If you could only have one rifle for big game what would it

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Re: If you could only have one rifle for big game what would it

Unread postby tim » Sun Jul 29, 2018 3:55 am

For years it’s been my Remington pump 30-06 with a 3x9x50 Leopold scope so that is my answer cause it’s what I’m using and all I hunt is Deer but wouldn’t need anything more imo. For Deer I use 150 grain bullets


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Re: If you could only have one rifle for big game what would it

Unread postby Autiger » Sun Aug 26, 2018 3:08 am

I love my Marlin 308MXLR, but the limited options for factory ammunition can be a pain.
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Re: If you could only have one rifle for big game what would it

Unread postby Ognennyy » Sun Aug 26, 2018 4:55 am

OldMtnMan wrote:
alleyyooper wrote:Not any more I have about every thing I ever wanted or need, Although I would still like a sporter weight Remington 700 BDL in 257 Roberts.

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Those of us who have one gun don't do it because we can't afford another one or twenty. It's just all we need. I only hunt for big game and the muzzleloader does fine for all of it. I have the option of hunting the muzzleloader season and the rifle seasons. I enjoy the old technology and a bit more challenge. Plus, blowing big clouds of smoke is fun. :D


Sure, muzzleloader does fine for all of it, provided that "all of it" is within 100 yards. You'd be hard-pressed to convince me to take a muzzleloader out west where I might be shooting 500, 700, or even 1000 yards.
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Re: If you could only have one rifle for big game what would

Unread postby Brandonkinchen » Sun Aug 26, 2018 5:06 pm

mheichelbech wrote:any thoughts on a Remington BDL? Is this gun overrated/overpriced?

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I have a LH BDL bolt action model with the Monte Carlo stock. I LOVE IT!!! I got Mine Brand new in the box for $500.00 in 2005.
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Re: If you could only have one rifle for big game what would it

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Remington 270 LH bolt action BDL with Monte Carlo stock.
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Re: If you could only have one rifle for big game what would it

Unread postby Scratchman » Mon Aug 27, 2018 12:28 am

I can't answer this question, but if I could only keep one I'd keep my BAR in 3006. Super light, points like a laser, and is up to any North American job. I also have a 7mm remember mag 111 savage with synthetic stock for rainy days and general beating around.......and a 44 mag 1894 for swamp/thick stuff walking. This line up took me 20 years to settle on.
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Re: If you could only have one rifle for big game what would it

Unread postby Little Joe » Mon Aug 27, 2018 4:28 am

I already own it. A Winchester pre64 model 70 with a 3x9 Redfield scope on it. Capable of taking any North American game. The most versatile caliber out there
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Re: If you could only have one rifle for big game what would it

Unread postby Bowhunting Brian » Mon Aug 27, 2018 6:40 am

Little Joe wrote:I already own it. A Winchester pre64 model 70 with a 3x9 Redfield scope on it. Capable of taking any North American game. The most versatile caliber out there


You never said what caliber you have.
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Re: If you could only have one rifle for big game what would it

Unread postby Little Joe » Mon Aug 27, 2018 8:07 am

30-06


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