VydorScope
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I read through I bunch of old threads and most of them seem to talk about first rifles that are above my budget. So I am doing the newbie thing and starting a "which gun should buy" thread.
I own a few different guns, but not a hunting rifle. After reading the various wars on caliber I am pretty sure I am going to get a 30-06. I have a .223 and .22 so want something a bit bigger. I did consider the 7mm but checking the stores around me 30-06 ammo is much easier to get a hold of, so I am leaning towards it. I go back and forth on that though.
BUT here is the hard part, I am looking for the scope and gun under $400. Seems like the Remington 783 fits that bill. I was in a local gun shop and they have it for $338. They also have a used 770 for $325, but not sure why I would ever buy a used 770 for almost the same price as a 783?
As for what I plan to use it for, well most of the shooting will be done at the range. I am not a big hunter - but my son is (or rather wants to be). So it will go with him when he goes deer hunting with some family friends. Personally, I enjoy target shooting (hence the 223) more than hunting. I bought a 20g for him to turkey hunt with when he was a bit younger, but he is getting big enough to handle a 12g or 30-06 without concern.
So, in the sub-$400 range, looking at a 30-06 in bolt action, what would be a wise choice? I like the Remmington 783 package, but I have not actually had my hands on one yet. Every store is "can order and have in a couple days" so far. Any advice? Thanks!
I own a few different guns, but not a hunting rifle. After reading the various wars on caliber I am pretty sure I am going to get a 30-06. I have a .223 and .22 so want something a bit bigger. I did consider the 7mm but checking the stores around me 30-06 ammo is much easier to get a hold of, so I am leaning towards it. I go back and forth on that though.
BUT here is the hard part, I am looking for the scope and gun under $400. Seems like the Remington 783 fits that bill. I was in a local gun shop and they have it for $338. They also have a used 770 for $325, but not sure why I would ever buy a used 770 for almost the same price as a 783?
As for what I plan to use it for, well most of the shooting will be done at the range. I am not a big hunter - but my son is (or rather wants to be). So it will go with him when he goes deer hunting with some family friends. Personally, I enjoy target shooting (hence the 223) more than hunting. I bought a 20g for him to turkey hunt with when he was a bit younger, but he is getting big enough to handle a 12g or 30-06 without concern.
So, in the sub-$400 range, looking at a 30-06 in bolt action, what would be a wise choice? I like the Remmington 783 package, but I have not actually had my hands on one yet. Every store is "can order and have in a couple days" so far. Any advice? Thanks!