patriot9879
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First, let me say hello. I have enjoyed the discussions and comments I have seen in the couple of days since I came across this forum.
Secondly...I am in the process of purchasing a new bolt rifle. I had narrowed my choice down to a Remington or a Savage in 300 WSM, 30-06, or 300 Win Mag. I have no particular affinity for any particulr brand; those two just seemed to fit me the best. Today I came across a pretty good deal (I think) on a Weatherby Vanguard...440.00 for a stainless/composite in 30-06. It seems to point well for me, and it feels secure and comfortable as I hold it. About the only thing I know about this particular Weatherby is that it is manufactured by Howa in Japan, and that it has been marketed at other times by a few other domestic manufacturers such as S&W. I would imagine that Howa also sells the rifle under their name, but I have never seen a Howa rifle, so I am not sure. It seems like a well made gun, and the fit and finish of the two models I saw today were pretty good...much better than the savage and probably a little better than the Remington (keep in mind that I am only comparing composite stocked versions here). So, I guess I am looking for general comments on the Vanguard...pros/cons...that sorta stuff.
Lastly...I am also looking for some impressions from those that have shot any of the cartridges that I mentioned above. I know that balistically, they are all fairly close. I am mainly looking for impressions on the recoil...especially with a composite stock...maybe a highest to lowest felt recoil ranking would be good.
Thanks in advance for help. Ya'll take care.
--Steve
Secondly...I am in the process of purchasing a new bolt rifle. I had narrowed my choice down to a Remington or a Savage in 300 WSM, 30-06, or 300 Win Mag. I have no particular affinity for any particulr brand; those two just seemed to fit me the best. Today I came across a pretty good deal (I think) on a Weatherby Vanguard...440.00 for a stainless/composite in 30-06. It seems to point well for me, and it feels secure and comfortable as I hold it. About the only thing I know about this particular Weatherby is that it is manufactured by Howa in Japan, and that it has been marketed at other times by a few other domestic manufacturers such as S&W. I would imagine that Howa also sells the rifle under their name, but I have never seen a Howa rifle, so I am not sure. It seems like a well made gun, and the fit and finish of the two models I saw today were pretty good...much better than the savage and probably a little better than the Remington (keep in mind that I am only comparing composite stocked versions here). So, I guess I am looking for general comments on the Vanguard...pros/cons...that sorta stuff.
Lastly...I am also looking for some impressions from those that have shot any of the cartridges that I mentioned above. I know that balistically, they are all fairly close. I am mainly looking for impressions on the recoil...especially with a composite stock...maybe a highest to lowest felt recoil ranking would be good.
Thanks in advance for help. Ya'll take care.
--Steve