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Post by cddogfan1 on Oct 22, 2015 16:06:28 GMT -5
Like the title says. Looking to buy me a new whitetail gun. Looking to spend up to say 2300.00. Looking at kimber, Montana rifle company, cooper, sako or Forbes rifle co. Fill me in guys. Know this is mostly a single action site but I really respect the opinions here.
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Post by 450ak on Oct 22, 2015 18:13:48 GMT -5
Winchester model 70 30GOVT06 pre war. There is nothing better
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Post by cj3a on Oct 22, 2015 18:46:28 GMT -5
You may find a used Dakota for that price as well.
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Post by rWt on Oct 22, 2015 20:13:26 GMT -5
Boy, lots of choices?
Woods rifle? Bean Fields? Going to be carrying it through swamps in Michigan or shooting off a platform in South Texas?
I think I'd pick up a 1950's vintage Sako carbine for the woods-Mannlicher stock. Or, maybe a stainless hunter in .260.
Otherwise, I agree with the above-a Dakota would be real nice. A pre-64 Model 70 featherweight in .270 or 30-06 would be right nice also.
Wonder what used Kenny Jarret rifles bring.
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Post by cddogfan1 on Oct 22, 2015 20:16:36 GMT -5
Looking to get a 7-08 or 308 but leaning towards the 7-08. Also leaning towards the cooper.
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Post by Paden on Oct 23, 2015 1:48:02 GMT -5
Lot's of top shelf machinist's out there building rifles besides the flashy brands that make it into the gun rags, and they shouldn't be overlooked. This gentleman >LINK< built a very fine rifle for me some years ago. I can highly recommend him. |
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Post by zac0419 on Oct 23, 2015 5:57:32 GMT -5
What type of deer hunting would narrow the field for me. A lot of people bash Kimbers but I have a 5lb 338fed that shoots tiny little groups (not Martin tiny, but under an inch) with beautiful wood, CRF action, and was had for less than $1000. Leaves a lot of money for quality glass.
Pre 64 Model 70 would be really cool too.
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Post by BigBore44 on Oct 23, 2015 6:18:45 GMT -5
I picked up a Forbes Ultralight last year in 308 and I love it... It shhots excellent and weighs in at 5.5# with a Leupold VX3 1.5-6x. Great little gun and it'll make you turn your back on the heavies when walking the woods. This is my first ultralight and I wasn't sure what to expect for accuracy but, I'm really pleased with it. I'm shooting 130gr Barnes Triple Shock's and it'll stack'em on top of each other if I do my part. I've read where you can't hold the gun tight or press this/squeeze that, This hasn't been true at all for me...? Just point n shoot then go collect your vittles.  I also like the Kimber rifle's. I actually ordered a Kimber Montana in 338 win mag a little while back. It's on layaway so can't really speak about it for accuracy, but I have shot a friend's 7/08 and it was also very accurate... Good luck BigBore44 |
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Post by Markbo on Oct 23, 2015 8:04:14 GMT -5
It's hard to beat Cooper for accuracy and looks. If that is of interest to you, you could get way upgraded wood and come in well under budget. They tend to hold their value really well too
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Post by spillway on Oct 23, 2015 8:09:41 GMT -5
I have owned a New Ultra Light Arms Model 20 7mm-08 since 2002. I went through the same process you are going through now. Look at everything on the market at the time and read forum's and reviews till I was blue in the face. The points that swayed my decision to purchase a rifle from Melvin Forbes was the fact that he truly understands the geometry of what makes a great rifle. Melvin designed and manufactures actions scaled to a given cartridge class that only puts metal where its needed. His stock design along with the material he uses makes for a light quick pointing rifle that is idea for the type of whitetail deer hunting I do in the Midwest.
The Model 20 is the perfect platform for the 7mm-08 cartridge and very comfortable to shoot from a bench for extended range practice. Their American made with great customer service. When you call them its Melvin that answers the phone and he will take all the time you need to address your questions.
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Post by jefats on Oct 23, 2015 12:14:15 GMT -5
It's hard to beat Cooper for accuracy and looks. If that is of interest to you, you could get way upgraded wood and come in well under budget. They tend to hold their value really well too Agree 100% on the Cooper. Closest to a custom you're apt to find. However, my personal favorite is the Pre-64 Model 70 Winchester in caliber of your choice. Serves as a pleasent reminder of days gone by when you're sitting idle in your stand  |
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Post by Snyd on Oct 23, 2015 15:33:27 GMT -5
What type of deer hunting would narrow the field for me. A lot of people bash Kimbers but I have a 5lb 338fed that shoots tiny little groups (not Martin tiny, but under an inch) with beautiful wood, CRF action, and was had for less than $1000. Leaves a lot of money for quality glass. Pre 64 Model 70 would be really cool too. I too have a Kimber and am very happy with it. But since I hunt AK it's the Montana, stainless, kevlar composite stalk chambered in 325wsm. It shoot's 5 shot sub moa groups at 100yds. I've packed it on 10 sheep hunts, moose hunts, banged it around and it just continues to hold zero. No feed problems, etc. Great rifle. All up with leupold 2-8x36 and Talley LW's it's 7lbs. |
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Post by BigBore44 on Oct 23, 2015 15:56:26 GMT -5
What type of deer hunting would narrow the field for me. A lot of people bash Kimbers but I have a 5lb 338fed that shoots tiny little groups (not Martin tiny, but under an inch) with beautiful wood, CRF action, and was had for less than $1000. Leaves a lot of money for quality glass. Pre 64 Model 70 would be really cool too. I too have a Kimber and am very happy with it. But since I hunt AK it's the Montana, stainless, kevlar composite stalk chambered in 325wsm. It shoot's 5 shot sub moa groups at 100yds. I've packed it on 10 sheep hunts, moose hunts, banged it around and it just continues to hold zero. No feed problems, etc. Great rifle. All up with leupold 2-8x36 and Talley LW's it's 7lbs. Snyd Sounds like a great setup! That's about what I'll have after I GET'ER out of prison (layaway) the Montana Stainless synthetic 338 win mag and I'll also be mounting a Leupold 2.5-8x scope... I figure it will make a nice do all rifle, not that I don't have plenty of other's I just have always loved bolt action rifles and I figured it will take over where the Forbes 308 ends.... BigBore44 |
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Post by Snyd on Oct 23, 2015 19:27:02 GMT -5
I too have a Kimber and am very happy with it. But since I hunt AK it's the Montana, stainless, kevlar composite stalk chambered in 325wsm. It shoot's 5 shot sub moa groups at 100yds. I've packed it on 10 sheep hunts, moose hunts, banged it around and it just continues to hold zero. No feed problems, etc. Great rifle. All up with leupold 2-8x36 and Talley LW's it's 7lbs. Snyd Sounds like a great setup! That's about what I'll have after I GET'ER out of prison (layaway) the Montana Stainless synthetic 338 win mag and I'll also be mounting a Leupold 2.5-8x scope... I figure it will make a nice do all rifle, not that I don't have plenty of other's I just have always loved bolt action rifles and I figured it will take over where the Forbes 308 ends.... BigBore44 ....Maybe a slight thread hijack but maybe not, wer'e talking Kimbers and the original poster mentioned them as an option. I've got a proven shooter that has been put to the stress test for 10 years in harsh conditions. It's pretty sweet for a non-custom production gun. Althogh Kimber has all the features. Match grade chamber, barrel, trigger, bedded, CRF, etc. Custom kevlar stock. Kimber hired Melvin Forbes to design the stock. The only thing not made in house is the Pachmeyer decelerator pad. Sweet gun bigbore! If they'd have made the MT in a 338 when I bought mine I probably would have gone that route since 338 is such a great caliber. But I was looking for a light, 23-24" barreled gun and when I picked up the 325 (8mm) I knew I had the right one. I'm really happy with the performance of the 325 on game. I've taken Moose, Sheep and Griz with it. I'm not sure what your are planning for rings/bases but the Talley Light Weights are the hot setup. I started off with Kimber bases and Leupold rings but switched out, much cleaner and like I said. It holds zero year to year. Here's a pic of the Talleys on the Kimber with the leupold 2-8x36.  Kimber bases and leupold rings....  Mine shot factory 200gr accubonds like this. These are my handloaded 200gr Accubonds. I have a 220gr GameKing load that shoots just as good.  |
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Post by cddogfan1 on Oct 23, 2015 20:15:17 GMT -5
My plan to go the stainless synthetic route. I am to hard on equipment for wood.
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