gga357
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Model 70.
Best all around .30-06 on the market?
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Maverick223
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I have been looking for one of those for ages.
The Doc. is right the Icon appears to be the best deal in the marketplace right now.
Arkansas Paul
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With a $1k budget, you could buy a weatherby vangaurd and still have $600 to spend on a good scope. My vangaurd shoots like a dream.
Runningman
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CZ 550 American if you want a accurate classic blue steel, wood look. Controlled Round feeding. Barrels are hand lapped at the factory so the barrel bore has a excellent surface finish for a production rifle. Action can be a little rough cycling when new but gets better with use.
Tikka T3 stainless synthetic if you want a good accurate light weight 30-06 for wet conditions. Very smooth action. Barrel bore has a excellent surface finish for a production rifle.
Both are generally very good shooters out of the box. Both have good positive extractor designs.
The new Sako A7 might also be worth looking at in your price range. I own a few Sakos but not this model so no actual experience with it.
Tikka T3 stainless synthetic if you want a good accurate light weight 30-06 for wet conditions. Very smooth action. Barrel bore has a excellent surface finish for a production rifle.
Both are generally very good shooters out of the box. Both have good positive extractor designs.
The new Sako A7 might also be worth looking at in your price range. I own a few Sakos but not this model so no actual experience with it.
sonier
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remington 700, few reasons, very accurated plenty of aftermarket parts. gunsmiths all over work on these guns.
wyohome
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I have a Kimber 84M Longmaster Classic that has the best trigger of any rifle that I have ever fired. They make a Model 8400 that is long action for the 30-06 length round that likely has the same trigger. They are beautiful rifles with a lifetime warranty that I will be proud to hand down to someone someday.
uvausmc
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I just got a Ruger No. 1 light sporter in .30-06. I don't know if you would call it the best "all around" rifle for that caliber but i'm pretty confident that it is going to work out great on whitetails this season. it's very light, well-balanced, and much shorter than other .30-06's would be with the same length barrel.
Marlin 45 carbine
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another vote for the BLR.
mljdeckard
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I always start with a Remington 700 and then decide if there's any reason to use anything else. (There usually isn't, for me at least.)
Check out the Ruger Model 77 MarkII or the newer Hawkeye. They build a good rifle with solid features. The customer service is as good as any other. They come with rings and in many configurations. They work well. Three position safety and controlled round feeding. Also go to a large gun store with a big inventory and get your hands on this stuff. You may like one over another. Good Luck!
I vote for the 700, few bolt guns have as many aftermarket accessories and pre made stock options as a Remington does, Remington 700 triggers from the factory can be adjusted down under 3 pounds, far more adjustment than is needed for hunting. And if you want to you can take it to a gunsmith anywhere in the the U.S. absolutely confident that he has seen and worked on many before.
As for my other choices
Rugger m77, i don't like the looks but it gets props for function reliability and durability
Weather by, its a howa action made in japan, that does not detract from the wonderful function of the gun, i just prefer to buy American, the vanguard is i believe still made in paso Robles California tho.
As for my other choices
Rugger m77, i don't like the looks but it gets props for function reliability and durability
Weather by, its a howa action made in japan, that does not detract from the wonderful function of the gun, i just prefer to buy American, the vanguard is i believe still made in paso Robles California tho.
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PandaBearBG
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Remmy 700 or Savage, can't go wrong with either. The new Savages are on par with the Remmy's now and a tad bit cheaper leaving your budget a bit more for optics.
Uncle Mike
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Savage-
Stainless Synthetic...Accustock, Accutrigger Model 16(short), 116(long)
Blue and Walnut... Accutrigger, Model 14(short), 114(long)
Tikka T-3
Marlin...XS(short), XL(long) 7
Did I say Mossberg...??? It has been a looong day.
Thanx Tad!
Stainless Synthetic...Accustock, Accutrigger Model 16(short), 116(long)
Blue and Walnut... Accutrigger, Model 14(short), 114(long)
Tikka T-3
Marlin...XS(short), XL(long) 7
Did I say Mossberg...??? It has been a looong day.
Thanx Tad!
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Dr. Tad Hussein Winslow
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I think you mean Marlin, UM.
Since EVERYONE chambers a .30-06, you're really asking "What's the best rifle?" As always, Sako, Steyr, Weatherby Mark V, Kimber, and Cooper all come to mind. But as I mentioned above, the Icon is the best value in my mind (AND *arguably* the best period). The Brownings, upper Remingtons, CZ 550s, FN, Winchester, and upper Savages are certainly no slouches either. Sure budget rifles will fill the bill and are *very good* but I dunno about BEST.
The ubiquitious turnbolt rifle is what you want.
But a Sako 85 is always a good starting point for the BEST in a centerfire rifle.
Since EVERYONE chambers a .30-06, you're really asking "What's the best rifle?" As always, Sako, Steyr, Weatherby Mark V, Kimber, and Cooper all come to mind. But as I mentioned above, the Icon is the best value in my mind (AND *arguably* the best period). The Brownings, upper Remingtons, CZ 550s, FN, Winchester, and upper Savages are certainly no slouches either. Sure budget rifles will fill the bill and are *very good* but I dunno about BEST.
The ubiquitious turnbolt rifle is what you want.
But a Sako 85 is always a good starting point for the BEST in a centerfire rifle.
BillyDa59
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Model 70 Winchester. Personally, I think the older ones are made better. I inherited a featherweight from my grandfather. It's a wonderful gun. Haven't gotten a chance to hunt with it yet but it's still a very likable gun.
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Hello friends and neighbors /// I never had a bolt action rifle so can't help you there.
If you can try an old remington 760 (around $300.00 - $450.00) or new 7600 $620.00, I would.
IMHO ;Fast, pump action ( with left hand ) allows continued view through scope and quicker return to target, accurate ( even my 1968 series ), carries well and cleans up easily. 760/7600 also come with iron sights (most bolt action rifles do not) so if you bump scope you are not necessarily done for the day.
Counting the carbines there were over 1 million remington model 760 sold . I have one in 30.06 . Remington would not have sold that many if there were problems.
I chose my 30.06 760 gamemaster because of my life long usage of the 12ga. 870 wingmaster. They are twins in action, trigger pull, safty position and cleaning so I don't have to think in new ways. ;- )
The hunt for a firearm that suits you is half the fun. Hope you enjoy it, and get a great deal.
If you can try an old remington 760 (around $300.00 - $450.00) or new 7600 $620.00, I would.
IMHO ;Fast, pump action ( with left hand ) allows continued view through scope and quicker return to target, accurate ( even my 1968 series ), carries well and cleans up easily. 760/7600 also come with iron sights (most bolt action rifles do not) so if you bump scope you are not necessarily done for the day.
Counting the carbines there were over 1 million remington model 760 sold . I have one in 30.06 . Remington would not have sold that many if there were problems.
I chose my 30.06 760 gamemaster because of my life long usage of the 12ga. 870 wingmaster. They are twins in action, trigger pull, safty position and cleaning so I don't have to think in new ways. ;- )
The hunt for a firearm that suits you is half the fun. Hope you enjoy it, and get a great deal.
Arkel23
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Weatherby Vanguard SUB-MOA, look no more!!
Went through the same search last month, and found a Ruger Model 77 Mk II; stainless with Boyd laminated stock. Very happy with the choice.
Had looked closely at a Howa Model 1500, the same gun as the Weatherby Vanguard, which Howa manufactures for Weatherby. Price on a private sale through THR trading post made the difference.
Note I do have a CMP M1, but I'm not comfortable running higher-end hunting handloads through the Garand. Strictly M2 ball, and M72 Match; or equal.
As an aside; daughter REALLY likes the Remington 750 in .308; not a bad rifle to consider in 30-06 if you decide to go for a semi for reduced recoil on older joints
It is all quite subjective though. What is the rifle you are currently using?
Had looked closely at a Howa Model 1500, the same gun as the Weatherby Vanguard, which Howa manufactures for Weatherby. Price on a private sale through THR trading post made the difference.
Note I do have a CMP M1, but I'm not comfortable running higher-end hunting handloads through the Garand. Strictly M2 ball, and M72 Match; or equal.
As an aside; daughter REALLY likes the Remington 750 in .308; not a bad rifle to consider in 30-06 if you decide to go for a semi for reduced recoil on older joints
It is all quite subjective though. What is the rifle you are currently using?
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wyohome
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As an aside; daughter REALLY likes the Remington 760 in .308; not a bad rifle to consider in 30-06 if you decide to go for a semi for reduced recoil on older joints
Rem 760 is a pump, what am I missing here?
Rem 760 is a pump, what am I missing here?
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Malamute said:
Very good question! It's a very old Remington 721 that I was given years ago that has been a brilliant shooting rifle. Nothing fancy, just gets the job done.
However, the extractor died on it. We are the process of trying to replace the extractor with an original used part. (very hard to find, but we found one and paid a premium for it) If this doesn't do the job, our next option would be doing a Sako extractor conversion job, but this is starting to cost beyond the value of the gun in my opinion. Particularly because there are a number of things I would like to change about the gun anyhow, such as a removeable clip (or at least a bottom unloading one) and I would to like to get a decent walnut with a raised cheek piece set up for a scope. Parts for the 721 are not that easy to find and when they are found, they are generally expensive. So me thinks its time to move onto another platform that will give me much cheaper and varied customization/repair options.
If I can fix the 721 with the part we have found, I'll keep it for a backup gun... but I think I want to invest money in something else as my primary gun.
There is a lot in this thread which I will go research on. I really appreciate the feedback from everyone!
Ruger Hawkeye. I own WAAY too many rifles. Weatherby MKV's, Kimber 8400, Sako 85, Remington 700's, Winchester M70's(1 pre 64 Supergrade), Browning A-Bolt Medallion, Tikka T3, Howa etc.
The gun I grab every season because I know it will get the job done, carries well, points well, has a no nonsense 3 pos safety, and is so durable I could chop would with it, is the Ruger 77 Mk II.
The Hawkeye has a little slimmer updated feel and slightly improved trigger. IMO it'll provide a lifetime of reliable service and is well made. Every year I'll buy something more exotic and modern but it's been 10 years now that I rarely pack up anything besides that Ruger the night before opening day.
The gun I grab every season because I know it will get the job done, carries well, points well, has a no nonsense 3 pos safety, and is so durable I could chop would with it, is the Ruger 77 Mk II.
The Hawkeye has a little slimmer updated feel and slightly improved trigger. IMO it'll provide a lifetime of reliable service and is well made. Every year I'll buy something more exotic and modern but it's been 10 years now that I rarely pack up anything besides that Ruger the night before opening day.
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