LR-308 vs. Remington R-25?

[MarkCO]

Having actually hunted with just about everything over the years...its depends. I shot 2 deer with my 18" barreled AR-10 (Which is specifically an Armalite) and scoped it was just at 9 pounds. My .338-06 scoped is a Weatherby Ultralight and is 6 1/2 pounds...there is a LOT of difference. I would not hesitate the go with the Remington if that is the one you like, they have excellent customer service.

Forward assist is COMPLETELY useless on a hunting rifle. The dust cover is not a big deal, but could keep snow and dirt out of the upper. It can be closed with a round chamnbered and flips open when the gun is fired or manually unloaded.

[Outpost37]

Forward assist is COMPLETELY useless on a hunting rifle. The dust cover is not a big deal, but could keep snow and dirt out of the upper.

Thanks, that's the kind of info I'm looking for. So far , haven't heard any strong opinions pro or con about the Remington so I'm leaning pretty far in that direction. Gonna decide in the next couple of weeks, probably.

[Marine24]

Outpost37,

No practical experience with the Remington, but I've had a couple of LR-308. One with a 24" barrel that is only suited for hauling from your truck directly to a bench and one with a 16" barrel. With a 3-9x36 compact scope and a full 19 round magazine, the 16" LR-308 comes in at 11lbs 7 oz. Since you are limited to a five round magazine for hunting, the weight will be less but not sure by how much.

Whether a rifle that heavy is a practical weapon to be used for hunting depends on the style of hunting. If you are in a stand, blind or similar fixed position, I think it is very appropriate. If you are spotting and stalking with the rifle at the ready/high port, it will be tough particularly at altitude.

Agree with MarkCO on the utility of the forward assist. Has its place on the battlefield, but not necessary in a hunting application.

Dust cover is a good feature if you use it. Most folks forget to close it (me included), so it doesn't serve the purpose it was designed for but I'm a traditionalist and wouldn't by an AR without one.

Bottom line is neither are must haves.

[BigBear]

Bottom line: Get both! <--- Can't believe that hasn't been said yet! lol

[Marine24]

Now there is some valuable wisdom

[OgenRwot]

If you're looking to get a good 308 in the AR platform you're gonna need to spend some serious coin. Look into Armalite. From what I've seen and heard from friends that have had DPMS 308s is that they are jam-o-matics.