Stevens mag calibres
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I had one in both 7mm and 300win mag. Both shot well, but both kicked like a horse. I would personally spend a few extra bucks and get a higher end model, Tikka, Vanguard or SPS model in those calibers. If its a second beater rifle or truck gun, then is doesn`t matter. If its your main rifle, you are better off spending the extra dollars.
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I have 2 Stevens' but have not shot a magnum yet. I went the 270 route and have not regretted it.
As for the suggestion to step up to more expensive makes, it would depend on your goal with the rifle.
If you want a showpiece that will make people Ohh and Ahhh at the range, and be amazed that you spent so much on your rifle, then the Stevens isn't for you. If you want tiny little groups on your targets that make people Ohhh and Ahh, and a price tag so small it will make them embarassed about what they spent on their rifle that you just outshot, then the Stevens IS for you.
I've shot a T3 lite WSM and it is not pleasant to shoot. If you want to shoot magnum in Stevens on a regular basis, I'd upgrade the recoil pad and add some weight to the stock.
As for the suggestion to step up to more expensive makes, it would depend on your goal with the rifle.
If you want a showpiece that will make people Ohh and Ahhh at the range, and be amazed that you spent so much on your rifle, then the Stevens isn't for you. If you want tiny little groups on your targets that make people Ohhh and Ahh, and a price tag so small it will make them embarassed about what they spent on their rifle that you just outshot, then the Stevens IS for you.
I've shot a T3 lite WSM and it is not pleasant to shoot. If you want to shoot magnum in Stevens on a regular basis, I'd upgrade the recoil pad and add some weight to the stock.
"If you want tiny little groups on your targets that make people Ohhh and Ahh, and a price tag so small it will make them embarassed about what they spent on their rifle that you just outshot, then the Stevens IS for you."
That is exactly what I want.
That is exactly what I want.
They wouldnt be any worse then a Tikka, Weatherby Vanguard, Remington SPS ect... I would look at a decent recoil pad and you should be fine, if it really concerns you you could always look at a smaller cal. 30-06, .308 .270 ect...
I have owned a Stevens in a .223 and am also considering one in a 7mm mag. Ive also heard good things about these Mossbergs center fires which are cheaper then the Stevens (or around the same price) and perform just as well.
Cheers!!
I have owned a Stevens in a .223 and am also considering one in a 7mm mag. Ive also heard good things about these Mossbergs center fires which are cheaper then the Stevens (or around the same price) and perform just as well.
Cheers!!
powdergun said:"If you want tiny little groups on your targets that make people Ohhh and Ahh, and a price tag so small it will make them embarassed about what they spent on their rifle that you just outshot, then the Stevens IS for you."
That is exactly what I want.
Follow Caribbo Kid's advise. I've bedded two Stevens for family, both rifles saw a group reduction of approximately 3/4" . They shoot ittsy bittsy little groups. Although these guns are cheap to buy, I wouldn't skimp on optics though. Like a tap - tapping Bushnell POS
pharaoh2 said:
It's funny, I look at it just the opposite.
I would take my $2000-$3000 rifle/scope on a hunting trip, yet leave my Stevens at home. The Stevens and the higher dollar rifles are about equal in accuracy, but the expensive rifles are far more reliable, better built, better features...
how do you figure it's not as reliable as a $3000 rifle? Have you ever had one not go boom? I doubt it. That just tells me you have far more expendable income than I do. And for that I'm glad for you. If I had the extra cash I too may think different, but alas I do not. Therefore, I have to make smart decisions.
pharaoh2 said:how do you figure it's not as reliable as a $3000 rifle? Have you ever had one not go boom? I doubt it. That just tells me you have far more expendable income than I do. And for that I'm glad for you. If I had the extra cash I too may think different, but alas I do not. Therefore, I have to make smart decisions.
Feeding problems and ejection problems with 2 out of 4 of my stevens 200.... I did not consider them reliable.
First off, a Pachmyer or similar recoil pad. The don't reduce the recoil, but take away the sharpness and make it more pleasant to shoot off the bench. You could add a recoil reducer to the stock, or just add some lead and secure it. The stocks are hollow, and filled with foam. You can use your imagination there. At the extreme end of the spectrum, you could have a muzzle brake installed. But I wouldn't worry about any of this. I have one of these in .300, though I still haven't had the time to shoot it. The .300 WM is my all time favorite cartridge. You do get used to it, but it takes practice. The way I look at it, I carry a rifle more than I shoot it. The lighter the better as far as I'm concerned. I belive in the old saying about not feeling it when actually hunting, because unless you do somthing stupid and end up with an idiot mark, you won't feel it. If you are going to shoot it off a bench, consider buying a bag of lead shot. Put that between your shoulder and the butt pad. It will help you with your target work, and you still have a nice carry gun. About the muzzle brake. If you do go that route, don't shoot it at the range without warning people first. I hate it when guys start shooting befre they get their muffs on. Esspecially when they are equiped with a brake. Their are loud as Hell!
Oh personal insults.... now I am so hurt...... Savages fans always so dedicated....
still doesn't change the fact they are cheap rifles.... spend more money and buy a better rifle to start with, my tikkas and Vanguards are much higher quality and everyone of them outshot the stevens without a problem. And I didn't have to send them back for Warranty work.
still doesn't change the fact they are cheap rifles.... spend more money and buy a better rifle to start with, my tikkas and Vanguards are much higher quality and everyone of them outshot the stevens without a problem. And I didn't have to send them back for Warranty work.
