Beginner Bolt Action

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Syph3r

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I don't have much experience with guns, and this would be the first gun I've bought. I'm interested in getting a bolt action rifle, since I like the simplicity of the bolt action concept and thought it wouldn't be terribley complicated to learn. What make/model/caliber bolt action rifle would you recommend to a beginner? I heard that lots of people weren't satisfied with the Remington 710, and I wouldn't mind spending the extra money for a Remington 700 ADL or something similar. Would this be a good choice?
 
I too like the Remington actions... the 700 and 788 are great rifles. Depending if you like recoil, the two choice caliber I would suggest would be the .223 Rem. or the .308 Win. The reason for these two loads is because of availability. Practice practice practice.... both calibers are used in the military and inexpensive surplus ammo are available.... give it a go!
 
The 710 is a good rifle for the money. The savage 110 is just as good. If you want to add on to the weapon get a 700. If you just want to shoot get the Savage 110 FP, if you just want to hunt once or twice a year get the 710.
But this is just my 2 cnts
 
First Bolt Gun

Why buy NEW?? Pawn shops are full of rifles that need only a good scrub and will shoot every bit as good as a beginner ( and most experienced) shooter will be capable of. Not to mention, if you scuff it or otherwise harm it, you won't be cryin' for a month!!
It worked for me and I just thought I would pass on the suggestion.........
 
I started with a Daisy Red Ryder BB gun at about age 6 or 7. I pretty much had the free use of my grandfather's .22 rifle from age 8. I got my first centerfire rifle at age 16, and started reloading for the .30-'06 that same summer.

So: 60 years after starting in on "rifleman-ship", I have a strong recommendation. Start with almost any good-used bolt-action .22 with iron sights and learn all the basics. Learn how to control the sight picture and your breathing as you squeeze the trigger. Learn what canting the rifle does to spread out a group. Learn the basic positions--standing, kneeling, sitting and prone.

After all of that, you're ready to move up to the more expensive stuff.

How long? I don't know. Only you and your friendly observers will know. Depending on how much free time you have, it could be only a few months...

Best luck,

Art
 
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