New hunting rifle?
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The old 700s in standard cartridges had a butt plate.
Even if the stock fit well, they could thump.
Magnums came w a recoil pad.
(BTW, same deal w 1100 shotguns- magnums came w recoil pads).
The old style rubber pads from the 70s, worked decent to tame recoil IMHO
My 7mm mag BDL was comfy.
Even wearing a T shirt.
But back then I was lean n mean so didn't have any squish to offer an intermediate slide.
The 700 Classics had pads, as did the synth stocked stuff
Had a 760 in .3006 w butt plate. 150 grainers in it were no big deal.
Had heard horror stories of the recoil. Was pleasant surprise.
Even if the stock fit well, they could thump.
Magnums came w a recoil pad.
(BTW, same deal w 1100 shotguns- magnums came w recoil pads).
The old style rubber pads from the 70s, worked decent to tame recoil IMHO
My 7mm mag BDL was comfy.
Even wearing a T shirt.
But back then I was lean n mean so didn't have any squish to offer an intermediate slide.
The 700 Classics had pads, as did the synth stocked stuff
Had a 760 in .3006 w butt plate. 150 grainers in it were no big deal.
Had heard horror stories of the recoil. Was pleasant surprise.
luv2safari
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luv2safari
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What's worse is try to drag a deer any distance through tough terrain without a sling for your rifle. That rifle becomes pretty useless.
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marksman13
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If I was in your shoes, I’d spend just a little extra cash and buy a CVA Cascade. It’s just a whole lot more rifle, for just a little extra cash.
luv2safari
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The Cascade has a pretty good start as a good rifle. They're built on a Savage 110 action.
Field Test: CVA Cascade Rifle
CVA steps into the bolt-action world with a custom-grade tack-driver
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HERETIC!
Are you brave enough to admit that over on 24 hr?
Plastic is safe from the elements.
Synth stock comes w recoil pad.
Could film dip it woodgrain I suppose LOL
Also thought about nitride, do a resto mod.
Won't make it kill any better. Already beat up. So just add more.
I can find a variety of other to ruffle folks feathers
I used my dad's Remington 740 .30-06 autoloader to take my first deer. He traded it for a Savage Axis-II XP in .243, the guy that made the trade was going to turn the 740 into a 760. Not sure if he had sent it to the gun shop in Minnesota to do it yet.
Before I got my Marlin 336 .30-30 or even my PA-10, I had looked at doing a Savage Axis with accutrigger in 7mm08. I had looked at the Savage Edge (precursor to the Axis) years ago and I liked the fit and feel of the rifle. Action was decently smooth (unloaded) compared to at the time the Remington 770. .30-06 in either the 760 or a bolt rifle is going to kick like a mule.
If I were going to build a rifle like you were wanting, 20" barrel .30‐06, threaded barrel for a brake and maybe a Limbsaver recoil pad to make it more comcomfortable.
Before I got my Marlin 336 .30-30 or even my PA-10, I had looked at doing a Savage Axis with accutrigger in 7mm08. I had looked at the Savage Edge (precursor to the Axis) years ago and I liked the fit and feel of the rifle. Action was decently smooth (unloaded) compared to at the time the Remington 770. .30-06 in either the 760 or a bolt rifle is going to kick like a mule.
If I were going to build a rifle like you were wanting, 20" barrel .30‐06, threaded barrel for a brake and maybe a Limbsaver recoil pad to make it more comcomfortable.
Chuck R.
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Function over form I say:
I have a great affection for synthetics, CeraKoat, optics etc. when it comes to tools.
and the opinions of the 24hr Campfire crowd aren't something I'd lose sleep over.
hawg
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If everybody was the same the world would be a boring place.
luv2safari
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You need an intervention.
It doesn't even make sense as I haven't even hunted in years but right now I kind of want a Ruger American Gen 2 in 6.5 Creedmoor. I am somewhat curious about the caliber & if/when I have more time I'd like to get back into hunting. I miss it.
I've had a 1989 vintage .30-06 model 70 for years & every time I've killed a deer the recoil didn't bother me. I have always disliked shooting it off a bench. Several years ago I changed ammunition from the old Core-Lokts I'd always used to Hornady Superformance. I went from not liking shooting it from a bench to severely disliking shooting it from a bench. I swapped back to the Core-Lokt ammunition & put on a slip on recoil pad for the bench & it isn't bad. If I ever go back to hunting it will be with the factory recoil pad.
WisBorn
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Hornady custom lite recoil ammunition works great. Give it a try and put some fun back into shooting your 30-06 again.
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Some of are a bit recoil sensitive. The brake could be either or with a recoil pad. It's about 26 or so ft/lbs of recoil energy, which is not insignificant. Even .308 gets a bit tiresome after 50 or so rounds at the range. .30-06 will get tiring a bit faster.
I would recommend the Ruger American Gen 1 or 2 over the Axis or the Patriot, though the new Gen 2 does cost about $100-150 more, it's worth it in my opinion. If you raise the acceptable price to the 600 ish range you can buy a whole lot more rifle than at the 400 range if buying new, same for used but there 400 can buy you one of those better rifles that are around 600 new. My personal new hunting rifle is a Ruger American Gen 2 in 223 and, for me, it checked all the boxes I needed for a deer/hog rifle and I wouldn't hesitate to carry it or the same in 6 CM, 6.5 CM or 308 on any North American big game hunt.
I would also recommend getting a different caliber, like 308 or 6.5 CM, instead of 30-06 though I can understand if you are set on that since it is still a good choice. The downsides to the 30-06 over something like the 308 or 6.5 CM are the longer action, assuming the manufacture doesn't just use a single length action for everything, which can limit your scope or mounting options, the ammo selection/quality, which depending on where you are or if you order online is much less of an issue, and increased recoil.
I would also recommend getting a different caliber, like 308 or 6.5 CM, instead of 30-06 though I can understand if you are set on that since it is still a good choice. The downsides to the 30-06 over something like the 308 or 6.5 CM are the longer action, assuming the manufacture doesn't just use a single length action for everything, which can limit your scope or mounting options, the ammo selection/quality, which depending on where you are or if you order online is much less of an issue, and increased recoil.
redneck2
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Personally, were i not already set on a particular brand or model, I’d peruse the used racks at my LGS. I worked at one for a while and it’s pretty amazing how many very gently used or unfired firearms get sold or traded. I’ve had a LOT of guns in my life and probably at least half were pre-owned.
Nice thing is, if you buy right and don’t like it for whatever reason you can get most or all your money back.
My current big game rifle is a Browning X-Bolt. It was a limited edition Shot Show model that for whatever reason didn’t sell. I got it at about 1/2 MSRP brand new. The unfortunate part is that I’m at the age where my hunting days are pretty much over but it’s a lifetime rifle
Nice thing is, if you buy right and don’t like it for whatever reason you can get most or all your money back.
My current big game rifle is a Browning X-Bolt. It was a limited edition Shot Show model that for whatever reason didn’t sell. I got it at about 1/2 MSRP brand new. The unfortunate part is that I’m at the age where my hunting days are pretty much over but it’s a lifetime rifle
With the Limbsaver slip on pad the 180's at 2700 aren't bad. I never really minded them without it. The Hornady Superformance I had that said it sent 165 at 2960 seemed to recoil harder. I know it shouldn't be a big difference but it feels like it is to me.
hawg
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My first high powered rifle was a 30-06 with a steel recoil pad when I was 12. I was scared to death of it before I shot it but after I shot it I was disappointed. It didn't have much recoil at all.
WisBorn
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How much did the rifle weight
hawg
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A little over 8 pounds. It was a 1903A3. At 12 years old I probably didn't weigh 90 pounds. I got my first 12 gauge when I was 11 and it has a checkered steel recoil pad. My dad taught me to pull the butt tight into my shoulder and it won't kick hard, it just pushes you back. Hold it all loosey goosey like a BB gun and it's going to stomp a mudhole in your butt.How much did the rifle weight
WisBorn
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I take it that the Remington is from the new company!
Fleet Farm is a great place to comparison shop with lots of rifles on their racks
