Decent .308 rifle?
- Thread starter dwiscombe
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- Steel Town
Short Action too. Those synthetic stocks are great, in comparison to most others.
- Location
- Steel Town
I never thought I'd want/need a 243, but my CZ 557 Lux changed my mind. A pleasant shooting and inherently accurate cartridge. Even softer than 7x57. I also ordered a 10-round mag from Tesro, and it's basically the Ranger rifle with a much nicer stock. You can also source a Picatinny rail, but I am quite happy with the factory dovetails and Warne QD rings. Sits lower too.
I bought the last CZ 557 Synthetic S in 30-06 from Tenda. What a great rifle! It's the matching sister to my CZ 557 Synthetic S in 8x57.
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prairie lover
CGN Regular
- Location
- southern MB
Same here. Been an excellent rifle. Far better than a axis. Really have 0 complaints.
Cheapest Tikka long action 308 for $1000+ with their cheap synthetic stock and $100 cheap plastic mags...not my first pick.
I'd chase down a short action Xbolt with nice wood for the same price, still cheap plastic mags but they don't cost $100.
I'd chase down a short action Xbolt with nice wood for the same price, still cheap plastic mags but they don't cost $100.
Indeed, I didn’t think I’d go down to .243 but my 6.5x55 m96 sporter is a real treat to shoot so I figure a decent .243 would be nice.. if I could find anything cz in 6.5x55 even with a beat up stock I’d consider buying that aswell.
coleman1495
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- Whitecourt
Tikka is the easy button. Good from factory, easy to upgrade.
Lots of factory Tikka options available to fit any usage.
Lots of factory Tikka options available to fit any usage.
I'll throw in my two cents, and many might have a laugh 
However, I would recommend a Mossberg MVP Scout!
I do have higher end 308's of the CZ and tricked out HOWA variety, but when it comes to grab n' go afternoon out chasing deer, handy truck rifle, I grab the MVP Scout first! They do come with a low end Optics type packages (mine was originally) and I've had fantastic results harvesting both bear and deer using Hornady ammo, even with the original package optic (Chinese made mil dot).
They take SR-25 pattern magazines, and I can confirm they take M1A pattern magazines as well, and feed flawlessly from both after a thorough breaking in.
16.25" heavy bull barrel with birdcage.
Mine has factory peep sights which is another nice feature as a backup.
The bolt needs breaking in, and can be a tad rough at the beginning, but the fit and finish is a solid, reliable working man's rifle and the patented Lightning Trigger advertised by Mossberg is a treat to shoot.
Yes, she's accurate with the right ammo. The full length picatinny on top, coupled with factory peep sights is an added bonus.
Aesthetically nothing special, but still well priced I do believe, they do go on sale (picked mine up from a site sponsor oh, 3-4 years ago now for 759.00) and has yet to let me down.
I see site sponsors have them on for 799.95 without the optic and forward mounted irons!
Ammo is key here with the MVP Scout, much like a high end truck without winter tires during an Alberta blizzard. What you feed her is what you get! If yourre looking for results, reputable manufacturers in terms of ammo. Plinking at 100+ meters and happy to hit the gong? Hirtenberger surplus works just fine!
However, I would recommend a Mossberg MVP Scout!
I do have higher end 308's of the CZ and tricked out HOWA variety, but when it comes to grab n' go afternoon out chasing deer, handy truck rifle, I grab the MVP Scout first! They do come with a low end Optics type packages (mine was originally) and I've had fantastic results harvesting both bear and deer using Hornady ammo, even with the original package optic (Chinese made mil dot).
They take SR-25 pattern magazines, and I can confirm they take M1A pattern magazines as well, and feed flawlessly from both after a thorough breaking in.
16.25" heavy bull barrel with birdcage.
Mine has factory peep sights which is another nice feature as a backup.
The bolt needs breaking in, and can be a tad rough at the beginning, but the fit and finish is a solid, reliable working man's rifle and the patented Lightning Trigger advertised by Mossberg is a treat to shoot.
Yes, she's accurate with the right ammo. The full length picatinny on top, coupled with factory peep sights is an added bonus.
Aesthetically nothing special, but still well priced I do believe, they do go on sale (picked mine up from a site sponsor oh, 3-4 years ago now for 759.00) and has yet to let me down.
I see site sponsors have them on for 799.95 without the optic and forward mounted irons!
Ammo is key here with the MVP Scout, much like a high end truck without winter tires during an Alberta blizzard. What you feed her is what you get! If yourre looking for results, reputable manufacturers in terms of ammo. Plinking at 100+ meters and happy to hit the gong? Hirtenberger surplus works just fine!
Rifles in .308 Win I've been fond of & either still have or would acquire again:
Rem 700; Win Model 70 & 88; Husqvarna H-5000; Tikka 595; Savage 88; Browning Abolt composite stalker.
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Rem 700; Win Model 70 & 88; Husqvarna H-5000; Tikka 595; Savage 88; Browning Abolt composite stalker.
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