As someone who is looking forward to hunting in retirement (not quite yet), I've been researching gun choices on the Internet. I so far have 3 favorites that I think will cover everything I would need.
Note that I have never hunted before, but I do think I'm a pretty good researcher. Nevertheless, there is no substitute for actual experience. Hence this thread.
Here are my favorite choices so far:
1) Savage 11 Trophy Hunter XP Package in .308 Win. Comes equipped with a Nikon 3-9X40 scope out of the box. Seems like a sweet deal for $580 and reviews are very positive.
2) Mossberg's new 835 Ulti-Mag Turkey/Waterfowl Combo in 12 ga.. Comes with 2 interchangeable barrels --- 24" full choke for turkey and 28" "Accu-Mag Set" choke (whatever that means) for waterfowl.
3) Marlin 336C in 30-30. For wild hogs.
Note, I already have .22LR rifle for varmint control.
It seems to me that would cover the entire spectrum at very reasonable prices.
Opinions and advice appreciated. What are your thoughts?
Note that I have never hunted before, but I do think I'm a pretty good researcher. Nevertheless, there is no substitute for actual experience. Hence this thread.
Here are my favorite choices so far:
1) Savage 11 Trophy Hunter XP Package in .308 Win. Comes equipped with a Nikon 3-9X40 scope out of the box. Seems like a sweet deal for $580 and reviews are very positive.
2) Mossberg's new 835 Ulti-Mag Turkey/Waterfowl Combo in 12 ga.. Comes with 2 interchangeable barrels --- 24" full choke for turkey and 28" "Accu-Mag Set" choke (whatever that means) for waterfowl.
3) Marlin 336C in 30-30. For wild hogs.
Note, I already have .22LR rifle for varmint control.
It seems to me that would cover the entire spectrum at very reasonable prices.
Opinions and advice appreciated. What are your thoughts?
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