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Rifle Recommendations #3551683
12/11/21 12:30 PM
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Decatur, AL
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coop Offline OP
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I have several rifles already, but I’d like a .308.

What do guys recommend for a great .308 bolt action?

Thanks!

Re: Rifle Recommendations [Re: coop] #3551696
12/11/21 12:38 PM
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NE AL
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Tikka t3x would be my recommendation . Shoots tiny groups very accurate for a factory rifle

Re: Rifle Recommendations [Re: coop] #3551700
12/11/21 12:41 PM
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Look through the favorites thread. Pick a model others give favorable reviews to.

What’s important to you?
A Woodstock?
Weight?
Stainless?
Price range?
Detachable mag?

Hard to make a solid recommendation when we don’t even have a price range to go by.

I love my Abolt 270. A 308 just like it is a wish list item of mine. That being said, I have a new Kimber 84m (6.5) I shot yesterday. I wouldn’t recommend it in a 308 due to recoil. It’s a light rifle, and if you bought it in 308 I think it’d thump pretty good. Trigger is good, seems to shoot ok. Heavier rifles are easier to hold on target for sure.

I hear a lot of good things about the Tikka.

Maybe an X Bolt medallion would be nice?

Those Ruger Hawkeyes sure look nice if you can afford one.

Re: Rifle Recommendations [Re: coop] #3551999
12/11/21 07:57 PM
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Ruger m77 compact 308 lol

Last edited by BPI; 12/11/21 07:57 PM.
Re: Rifle Recommendations [Re: coop] #3552017
12/11/21 08:22 PM
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Fairhope, AL
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Christensen Ridgeline with 18" barrel Love this thing. Paired up with Hornady custom sst 150gr havent had a beer or pig run this year or last.

Re: Rifle Recommendations [Re: coop] #3552027
12/11/21 08:38 PM
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Jasper, AL
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Depends on use. Woods, plots or cutovers?

Re: Rifle Recommendations [Re: coop] #3552033
12/11/21 08:44 PM
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I second the Tikka T3x. I have the veil wideland. Awesome weapon! Shoots lights out!!


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Re: Rifle Recommendations [Re: coop] #3552075
12/11/21 09:23 PM
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There’s a lot of great guns out there and pretty much any make and model offer a .308.

I’ve got several fairly nice guns, but I picked up a howa 4 years ago and for some reason that’s the one I hunt with 99% of the time since then. It’s a great option for a reasonable price.

Re: Rifle Recommendations [Re: coop] #3552076
12/11/21 09:24 PM
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Bergara B14 feels better than tikka and they shoot great.
Christensen mesas are also great rifles.

Re: Rifle Recommendations [Re: coop] #3552082
12/11/21 09:28 PM
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All depends on budget imo


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Re: Rifle Recommendations [Re: coop] #3552097
12/11/21 09:52 PM
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Mobile,AL/ Baldwin, Al
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Tikka T-3

Re: Rifle Recommendations [Re: coop] #3552256
12/12/21 07:44 AM
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Kimber 84M Hunter

3 position safety, detachable flush magazine, very light weight

Re: Rifle Recommendations [Re: coop] #3552349
12/12/21 09:50 AM
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North Alabama
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I had my new Bergara premiere approach out at the range yesterday, and it did really well. The only thing is that the magazine feed was a little finicky. It does not have a detachable magazine, so that is the only thing I would change. Other than that I think it's going to be a great shooter.


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Re: Rifle Recommendations [Re: Hammertime7v2] #3552352
12/12/21 09:51 AM
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North Alabama
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If you are looking to stay at a lower price point then Ruger Hawkeye or Tika


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Re: Rifle Recommendations [Re: coop] #3552359
12/12/21 09:57 AM
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Springville
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I have a Springfield Waypoint in 308 and it’s a great shooting gun,, also have Christensen Arms and Bergaras in different calibers and they all shot great, you will have to see what fits and feels good for you,

Re: Rifle Recommendations [Re: coop] #3552418
12/12/21 11:07 AM
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Missouri
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Winchester Model 70 Extreme Weather SS


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Re: Rifle Recommendations [Re: coop] #3552553
12/12/21 02:24 PM
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Bergara b14 ridge

Re: Rifle Recommendations [Re: UncleHuck] #3552562
12/12/21 02:36 PM
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Originally Posted by UncleHuck

Kimber 84M Hunter

3 position safety, detachable flush magazine, very light weight


They are light…..
I find mine harder to shoot than a heavier rifle.

Re: Rifle Recommendations [Re: coop] #3552634
12/12/21 04:02 PM
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North AL
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I believe if I were looking for a new bolt action 308 to hunt with, I would look hard at a Bergara or Browning X Bolt.

That said, I've never had a Savage that was disappointing in the accuracy department and would also give them a serious consideration if looking to spend a bit less money.

Re: Rifle Recommendations [Re: coop] #3552671
12/12/21 04:50 PM
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For a budget rifle, Winchester XPR is a fine choice.


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