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any one really better then the other as far as hunting rifles go. pros and cons????
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Depends on who you ask. I like Winchester, others like the other 2. I have a Model 70 SS Classic with that sysnthetic stock you asked about and it has worked very well for me. I've considered putting a McMillan on it, but it's pretty accurate the way it is.
I also used a Remington chambered in 300 Weatherby for years and never had any problems with it. I really like the new Ruger Hawkeyes and will probably buy one down the road. I'm just waiting on the new Model 70's. If they don't pan out, I'll buy the Ruger.
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reason i am asking is tomorrow i am going to look at a rifle a guy put on consignment at a shop. and just sold my Mod 70 300wsm, planning on buying a new Rem 700 CDL. but the guy said he would sell me the gun with a Burris 6X HBR scope all for 600. looked online and the scope new is a bit over 300. No the ideal scope for big game hunting. but i could probly sell the scope and buy or trade for another one. The rifle has around 300 rds down the tube,30-06 a trigger job, bedded in the tupperware stock. muzzle break (dont like them) but says that he got great accuracy 3 shots covered by a dime FWIW. says the manual says something about the return of the (Pre 64 action) just trying to get feed back
thanks JBabcock
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Own all 3, prefer the Rugers most...but really like the Model 7 and will probably end up with a few more before I'm done. IMO Ruger is the better value when buying new.
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I've got all three and more. It really comes down to personal fit and feel and only you can decide that.
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I prefer Remmys for 30 cal and under and CRF M-70s for above 30 cal. I like Rugers the least of the three. However, that has no bearing on which is really "better"............
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Ruger gets my vote. The new Hawkeyes are very nice with greatly improved triggers. Nothing wrong with the other two just prefer Ruger as they have always served me well. I suppose how the rifle feels to a person would have alot to do with it.
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I own both Remington M700's (2) and Ruger M77/M77 MKII's (lost count) and like them both. Took an antelope last saturday with my Rem .308 Win and plan to hunt elk in a few weeks with my Rem m.30-06. (Trying to eliminate the virgins in the safe.)
As to the scope, I would pass on the Burris 6x for $300. I just purchased a Burris Fullfield II 4.5-14x with Ballistic Plex reticle for $259 on Ebay on a "buy now" price. This scope went on my Rem .30-06. Most of my Burris scopes are 3x9 with Ballistic Plex reticles and they are available for considerably less (around $150).
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No, I'm not a Ruger bigot - just an unabashed fan of their revolvers, M77's and #1's.
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I rank them
1 M70
2 Rem 700
3 M77
but that's just me. BTW, I like all 3.
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I much prefer the M70 Classic or pre 64 type actions and not the Remington. Nor would I go near a 'bedded' rifle with a muzzle brake.
Why did you sell the M70?
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Why did you sell the M70?
ya, heck you do that for?
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I like the Rugers although I have owned Rem 700s before.
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Nor would I go near a 'bedded' rifle Savage, what have you got against bedding? I like M70's made before about 2003, also like old Ruger tang safety models. Of the new guns on the shelf now, I would buy a Rem 700.
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I think Ruger has the most bang for the buck and does build a nice rifle. The new 700CDL is one of Remingtons nicest rifle ever built, although a bit pricey. Winchester M70's in the featherweight model are a favorite of mine, but I must say the quality got a bit shoddy towards the end. dan
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I have a Rem 700 SS in 06. I'll never sell it.
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While I only have Rem 700s(bolts)... I have never had a bad one, which is why I have had so many
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while i think it is common knowledge that remington has and continues to outsell every other bolt action big game rifle, i read that ruger outsold winchester buy 230k units in 2005-2006. if that is true, from strictly a "popularity contest" standpoint, one would get the rem first, then ruger, and lastly winchester. i've owned several m70's, but won't be buying another (one i purchased around 2003/4/5 had the barrel screwed into the receiver at an angle). no one really knows how the fn south carolina m70's are going to turn out. i use a mk2 as my primary hunting rifle, and a ss m700 as an alternate. i think both are fine, functional, and dependable rifles. ymmv
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I prefer Rugers to any other manufacture. This isn't a stab at the others, but Ruger makes a rifle just the way I want it.
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I prefer CRF Model 70's. Although I own more 700's. The I plan on getting a Hawkeye soon. They all are really great rifles and should serve you fine forever. It's really just down to personal preferences, looks, action, chamberings offered, price, etc.
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While I only have Rem 700s(bolts)... I have never had a bad one, which is why I have had so many My experience also. The Remington 700 has always 'felt' better in my hands, and I've never encountered any kind of malfunction with one. Just my preference. Have fun shopping and good luck to you on whatever you choose.
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