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Hi,
Long time reader but first time poster. I am excited to have a question to present to the community and look forward to your responses. I have a question on the proper caliber rifle to purchase. I am extensively experienced with handguns. I have been heavily interested and owned firearms for the past seven years. I reload for my revolvers and have shot in local matches and events with everything from 1911’s Model 15’s, 19’s and Glocks. Also, I have a British Enfield which I have used only once. I have also never hunted. With bolt, lever, and single shot rifles I feel lost in the selection and calibers. I tell you this not to be a tooth sucker, but so that you can understand my experience level.
I live in Florida and would like to take to the natural trails. I have always dreamed of visiting different states and remote natural areas. I would like some advice for what caliber firearm to purchase. I would not carry the firearm for hunting purposes, but so that I may defend myself from a predator. Also while unfamiliar with the legal structure of the states, I would like to purchase something that with confidence (both legally and firepower wise) I could bring to any state in Northern America. Most times I hope to have a vehicle of some sort but I am sure that at many times I will be walking about or ahead of the vehicle.
I have concerns about affordability of the rifle. I would like to keep the price under 1000 dollars if possible and with time I would reload for the caliber. I rarely purchase new guns so I would like to look at a used market unless there is a consensus that for heavier calibers it is preferred to have some sort of manufacturer’s warranty. My initial impressions from some research I have done brought me to look closer at the .416 Rigby caliber. However, some people whom I have spoken with say that this is overkill and suggested alternative calibers such as 300 Win Mag. Though when I did some research it seemed there were some articles and opinions which lend that it 300 win mag is an adequate caliber but not preferred. Whereas I have been able to find no such opinions on the 416 Rigby.
Could you please provide your thoughts on calibers and rifles?
I value everyone's opinion and look forward to learning. Thank you in advance!
Long time reader but first time poster. I am excited to have a question to present to the community and look forward to your responses. I have a question on the proper caliber rifle to purchase. I am extensively experienced with handguns. I have been heavily interested and owned firearms for the past seven years. I reload for my revolvers and have shot in local matches and events with everything from 1911’s Model 15’s, 19’s and Glocks. Also, I have a British Enfield which I have used only once. I have also never hunted. With bolt, lever, and single shot rifles I feel lost in the selection and calibers. I tell you this not to be a tooth sucker, but so that you can understand my experience level.
I live in Florida and would like to take to the natural trails. I have always dreamed of visiting different states and remote natural areas. I would like some advice for what caliber firearm to purchase. I would not carry the firearm for hunting purposes, but so that I may defend myself from a predator. Also while unfamiliar with the legal structure of the states, I would like to purchase something that with confidence (both legally and firepower wise) I could bring to any state in Northern America. Most times I hope to have a vehicle of some sort but I am sure that at many times I will be walking about or ahead of the vehicle.
I have concerns about affordability of the rifle. I would like to keep the price under 1000 dollars if possible and with time I would reload for the caliber. I rarely purchase new guns so I would like to look at a used market unless there is a consensus that for heavier calibers it is preferred to have some sort of manufacturer’s warranty. My initial impressions from some research I have done brought me to look closer at the .416 Rigby caliber. However, some people whom I have spoken with say that this is overkill and suggested alternative calibers such as 300 Win Mag. Though when I did some research it seemed there were some articles and opinions which lend that it 300 win mag is an adequate caliber but not preferred. Whereas I have been able to find no such opinions on the 416 Rigby.
Could you please provide your thoughts on calibers and rifles?
I value everyone's opinion and look forward to learning. Thank you in advance!