Yes, another newbie hunter question. I have been a collector and shooter for a long time, but have just taken my hunter safety course for deer hunting in PA.
Fortuantely, I have an experienced family member who can take me out and teach me about deer hunting, all on private land.
My question is about rifles. I've always collected military surplus rifles. I don't own a normal 30-06 American hunting rifle with a scope.
I do, however, own a Japanese Type 99 7.7 mm rifle, and a German Karabiner 98k, 7.92 x 57 mm. Neither has a scope.
My question is this. Does anyone here hunt with a military surplus rifle without a scope? Is it foolish to hunt without a scope, regardless of how good of a shot someone is? Can I use either one of these rifles, or should I go out and get just a plain Remington 30-06 with a scope? (money is pretty tight right now)
Thanks. Good hunting to all!
Fortuantely, I have an experienced family member who can take me out and teach me about deer hunting, all on private land.
My question is about rifles. I've always collected military surplus rifles. I don't own a normal 30-06 American hunting rifle with a scope.
I do, however, own a Japanese Type 99 7.7 mm rifle, and a German Karabiner 98k, 7.92 x 57 mm. Neither has a scope.
My question is this. Does anyone here hunt with a military surplus rifle without a scope? Is it foolish to hunt without a scope, regardless of how good of a shot someone is? Can I use either one of these rifles, or should I go out and get just a plain Remington 30-06 with a scope? (money is pretty tight right now)
Thanks. Good hunting to all!