. America.
I have a CDL and love it. Some good glass and you're ready to go.
I might also look at a Savage or Kimber.
I have a CDL and love it. Some good glass and you're ready to go.
I might also look at a Savage or Kimber.
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"1000 yards" (or even 500 yards) and "wood stock" and "light enough for a 55 year old to hump around" are not mutually compatible with each other. Nobody should be shooting at game at 1000 yards in the field unless maybe you are an Army sniper who has just gotten back from a few tours in Afganistan and are an excellent marksman! Think 300 yards or less unless your dad shoots at long distances on a regular basis! Anything else is unethical!!!!!
So, a M700, or a Savage, or a Ruger will all do the job just fine.
So, a M700, or a Savage, or a Ruger will all do the job just fine.
OK there yes he will never take a 1000 yd shot at a deer I was speaking more to the hypothetical accuracy of the platform if say we ever get the itch to step up and build a long range on our property so spare the lecturing please. And hey haven't you heard 55 is the new 35 (he is not an old man) plus he only wants a wooden stock. And like I said I have seen people with M14s in a bedded walnut stock shoot at 1000 yds with iron sites (the targets are pretty big) so it should be possible with a decent bolt gun and optic.
first... every rifle maker is going to have a 30-06, so if you truly want to see what else is out there, just figure out who makes rifles, and you will have the list.
that said, i strongly encourage you to look at the remington 700 mountain rifle. it is a fantastic gun that balances nice, carries no excess weight, and has a very refined look to it. you won't be disappointed in that version. good luck!
that said, i strongly encourage you to look at the remington 700 mountain rifle. it is a fantastic gun that balances nice, carries no excess weight, and has a very refined look to it. you won't be disappointed in that version. good luck!
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Im not saying the 700 isnt a fine gun but the options are virtually endless in 30 06 rifles.
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+1 for the Tikka. Havnt seen one yet that didnt shoot very well. Action is smooth as glass, trigger is very crisp. Its a cheaper option to the Sako. Wish I had one to call my own.
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Remington Model Seven in 7mm/08.
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Tikka T3 Lite Hunter!
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