I'm kinda new to rifles and I'm planing on buying rifle this summer. Already getting a 22lr but i also want to get a rifle in a bigger caliber to take out once in a while for target shooting. I'm stuck on an FID right now (age restriction) but i need some advice on what are some good target rifles that are reasonable price less than $700 would be ideal
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- Thread starter Lunokhod
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SJan
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Most people will suggest a used Remington 700.
And that is great advice, but if you are like me and prefer buying new, the savage axis (formally edge) line of rifles are a great buy. Available in a package with a mounted scope well under your budget price, leaving money to spare for ammo, and even a reloading setup.
And that is great advice, but if you are like me and prefer buying new, the savage axis (formally edge) line of rifles are a great buy. Available in a package with a mounted scope well under your budget price, leaving money to spare for ammo, and even a reloading setup.
you can find a good quality rifle for that price but will go ver budget when you go for a solid optic. look for a good used package from a reputable dealer and if you find something that interests you but your unsure, post the info here and you will find help. i have a browning 270wsm that is a great rifle out of the box and shoots tighter and further than i can hold steady for.
.308 rounds can be on the expensive side, go for something like a .223 if money is a concern.
I have a Savage 10FP in .308 so I'm a bit biased, but I love it. Savages have accutriggers which are pretty sweet, the company is awesome (practically rebuilt the gun for free), and I think it's easily on par with the 700 for a fair amount cheaper. Just be aware when you start to head down this road that a large chunk of money should be set aside for your scope.
jeffC
NES Member
For under $700, these days you can buy the Rem 700 SPS brand new at [STRIKE]some[/STRIKE] most places. Just got mine and couldnt be happier with it. Paid $640 for my Remington 700 SPS tactical in .308
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Jose
40 caliber
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jeffC
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Yes, That.... or Waynes Weaponry in West Boylston is where i got mine, $40 dollars more, but would have spent that on gas for the trip for FS.
ETA: Waynes DID have to order mine though, took 5 days to come in. Worth the wait IMO
I second this. My father didn't let me use a scope for the first five years I shot rifles. Got pretty darned accurate even at 100 yards, and I was only around 10 yrs old at the time.
You may have shot rifles in the past but never limit yourself by thinking you're a pro at any point, on any topic. There's always more to learn and always more potential practice to become better. I remember letting a younger NESer (who shall remain nameless) shoot our Savage 10FP at tannerite about the size of a playing card at 100yrds. After I said he could use our ammo his exact quote was "it'll only take one shot". I proceeded to watch him fire 30+ rounds at it before giving up. I happened to get it in the first shot, but I'm sure it was all luck
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I'm also kinda a noob when it comes to firsthand experience with longarms. I've had my .22 rifle for a little over 2 years, scooting in limited range time when I have some spare time and change for a couple boxes of .22.
I know how tempting it is to go out and buy a nice big 308 or similar caliber, but for now find a good .22, a sling, and a bunch of ammo and practice the foundations like sight alignment, stance, breathing, cheek weld, ect. Preferably find someone who's experienced to shoot with that can help correct your skills.
When I first started looking at my first rifle ( no prior shooting experience save for an airsoft M14 that introduced me to the glory of Aperture Sights ) I had 50$ and wasn't getting any money soon. A EddieCoyle, a forum member here very generously gifted me an old JC Higgins .22 . I'm slowly getting better plinking at soda cans and milk jugs Anyway my point is that your "less than 700$" means you have enough money for a mid-upper tier .22 rifle, optics if you desire, a quality sling, and a good amount of ammo with money left over. What you need right now is practice, and you can practice more with a .22 .Once you've handled some more longarms, gotten your
However, if you simply MUST have a centerfire rifle, I understand the desire. Depending on how much you wanna spend, you could get a Mosin Nagant or "Nugget" for 70 bucks and and a crate of 500 rounds of ammo for another 70.
I know how tempting it is to go out and buy a nice big 308 or similar caliber, but for now find a good .22, a sling, and a bunch of ammo and practice the foundations like sight alignment, stance, breathing, cheek weld, ect. Preferably find someone who's experienced to shoot with that can help correct your skills.
When I first started looking at my first rifle ( no prior shooting experience save for an airsoft M14 that introduced me to the glory of Aperture Sights ) I had 50$ and wasn't getting any money soon. A EddieCoyle, a forum member here very generously gifted me an old JC Higgins .22 . I'm slowly getting better plinking at soda cans and milk jugs Anyway my point is that your "less than 700$" means you have enough money for a mid-upper tier .22 rifle, optics if you desire, a quality sling, and a good amount of ammo with money left over. What you need right now is practice, and you can practice more with a .22 .Once you've handled some more longarms, gotten your
However, if you simply MUST have a centerfire rifle, I understand the desire. Depending on how much you wanna spend, you could get a Mosin Nagant or "Nugget" for 70 bucks and and a crate of 500 rounds of ammo for another 70.
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Jose
QFTMFT
I have heard nothing but good about savages and remington 700's. My choice would be a Savage .223.
I would suggest is to ask someone at your club, if they would let you try them. It will make your decision much easier.
I would suggest is to ask someone at your club, if they would let you try them. It will make your decision much easier.
