rauchman
Member
Greetings all,
My shooting buddy and I are going 1/2's on a reloading machine. Of course, with this capability I want a very accurate bolt to go with it. I don't hunt, so that's not a consideration. The only immediate range I have access to in NJ has a 300yard maximum range. I've seen a variety of other posts here asking pretty much the same thing. For me, the big thing is accuracy. The following are the rifles I'm considering. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
Tikka Varmint in either 6.5x55, .308, .223, .243
CZ 550 American/Varmint(I think that's the model name) in either 6.5x55 or .308
Savage (Not sure of the specific model, but it would be the Law Enforcement version) in .308
From everythink I have read, the stock on the Savage needs to be replaced. I'd like to know more about the Tikka and CZ. I already have a CZ452 American .22lr and a CZ 75BSA in .40 and find their firearms to be very accurate.
Cost being another issue, don't want to spend a large amount of money...doesn't everyone though? Not looking to spend more than $600.00 for the rifle. I currently have a Weaver Grand Slam 6x20 (IIRC) scope that I'll use until I can get something more suited to target shooting.
Also, which of the calibers mentioned, .223, .308, .243, 6.5x55 is easiest on the gun. I understand the .243 quickly deteriates the throat of a barrel. I would rather stay above the .223 on the off chance I ever use this rifle for hunting or the always popular PooPoo hits the fan scenario.
Thanks for your replies,
Ken
My shooting buddy and I are going 1/2's on a reloading machine. Of course, with this capability I want a very accurate bolt to go with it. I don't hunt, so that's not a consideration. The only immediate range I have access to in NJ has a 300yard maximum range. I've seen a variety of other posts here asking pretty much the same thing. For me, the big thing is accuracy. The following are the rifles I'm considering. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
Tikka Varmint in either 6.5x55, .308, .223, .243
CZ 550 American/Varmint(I think that's the model name) in either 6.5x55 or .308
Savage (Not sure of the specific model, but it would be the Law Enforcement version) in .308
From everythink I have read, the stock on the Savage needs to be replaced. I'd like to know more about the Tikka and CZ. I already have a CZ452 American .22lr and a CZ 75BSA in .40 and find their firearms to be very accurate.
Cost being another issue, don't want to spend a large amount of money...doesn't everyone though? Not looking to spend more than $600.00 for the rifle. I currently have a Weaver Grand Slam 6x20 (IIRC) scope that I'll use until I can get something more suited to target shooting.
Also, which of the calibers mentioned, .223, .308, .243, 6.5x55 is easiest on the gun. I understand the .243 quickly deteriates the throat of a barrel. I would rather stay above the .223 on the off chance I ever use this rifle for hunting or the always popular PooPoo hits the fan scenario.
Thanks for your replies,
Ken