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Howdy guys.

I know there's the Remington 750 and misc. Browning semi auto rifles meant for hunting purposes- but are there any others?

Looking to build an interesting DMR (designated marksman rifle), and I initially landed on the 750, but after some careful research, I hear they are jam-o-matics and unreliable. Say it ain't so?

Anyways, so my budget is around $800 for the firearm. Any other questions?
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Haven't heard anything about the 750s.
742s could develop real problem: the locking lugs form depressions in the rear left of the receiver, permanent damage that ends the rifle's usefulness. The 750s use a different locking lug setup, maybe this was to address the problems. The Remington pumps are more trouble free, and likely more accurate. Generally well thought of. I'd get a pump before an auto.
The Brownings might have fewer problems than the 742, but are a mousetrap if you want to strip one down. So are the Remingtons as far as that goes. Just about nothing in the way of accessories for the Brownings.
Winchester Model 100s are a pig in a poke. If one works, great. Long out of production, parts are a problem.
Don't expect any sporting semi to have the ruggedness and reliability of a military type rifle.
Generally you can expect hunting grade accuracy.

I'm still not sure exactly what you mean by a DMR rifle. I suppose it is one designed and intended for use by a DM. I've shot with a few guys who would be considered DMs, but their rifles are issued to them.
Aren't you just looking for an accurate autoloading rifle?
 
IMO this would be a good platform for a DMR. Its a pump, but fits the bill.

http://www.remingtonle.com/rifles/7615.htm

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Not really sure about your post - wanting to build a DMR rifle in the "Hunting Arms" section. Are you talking about a hunting rifle that is "tactical" in style? A used Browning BAR can be found for your $800 in most any caliber they make.

If you are wanting a "real" military rifle, then you can most likely land a tuned M14 for around $800 that will hold around 1.5" consistently if you keep your eyes out, and then take it hunting. Guys do hunt with them.
 
Northman999 said:
Not really sure about your post - wanting to build a DMR rifle in the "Hunting Arms" section. Are you talking about a hunting rifle that is "tactical" in style? A used Browning BAR can be found for your $800 in most any caliber they make.

If you are wanting a "real" military rifle, then you can most likely land a tuned M14 for around $800 that will hold around 1.5" consistently if you keep your eyes out, and then take it hunting. Guys do hunt with them.
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Werent M-14s used as DMRs anyway?
 
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