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I really like the .280 caliber and recently passed on my Browning Stainless Stalker. I am a reloader and I guess I am looking for some testimonies from this vast pool of experience. I can probably swing 7-800$ and kept my 3.5-10X Conquest scope to mount on it. Whats out there in .280 besides a Browning SS that you would reccommend? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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In a right hand rifle just about all make chamber the 280. The Ruger is a sweet little rifle. My nephew just got one. I am partial to Rugers though. Some here arn't. MHO
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There's a 700 Mnt rifle in .280 at a local shop.
Older model with walnut and floorplate.
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New or used? Price? Is it a place that would ship to another FFL? Thanks Teeder! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />
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Ron Shirk's has a special price on the 700 CDL in 280 for 500, about 100 less than the other chamberings.
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Look at this 280 Rem its sweet. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> http://www.gunsamerica.com/guns/976767929.htm
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Googled for an answer and have come to the conclusion that the 77 is the way to go here on the mentioned budget. Though may have driven a Browning Stainless Stalker, Ruger MK II stainless, Rem Mountain Rifle, and customs on the 700 action in 280 once.
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Thanks for the info Sitka...I checked with Shirks and it was only there on paper... They may bring out a 700 CDL SF out in .280 in the future...That would be REALLY APPEALING to me! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" />
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Tom,
If you're gonna handload, you'll love the .280Rem.
I have a couple of them. Actually, might be willing to part with one too. If I did it would be the Rem 700 CDL.
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Used, about $475.00 'ish if I remember correct.
They will ship to an ffl.
Shoot me a PM if you want the contact info.
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I have one of the Matos in a .270 (wanted it in a .280 but couldn't find one at the time this one came along at a great price). They are excellent guns. It is one of the few guns with a detachable mag that looks good and functions very well. The release is in the trigger guard just like a floorplate release and the mag fits flush and looks like a regular floorplate. The rifle is no lightweight though.
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I have a Ruger 77 Mk II stain/lam in 280 and love it. I need no other rifle (wants are a different animal).
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Just hurt a guy I work with's heart,over lunch,via 280Rem vs 300Wby debate.
He said Factory Wby 220's were the endall in trajectory and energy...so I grabbed my laptop.(grin)
That the 162A-Max so humiliated his chambering,caused me to run 165XLC numbers for him,so he didn't jump offa bridge.
He's learnin'.........................
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The thing that doesn't hurt about the .280 is what it does to your shoulder.. A rifle of reasonable weight and fit is a real joy to shoot in this chambering.
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PMs sent out boys...you are getting me excited!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
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I also have 2 .280's one in the CDL and the other a 17 year old Model 700 mtn rifle that is my favorite and gets used the most. Killed a lot of deer with it and it is nice to carry all day. If you handload you will really like the .280. Good luck.
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Big Tom,
PM sent with the contact info.
All this .280 talk's got me thinking of building a match for my .338-06!
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Another testimonial for the .280 from me! Mine is in a Ruger #1B -- the first and best of a long line. No deer has walked away even a step from an encounter with a Hornady 140 gr. Bang-flop, game-overs, one and all -- from about 270 yards to about 50 yards. Great round.
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If you are really looking for the CDL 280, give George Potash a call. He is one of the owner's of Shirk. If I can help ya on that one, shoot me a PM.
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If you want some real warm fuzzy on the .280, read some of Jim Carmichael's writings on the caliber- it has been his lifelong favorite.
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