Between the X Bolt speed, the Remmy AWR, and the Win 70 EW, which do you guys see as the better buy? Splitting hairs? Any you would stay away from?
Never owned an X-Bolt, so I'll remain silent on that one.
My Remington experience is limited to several thousand rounds through the M-24, a 600, a Model 7 Scout rifle, (all in 308) plus one M-700 in 7 RM that I inherited and haven't shot much. All are good choices if you don't need CRF. Read reviews on the Grayboe stock before you buy an AWR, though.
Rugers are nice and not super expensive.
Tikkas are a superb value but I can't abide a detachable magazine on a bolt-action rifle.
I grew up on Model 70's so that's my choice. I don't like fluted barrels. MOA triggers, or HS Precision stocks, but plenty of other smart folks like the EW and it is the best way to get a stainless M-70 these days.
Okie John
