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Bud's has Vanguard2 Weatherguard finished Carbines in 308 for around $575. I took one in 7mm-08 in trade within the past couple of months and have been pretty impressed with how handy it is, sort of a 21st Century revised reincarnation of the much beloved (in retrospect) Remington 660. Bud's part # 719015449. You could get the regular blued CM V2 Carbine for around $530, part # 78949, or the Howa 1500 for around $480, part # 16276. Despite the nearly identical barreled actions, I like the V2 better than the Howa 1500 because the V2 stocks fit me much better than the chunky Hogue stocks. For another couple hundred $$ you could install a Leupold VX2 2-7x33 or 3-9x40 in the mounts of your choice and come in really close to your $750 target. www.budsgunshop.com
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If really for her, get a rifle that fits her. The Weatherby Camilla or Savage Lady Hunter in .308 would be a good place to start. If you have deep pockets, a Kilimanjaro artemis would be a very nice present. Whatever you get, get something that fits her. Most of the responses on here are just rifles guys want and make their wife/daughter use. A loaner rifle for women that actually fits women might be nice to have in camp as well.
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Brand new Camilla my friend recently bought was just a bit over $600, looks great and shoots very well. Hers is a .308 Win.
Simple solution for a ladies rifle?
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While I agree with the choice of a rifle built to fit a lady, I question the thinking of purchasing a less than robust design which will be used in a country where parts may be difficult to find.
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Are the Camillia and Savage ladyhunter less robust than a standard offering by either factory? Don't think I would sweat it. But will research it later.
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Are the Camillia and Savage ladyhunter less robust than a standard offering by either factory? Don't think I would sweat it. But will research it later. Weatherby Camilla is the familiar Vanguard action, with a 20" barrel and a very interesting stock that is nicely shaped for the female hunter/shooter. That stock is a LOT different from typical rifles, and well received by the women I know who've used it. Guy
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My comment on sending a more robust rifle to Africa wasn't about lady's rifles.
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Thanks for the clarification. The Ruger Hawkeye in 308 seems a good choice at a resonable price point.
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Get shortactionsmoker to ship you a howa 308 for $339 and you should be good to go. Another option might be to order one of the cdnn Ruger Hawkeyes for $499. Sounds like what you are thinking about $$wise and they s/b good servicable rifles for him/her.
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Zengela, how about the Interarms Mark X 7x57. My first thought when seeing this thread was 7x57. It just seems fitting. I have my eye on a cute little 7x57 sporterized mauser 98 in a synthetic stock that looks like new. They (LGS) are wanting $299 for it.... That's the way I'd roll if it were me looking for a rifle for my wife... or even myself, now that I think about it...
I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA
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Hmmmm.. You could get them both a "gift" and shove any rifle straight up your ass before toeing the trigger. Lol. I'm sure it'd be appreciated. No offense intended, of course.
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Hmmmm.. You could get them both a "gift" and shove any rifle straight up your ass before toeing the trigger. Lol. I'm sure it'd be appreciated. No offense intended, of course. Why are you so rude?
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Hmmmm.. You could get them both a "gift" and shove any rifle straight up your ass before toeing the trigger. Lol. I'm sure it'd be appreciated. No offense intended, of course. Why are you so rude? You are beyond a dipshit. Did you read my OP post???? NOT GONNA BUY HER A PRE 64 M70!!!!. He does not reload!!! Its assclowns like you that spoil these threads. She/he gets a. Affordable rifle. FN SUPER-GRADE FEATHERWEIGHT MODEL 70 WINCHESTER IN 7X57MM??? there is a very special stupid for people like you.
I wonder why.
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Hmmmm.. You could get them both a "gift" and shove any rifle straight up your ass before toeing the trigger. Lol. I'm sure it'd be appreciated. No offense intended, of course. Why are you so rude? You are beyond a dipshit. Did you read my OP post???? NOT GONNA BUY HER A PRE 64 M70!!!!. He does not reload!!! Its assclowns like you that spoil these threads. She/he gets a. Affordable rifle. FN SUPER-GRADE FEATHERWEIGHT MODEL 70 WINCHESTER IN 7X57MM??? there is a very special stupid for people like you.
I wonder why. Ya, he done went and hurt my feelers with that one , newer made super grade feather weights are still available, and regular feather weights are a plenty, I've seen em for 1200 bucks, fine little rifles.
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Damn, people here are savage. Wanting me to put a rifle in my azz and yank the trigger? Sorry if I offended gunner.
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No offense taken, I do a lot of fertilizer slinging here myself.
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