1st Cheap Hunting rifle

[Slamfire]

Don't ignore the Canadian Classic...

Lots of sportered and scoped Enfields out there that can be had for $200-$300... Enfields have dropped as many deer in Canada as about every other rifle combined.

Or just a more challenging rifle to use proficiently?

 

[ben777lemay]

what is *cheap* for you ?

 

[emerson]

Hi,
I'm looking at getting my 1st hunting rifle and scope.
I'm drawn towards a rifle scope package in 30-06.

Do you guys have any recommendations?
I'm looking at mossberg patriot, savage axis 2, ruger american, remington 783 etc...

Thanks!

Buy a scope separately. The package ones are crap. I had a Mossberg Patriot in 375 Ruger. It was cheap but with laminate stock, Marinecoat, and fluted bolt it looked good. Shot well too, the trigger I liked more than the Savage Accutrigger, and groups at or below 1MOA@100M. I would buy another. I traded mine off because I already had a CZ in 375 so 1 had to go.

 

[Folklorestatus]

Tradeex.

 

[Arloashean]

Or Weimajack https://www.canadiangunnutz.com/for...-amp-HUSQVARNA-Mod-1600-rifles?highlight=1600

 

[mtstef]

see this : 675$ shipped

https://www.canadiangunnutz.com/for...-06-Leupold-VX-1-3-9x40-Package?highlight=783

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Remington 783 30-06/Leupold VX-1 3-9x40 Package
Firearm: Remington 783 Bolt Action Chambered in 30-06. Has exactly 31 rounds through it. Gun is in flawless condition and could certainly pass for new. Has only been to the range and has never been hunted with.

Optic: Leupold VX-1 3-9x40. Scope is flawless as well. Has been in the field twice. Excellent clarity.

Rings: Remington integrated bases and rings.

Extras: The package will come with two magazines for the rifle, one that has never been used. I have the original box for both the rifle and the scope, plus the documentation/paperwork.

This is a great hunting package that will not break the bank and is like buying new.

New Prices to save some research:

Rifle: $399.99
Scope: $349.99
Rings: $19.99
Extra Magazine:$34.99

Total: $804.96 + tax = $909.60

I am looking for: $675.00 shipped to majors. Others will be additional. PAL required. EMT.
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user : Down.Range

in case you do not have access to the EE forum yet ...

 

[mtstef]

or this for 430$ shipping included : https://www.canadiangunnutz.com/for...fired-Remington-783-300-Win-Mag?highlight=783

but it is in 300 win mag, which if you ask me is better than 30-06

he said it's new, never frired.

 

[pete dobinson]

You will be better served by getting a good quality used rifle. If you can, stay away from cheap combo rifles. Buy once, cry once as they say.

 

[guido]

If you insist on buying new, I wouldn't buy any of the guns you have listed. Buy a vanguard. Alternatively, like others have said, buy a higher quality used gun. The value will be much better.

 

[kamlooky]

WSS has a few interesting offerings.
The Browning AB3 with a Redfield scope combo furr example.

 

[TayC]

A lot of good sound advice here. I am new to the sport as well, and when i received my PAL I was itchy to get shooting. Take your time and look for a good used rifle (x-bolt, tikka etc)

I too was drawn to the appeal of the mid to lower priced guns just to get out but patience paid off and found a near new X-bolt hunter in 30-06 with a Nikon Prostaff scope package for a VERY good deal.

Someone posted on a thread on here "Buy once, cry once" you can't really go wrong.

That being said, I was really into the Vanguard S2, only downside to me was the weight and I'm a sucker for wood stocks.

 

[Shane Derocher]

Something a bit heavier than a 783 would be good. Found that 30-06 in a light package isn't the most pleasant to sight in, barring a bit a recoil it is a decent functional rifle.

 

[James1873]

id look at getting something that fits your budget used, vs new. $5-600 used rifle is better then new of the same price imo.

 

[mtstef]

 

[rci2950]

FPBP Husqvarna are sweet rifles.