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I've shot the .22 LR for for years now and looking for something a little bigger, I have two offers open to me right now. One is a Remintong SPS 700 in .223 and the other is also a Remington 700 but in .308. Difference in price is $625 for the .223 and $1700 for the .308.

Is .223 a good caliber for shoter distances? Like 400 to 600m? Would I be much better off with the .308?

Here's an image of the .308 I'm looking at, already bought a shotgun from that sellers. Rifle also comes with a Tasco Super Sniper score, the .223 rifle doesn't come with a scope or mounts.

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

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223 is a good caliber,but only if you have a fast twist barrel for the 75gr.

The 308 would be my choice, very versatile cartridge.
 
go with the 700P for sure! The SPS is a good economical rifle for the money, but the 700P has a whole lot more oomph. It's a good place to start. (plus GunBoy is a good guy to deal with)
 
iv owned the 700p , and selling it was the worst thing i did. i cant shoot, but with the 700 in my hands i could cover a 100yard group with a nickle.

if you have the money get that one for sure. that ss scope is nice too, but i dont think you can get warrenty on it in canada (not sure)
 
For a lot of shooting the .223 is the way to go. Way less recoil, powder, bullets and noise ..... this adds up to more enjoyable shooting for less money. It is a good choice for a move up from a .22LR.
 
Again! a .308 Savage 10FP w/ Bushnell Elite 3200 10x40 Mildot, Farrel Rail Base & Harris Bipod, for a grand total of about $1000.00.
 
nothing wrong with your choice, nothing at all. I'd say go for it and get out shooting.
 
If the 223 option was a 700P like the 308 is I would suggest the 223 is a good start, 600 yards with 223 is going to be much harder to do than with the 308, but will cost less per shot.
The SPS is not in any way comparable to the 700P other than the action is basically the same, the stock and barrel of the 700P will make long range shooting much easier to master. My vote would be the 700P given the options you have.
Learn to reload your own ammo and shooting 308 will be nearly as cheap as buying 223, with the benefits of better accuary from homegrown ammo
 
Yep take the .308.
My current rifle was built off of one of these originally and it has won me plenty of #### nickles.
If you buy the .223 you will only want to get a .308 at some point to go that extra disatnce.

I warn you....long range shooting is more highly addictive than meth. ;)
 
The main disadvantage of the .308 is that it might give a new shooter a flinch. (It did for me.) Not as bad as a magnum though.

However, since you've already been shooting rimfire for awhile, that shouldn't be an issue for you. I'd get the .308. Can't hunt big game with a .223.
 
Longshot said:
Yep take the .308.
My current rifle was built off of one of these originally and it has won me plenty of #### nickles.
If you buy the .223 you will only want to get a .308 at some point to go that extra disatnce.

I warn you....long range shooting is more highly addictive than meth. ;)
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It is addictive for sure, I think meth is cheaper though
 
Other than affordability of ammo, the nod really goes to the 308. With this setup recoil is negligeble in 308 an almost nonexistant in 223. By the time you set up the 223 with scope etc the price is about the same. You would likely take the next step up to the 308 anyway, so why not just take the plunge and get it over with. On a much easier note, if you can afford it, buy both and have the best of both worlds. bearhunter
 
I am actually planning to purchase the SPS as well, but am looking at buying an Accuracy international chassis system for the 700. I will most likely be getting in in .308 for various reasons.

I am also more interested in the SPS due to its finish. I do not really prefer wood stock rifles.

Its good to see someone asking the exact same questions I have, especially given its the exact rifle i'm looking for.
 
The AI chassis and covers system is good if your body fits the stock. It was tested by the CF in their last round of trials for the .338 Lapua Magnum buy. A guy I know who shot the trials found it did not fit him, and he is Mr. Average Build.

(http://www.sfu.ca/casr/101-c3repl.htm)

So, find one and put your hands on it first. If it feels right, go ahead. But the shells are hollow so you can only add padding or filler material not take away.
 
maple_leaf_eh said:
The AI chassis and covers system is good if your body fits the stock. It was tested by the CF in their last round of trials for the .338 Lapua Magnum buy. A guy I know who shot the trials found it did not fit him, and he is Mr. Average Build.

(http://www.sfu.ca/casr/101-c3repl.htm)

So, find one and put your hands on it first. If it feels right, go ahead. But the shells are hollow so you can only add padding or filler material not take
away.
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They are pricey too. I contacted wolverine supplies and they run around $1000. I definately wouldn't be even thinking about buying the chassis before I try it first.
 
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