what gun should I choose?

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malibu

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I'm very new, and am looking for an all around deer/elk gun. I got a small 4x4 white tail with a savage 300 wsm. I would like a gun that is not expensive but something that I would be happy with for a long time. What would you experts suggest to this rookie?
 
I'd start with a .22 it's cheaper to start since you will not be hitting much at first. :D

Then something like this to get started the 30-06 is a good starter doesn't make you wince the first shot and it's really easy to find Ammo for it. Plus it'll take anything in North America

ht tp://www.shop.tradeexcanada.com/content/5571-husqvarna-1600-series-30-06

I only suggest trade ex because I'm happy with my two purchases from them.
I got a .22 Repeater and a M96 off them and in two years I have had zero problem with either not related to the user :redface:

But before that check your areas hunting regs it depends in your seasons if you would be better served by a muzzle loader or shotgun. Your saying Elk so I assume your not in Southren Ontario.
 
just about anything in 308 will do the job - same deal for 06, and unfortunately, there's a school of thought that says you NEED a 338 win mag and 250 grain solids for elk- i happen to disagree with that- 308/180s will do all that's necessary and then some, if you PLACE YOUR BULLET PROPERLY- main thing is to get some quality trigger time and not just on the range, unless your range is out doors
 
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