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Hi all,
Was posting before over in the handgun forum.
Moving to the rifle for this one.
I have been looking and researching for a general hunting/SHTF sniper rifle.
After some discussion I have settled on going for a 308 if possible. I am a bit recoil sensitive and will not be an avid hunter though I do plan to go out with an uncle next year and start learning more.
That said, I plan to mostly look at deer hunting with maybe up to an elk. Hence why I am looking at the 308 instead of the 270.
I plan to get a 200+ scope to mount. I would like to get something that is reasonably priced but willing to spend a bit more if I need to.
1. I have looked at the Savage Axis. Nice lite gun with 19.5 and the accu-trigger. But the shorter barrel limits range and I suspect there will be too much kick!
2. I have an chance to pick up a TC Encore used with a good scope, both a 308 and 50 cal muzzle barrel for around $640. I know I can get other barrels for this. Opinions? Is the price good?
3. There is a Savage 11 in 308 on sale, 22" synthetic stock. Opinions?
4. If I hit the pawn shops what specifically should I be looking for to make sure its a good deal?
I live and will hunt in the northwest where its raining or wet a lot. Would I be better off with a Stainless steel action and/or barrel or just go for the blued barrel?
Id there really any benefit to the fluted barrels for my application?
BTW, I do have a 32 Win Special with Iron sights I inherited so i have a bush gun already. I also have a 22LR for critter control if needed.
Thanks ahead of time for insights and other suggestions.
MPT
Was posting before over in the handgun forum.
Moving to the rifle for this one.
I have been looking and researching for a general hunting/SHTF sniper rifle.
After some discussion I have settled on going for a 308 if possible. I am a bit recoil sensitive and will not be an avid hunter though I do plan to go out with an uncle next year and start learning more.
That said, I plan to mostly look at deer hunting with maybe up to an elk. Hence why I am looking at the 308 instead of the 270.
I plan to get a 200+ scope to mount. I would like to get something that is reasonably priced but willing to spend a bit more if I need to.
1. I have looked at the Savage Axis. Nice lite gun with 19.5 and the accu-trigger. But the shorter barrel limits range and I suspect there will be too much kick!
2. I have an chance to pick up a TC Encore used with a good scope, both a 308 and 50 cal muzzle barrel for around $640. I know I can get other barrels for this. Opinions? Is the price good?
3. There is a Savage 11 in 308 on sale, 22" synthetic stock. Opinions?
4. If I hit the pawn shops what specifically should I be looking for to make sure its a good deal?
I live and will hunt in the northwest where its raining or wet a lot. Would I be better off with a Stainless steel action and/or barrel or just go for the blued barrel?
Id there really any benefit to the fluted barrels for my application?
BTW, I do have a 32 Win Special with Iron sights I inherited so i have a bush gun already. I also have a 22LR for critter control if needed.
Thanks ahead of time for insights and other suggestions.
MPT
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