I have many rifles, way too many actually, but in your situation I'd be looking at either a SS M77 or a SS Vanguard. Both are rugged. Both are inexpensive. Both will shoot well enough to handle any game to any range a 30/06 is appropriate for. Good Luck and let us know what you end up with.


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