Decent BUDGET 30-06..... Any Ideas???

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08-31-2010, 08:51
roksoldier1

Decent BUDGET 30-06..... Any Ideas???

I am in the market for a good, 30-06 rifle and am also on a budget. I am not looking to spend much over $500. I have found a few used ones, but either they are in bad shape or are very basic. I know that is what Im going to get for the money. I guess the real question is, are Savage Arms rifles any good. Are they reliable, do they shoot straight and are they overall a decent gun for the money. I am looking at a new one for $500 or less with a scope. Nothing fancy, but Im not an avid hunter either. I also looked and a 700 ADL in great shape, but everyone told me (even 2 gunsmiths) that $500 is too much. I need to pay around $400 for it. But, the guy wont budge, so I have to look elsewhere. Also, I have an almost new XDM 40 with extras if anyone is interested in a trade or partial trade and a little, I mean a little cash for a 30-06. If savage is the way to go, any ideas on which model? Are there any other makers out there that I havent hear about that I should look into? Thanks in advance guys.
08-31-2010, 09:08
Marlin

Check into the Savage XL111 package. ( Not 100% sure on the letters. But the 111 is correct.)

Basicly a Savage 110 with a scope. Even though the scope isn't the greatest, it is adequate.

Check the Big 5 ad, I think they have a sale on them about every other week this time of year.

I had one in .300WM. Solidly built rifle.
08-31-2010, 10:59
henpecked

http://www.cologunmarket.com/mkt/tem...n_minipost.gifPosted: Tue Aug 31, 2010 9:16 am Ad subject: Savage 110 30.06 and Remington 700 .270http://www.cologunmarket.com/mkt/tem...icon_quote.gif Savage is wood stock/blued. Stock has a few very minor small surface scratches 92% condition. The metal work is almost perfect 98%. This rife comes with a new Simmons 3-9 X 50 scope cost $65. Price is only $299
The Remington 700 was sold, then the buyer backed out. It is a 700 in .270 in almost new condition, shot only a dozen or so rounds. Comes with a Tasco (Japan) 3-9 X 20 scope. $399 robandmandy1@netzero.com

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08-31-2010, 16:43
SA Friday

Hell, I have a older Ruger M77 Mk II SS with older style composite stock topped with a Redfield 3-9x40 that I would sell you for $500, and give you the .5 MOA reloads I have for it. It's been hunted (scratches on stock and oxidization on the scope) and has about 500 rnds through it, but it shoots straight (have targets to prove it), and is super light to carry.

Let me know. seanmyhre@rocketmail.com
09-01-2010, 07:28
roksoldier1

Which One Should I go With?????

I have narrowed it down to 3 rifles. They are all on sale and what I think is a good price.

1. Savage Edge with Camo Stock, Scope, and Matte Finish Barrel in 30-06$379
2. Remington 700 ADL Heavy Barrel Varmit with Camo Stock, Scope and Matte Finish Barrel in 308 $499
3. Remington 700 ADL with Camo Stock, Scope and Matte Finish Barrel in 30-06 $450

All are new in box. Which is a better deal? I am looking for a good all around, mulit purpose rifle.
09-03-2010, 23:00
hollohas

I am in the market for a basic, inexpensive big game rifle as well. All 3 you mentioned are on my list and I am also considering the Weatherby Vanguard which runs about $450 without scope. I'm curious to hear what you choose and how you like it.
09-03-2010, 23:02
hollohas

Quote:

Originally Posted by roksoldier1

I have narrowed it down to 3 rifles. They are all on sale and what I think is a good price.

1. Savage Edge with Camo Stock, Scope, and Matte Finish Barrel in 30-06$379
2. Remington 700 ADL Heavy Barrel Varmit with Camo Stock, Scope and Matte Finish Barrel in 308 $499
3. Remington 700 ADL with Camo Stock, Scope and Matte Finish Barrel in 30-06 $450

All are new in box. Which is a better deal? I am looking for a good all around, mulit purpose rifle.

Sports Authority has a black synthetic stock 30-06 Savage Edge with scope for $299...FYI.
09-04-2010, 10:42
nogaroheli

FWIW I was looking at the Savages, but fell in love with the Tikka T3 when I held it, super comfy, light and a bolt that's smooth as butter. Tikka is the inexpensive line of Sako, like Toyota and Lexus. Sports Authority has them on sale frequently for just over $400.
If you go the Savage route you should try and get one with the accutrigger. Good luck!
09-14-2010, 09:32
losttrail

None of these are for sale, just providing some info.

I have a Rem 700 ADL in .30-06 with a Cabela's Alaskan Guide 3.5-10x50 that shoots <1" groups of 5 at 100 yards.

I recently acquired in a trade, a Howa 1500 in .308 Win and mounted the old rifles Bushnell Elite 3200 3-9x50.

AMAZING!

7 shots @ 100 yards hidden by a quarter!

Since, as I understand it, Howa and Weatherby Vanguards are made in the same factory, and they are both around $400 without scope, I will be getting a few more of either Howa or Vanguards.

Back when the Co Spgs Sports Authority on N Academy was still Gart's, I got a Win 70 Black Shadow in .270 Win for $310 on closeout. Another tac driver.

Also have my Rem 700 BDL in .243 that my grandparents gave me for my 12th b-day. On a good day, I can make 10 shots share the same hole that looks like a 12 ga slug hole.

I think any of they choices you have will serve you well.
09-14-2010, 21:14
t-slice

Can't go wrong with a savage 110
09-17-2010, 13:18
hollohas

I picked up a TC Venture for $399 on sale at Sports Authority and TC is also running a $50 rebate, so it will end up being $350 without a scope.

I played with the Savages (non-accutrigger) and the Weatherbys but the TC had the best trigger by far and it is also adjustable. The TC doesn't come with a proof target like the Weatherby but the Venture is guaranteed to shoot MOA which is better than this operator.

I would rather buy from a gun store but none of them could beat the $399 price tag so Sports Authority got my money.

Off to the range this weekend to try it out...
09-21-2010, 13:44
hollohas

As promised, an update on the performance of my new budget 30-06, TC Venture. 3-shot group size at 200-yards averaged about 1-3/4” from a sandbag rest at the bench. I am by no means a great marksman, so I am thrilled with that! Picture of my best 1-1/2” group below.

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09-21-2010, 19:41
rammit

Quote:

Originally Posted by t-slice

Can't go wrong with a savage 110

Yep got mine for 250$ in 30-06 with the tasco deerfield, isnt a long range tati-cool sniper rifle but for 3-400 yard shots and youve got about 2 feet of a kill zone it does the trick.