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I have several rifles in the lock up but I think I need a real deer rifle. I used a M14s last year with peep sights but the 300+ deer were out of range for my crappy peep.
I am needing advice on caliber and model of rifle. Preferably off the rack (vs custom) and under $1000. I would consider looking for a used rifle as well.
I hunt primarily black powder (Savage 10ML2) but every few years I get called for a deer cull with rifle. The hunting scenario is some brush but mostly open ridges with deep open valleys. There are some spots where something light and quick is good, but due to the light hunting pressure, the deer don't spook. They usually just run 100m and stop to look at you. 300+ shots are available and taken, though usually 150m is the norm.
I would like a rifle that would allow shots out to 400m with enough energy to terminate a whitetail with good bullets. I reload so bullet selection is better. I am not a recoil junkie though I can tolerate it if necessary. It would also be beneficial if the rifle was under .280 so I could use it for coyotes in my home area, though not necessary.
I was looking at the .260 Remington. 6mm seems a bit small though it will kill deer. 6.5 seems to be the long range choice for accuracy junkies. Bullet selection is good. Brass is reasonably easy to obtain.
Remington is producing this caliber in the Model 7. Synthetic stock and Stainless barrel are available.
Is this a good choice or should I consider other options. Caliber or rifle model? This is new territory for me so feedback is appreciated.
I am needing advice on caliber and model of rifle. Preferably off the rack (vs custom) and under $1000. I would consider looking for a used rifle as well.
I hunt primarily black powder (Savage 10ML2) but every few years I get called for a deer cull with rifle. The hunting scenario is some brush but mostly open ridges with deep open valleys. There are some spots where something light and quick is good, but due to the light hunting pressure, the deer don't spook. They usually just run 100m and stop to look at you. 300+ shots are available and taken, though usually 150m is the norm.
I would like a rifle that would allow shots out to 400m with enough energy to terminate a whitetail with good bullets. I reload so bullet selection is better. I am not a recoil junkie though I can tolerate it if necessary. It would also be beneficial if the rifle was under .280 so I could use it for coyotes in my home area, though not necessary.
I was looking at the .260 Remington. 6mm seems a bit small though it will kill deer. 6.5 seems to be the long range choice for accuracy junkies. Bullet selection is good. Brass is reasonably easy to obtain.
Remington is producing this caliber in the Model 7. Synthetic stock and Stainless barrel are available.
Is this a good choice or should I consider other options. Caliber or rifle model? This is new territory for me so feedback is appreciated.
