Helping Picking A Rifle
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Here's another choice: Weatherby Vanguard, .30-06. They come in synthetic and wood stocks for between $550-$650. I'd even be pleased to receive one, and I'm very fussy about guns (don't own a Vanguard either).
http://www.championfirearms.com/Weatherby-Vanguard-Series-2-Sporter-30-06-p/vdt306sr4o.htm
I don't recommend this particular vendor, just happened to find them on the Net, but there's a good representation of the rifles and prices to be expected in other stores.
http://www.championfirearms.com/Weatherby-Vanguard-Series-2-Sporter-30-06-p/vdt306sr4o.htm
I don't recommend this particular vendor, just happened to find them on the Net, but there's a good representation of the rifles and prices to be expected in other stores.
seeker_two
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Firearms are a personal thing....I'd suggest taking him on a "shopping spree" and let him pick the rifles he likes.
Also, I wouldn't just focus on bolt-action rifles. One can find great deals on lever-action rifles in .30-30, .44 Magnum, and .357 Magnum that make great deer guns....and .22lr leverguns are plentiful and fun!
Also, I wouldn't just focus on bolt-action rifles. One can find great deals on lever-action rifles in .30-30, .44 Magnum, and .357 Magnum that make great deer guns....and .22lr leverguns are plentiful and fun!
You are a great wife. . .<bowing down out of respect>
As to guns. . .What kind of husband is your husband?
Techy - Always looking for the new best thing.
Utilitarian - Has nice stuff, but nice means it takes hard use well.
Fancy - Likes pretty things and is willing to work extra hard to keep them that way.
Bester - Always wants the best of the best. . .usually too much internet time!
I will assume he is like me, but if he's different, PM me or post details here.
First, every regular rifle needs a scope, IMO.
Hunting Rifle - Savage 14 or 114 in 30'06
This is a super rifle and has good looking wood too. It would appropriate for most hunting, but they also make a basic wood model and a black synthetic model.
Weaver K 6x38
22 rifle - Savage Mark II BV
Nikon P-22 2-7x32
As to guns. . .What kind of husband is your husband?
Techy - Always looking for the new best thing.
Utilitarian - Has nice stuff, but nice means it takes hard use well.
Fancy - Likes pretty things and is willing to work extra hard to keep them that way.
Bester - Always wants the best of the best. . .usually too much internet time!
I will assume he is like me, but if he's different, PM me or post details here.
First, every regular rifle needs a scope, IMO.
Hunting Rifle - Savage 14 or 114 in 30'06
This is a super rifle and has good looking wood too. It would appropriate for most hunting, but they also make a basic wood model and a black synthetic model.
Weaver K 6x38
22 rifle - Savage Mark II BV
Nikon P-22 2-7x32
Carry_24/7
New member
I just bought the Ruger American 30-06 and put a Redfield scope on it. It's overall the best deal I ever made on a rifle.
It operates and shoots wonderfully, "for the price" blows the savages and Remington's away. It is an economy rifle though, nothing fancy...just well designed nuts and bolts.
It operates and shoots wonderfully, "for the price" blows the savages and Remington's away. It is an economy rifle though, nothing fancy...just well designed nuts and bolts.
You could also ask the friends he has gone shooting with, if he had a favorite borrowed rifle.
Probably the safest bet in the world for a .22 rifle is (as has been mentioned a few times) is the Ruger 10/22.
There is probably someone out there that doesn't like them, but I have never met them.
Joe Chicago
New member
Rather than spend $400-$500 on each, let's start with a total budget of $800-$1000 for both and plan on spending more on the deer rifle than the rimfire. Are you trying to find a .22 that is sized like a deer rifle and intended for low-cost practice for deer season? If so that will narrow your options considerably. If not, you would do very well with bolt action offerings from Savage, Marlin and CZ.
If your husband would like a serviceable bolt action deer rifle that is accurate, but not too expensive, you should consider the Savage 11/111, Weatherby Vanguard S2 and Tikka T3. These will range in price from $450 - $650 depending on which model you select and whether you get it in stainless steel. I have read reviews that praise the new Ruger American's accuracy, but they do not seem to be as well made as the rifles listed. I have also read good reviews on the Marlin X7. The new FN made 'Winchester' 70s are beautiful, but too expensive for your budget. Remington is having some quality control issues of late so you may want to avoid M700s and M7s. All this said, Seeker is right in that shooters prefer the fit and feel of a particular rifle over others and you may be well served taking your hubby out to handle rifles. Maybe you could get some intel from one of his shooting buddies about what he covets?
Unless your husband reloads, I recommend that you buy a rifle chambered in a common caliber like .308, 30-06 or .270. Your husband will always be able to find ammo for these calibers at a reasonable price from multiple manufacturers in a myriad of bullet types and weights. Avoid less popular and former wildcat chamberings. A box of 7mm-08 (when you can find it) costs around $29/20 while a box of the same ammo in .308 costs $19/20 full retail and as low as $15 on sale.
On a final note, do you have a single sister who is as considerate and generous as you? Or do you have a sister who is married to a guy the family does not like?
If your husband would like a serviceable bolt action deer rifle that is accurate, but not too expensive, you should consider the Savage 11/111, Weatherby Vanguard S2 and Tikka T3. These will range in price from $450 - $650 depending on which model you select and whether you get it in stainless steel. I have read reviews that praise the new Ruger American's accuracy, but they do not seem to be as well made as the rifles listed. I have also read good reviews on the Marlin X7. The new FN made 'Winchester' 70s are beautiful, but too expensive for your budget. Remington is having some quality control issues of late so you may want to avoid M700s and M7s. All this said, Seeker is right in that shooters prefer the fit and feel of a particular rifle over others and you may be well served taking your hubby out to handle rifles. Maybe you could get some intel from one of his shooting buddies about what he covets?
Unless your husband reloads, I recommend that you buy a rifle chambered in a common caliber like .308, 30-06 or .270. Your husband will always be able to find ammo for these calibers at a reasonable price from multiple manufacturers in a myriad of bullet types and weights. Avoid less popular and former wildcat chamberings. A box of 7mm-08 (when you can find it) costs around $29/20 while a box of the same ammo in .308 costs $19/20 full retail and as low as $15 on sale.
On a final note, do you have a single sister who is as considerate and generous as you? Or do you have a sister who is married to a guy the family does not like?
I hope you're still around... I'd like to go a step further, and don't buy him anything yet. Give him two "gift certificates" Every gun feels different. There's straight stocks, and pistol grip stocks. Let him take you to the store, shoulder some and decide what stock he likes, and he can then turn in the certificates to you.