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2015 Maine Moose Hunt Rifle
Russell:
I am pleased to say that after 15 years of trying I have finally been selected for the 2015 Maine Moose Hunt.
I want to purchase a new hunting rifle for this hunt. I have a budget of 1,000 dollars. This budget will include the firearm, scope and mounts.
Because this rifle will be used for hunting I will have to carry it for great distances so weight is going to be a concern. Although most shots while hunting in my area are within 100 yards I would like to be able to accurately shoot out to 300 yds at the range.
Summary:
Looking For New Hunting Rifle
Hunting Large Game (Moose, Deer)
Budget 1,000 dollars All Inclusive
Needs to be Light Weight
Accurate to 300+ yds
Need Suggestions, Caliber, Brand etc...
Please share any reviews (Good or Bad) you have on big game hunting rifles you own...
Thanks Guys
Russell:
Tikka T3 Lite Bolt Action
This is currently on the top of my list. Possibly with a Zeiss Scope and Tally Mounts.
Any opinions on this gun?
Dawg25385:
Others will chime in with more hunting experience than me, but if i was in the same spot right now, I'd buy a Savage model 16 in 300 win mag (approx $700) and a Vortex Viper 3x9 (approx 300)...
I have the Savage 16 in 308, really like it. I have a Nikon Monarch 4-12 with the BDC reticle that i haven't mounted yet. But i'm blind as a bat and need a little extra power.
Big fan of the Vortex glass tho. I have the Viper HD 65 mm spotter and it's superb.
BobbyB:
--- Quote from: Russell on June 25, 2015, 10:20:11 AM ---Because this rifle will be used for hunting I will have to carry it for great distances so weight is going to be a concern. Although most shots while hunting in my area are within 100 yards I would like to be able to accurately shoot out to 300 yds at the range.
Summary:
Looking For New Hunting Rifle
Hunting Large Game (Moose, Deer)
Budget 1,000 dollars All Inclusive
Needs to be Light Weight
Accurate to 300+ yds
Need Suggestions, Caliber, Brand etc...
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--- Quote from: Russell on June 25, 2015, 10:25:08 AM ---Tikka T3 Lite Bolt Action
This is currently on the top of my list. Possibly with a Zeiss Scope and Tally Mounts.
Any opinions on this gun?
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Congrats on getting selected to go on the hunt. 15 years is a long time to wait, so good luck.
The Tikka is nice, it IS light, so it'll be easy to pack in, around, and out on your hunt. But due to it being light there will be "considerable" recoil if you go with a bigger caliber, such as 7mm Mag or 300 WM, 300 WSM. I've seen people shoot them, and after a couple shots, they are flinching bad due to recoil, but that's probably also just them.
As for budget, I'm sure you can find a Remington 700 in 30-06, 7mmMag, 300 WM that includes a scope for sale that will keep you under budget. For scopes, Nikon is a good scope for little money, and for 100-300 yards it would be a good choice. Again the rifle and scope are really dependent on what you can find in your area.
Have you checked any of the online places or gun shows to see if you can find a scope or rifle that is lightly used? You might be able to get both plus some extra's for under your budget. Or even some for sale in your surrounding area? I don't think most people wouldn't allow you to test fire a rifle they are trying to sell if you provide the ammo.
--- Quote from: Dawg25385 on June 25, 2015, 10:59:06 AM ---Others will chime in with more hunting experience than me, but if i was in the same spot right now, I'd buy a Savage model 16 in 300 win mag (approx $700) and a Vortex Viper 3x9 (approx 300)...
I have the Savage 16 in 308, really like it. I have a Nikon Monarch 4-12 with the BDC reticle that i haven't mounted yet. But i'm blind as a bat and need a little extra power.
Big fan of the Vortex glass tho. I have the Viper HD 65 mm spotter and it's superb.
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This is a great suggestion.
Flyin6:
OK,
Was thinking about this
One time offer
My 1982 Remington 700BDL in .300WM with a german (bought it in Germany) Yager 4X12 scope with 56mm front lens and low light reticle for $1000
Or
My Remington 1982 700BDL .264WM with the same scope, same price
Or both for $2000, well, $1999.99 (I'll discount for quantity purchase!)
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