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 Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
[Re: luv2brode]
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06/30/09 12:38 AM
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kind of a big deal
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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06/30/09 01:59 AM
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i own both a m77 and a model 700. hunt with my uncles model 70 from time to time.
imo the hawkeye is an ugly SOB, not a fan of the stock on the typical BDL 700, so I would have to say model 70 first, then a 700, then a vanguard if it had a nice wood stock.
For it is not the quarry that we truly seek, but the adventure.
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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06/30/09 02:52 AM
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OK ONE MORE THING:
Does anyone own a VLS Rem? Is it heavy and why is called a "Varmint" Laminated Stock?
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
[Re: huntandfish]
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06/30/09 03:02 AM
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Two Boot
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I didnt no there was anything but a REM 700
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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06/30/09 04:54 AM
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Packmule1
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Winchester 70
because of the Mauser control feed action. Second would be the Ruger for the same reason
Last edited by Packmule1; 06/30/09 04:56 AM.
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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06/30/09 05:00 AM
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Remington 700. Never had one not shoot
The laminated stock might be a little heavier , which isnt a bad deal with that cal. LStocks are usually a little tougher and hide little scratches and such.
Remington
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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06/30/09 07:44 AM
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Winchester Model 70 Featherweight, because of control round feeding, 3 position safety and great looks!! I have several in different calibers and they shoot great too.
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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06/30/09 04:35 PM
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I would like to see how the accustock shoots. The 700 is also a good choice.
Never been to a camping world. I prefer Dick's to be honest.
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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06/30/09 04:59 PM
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sig226fan (Rguns.com)
duck & cover
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The Varmint designation means a heavier barrel and different profile stock than standard.
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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06/30/09 09:32 PM
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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07/01/09 12:55 AM
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Remington 700 BDL. In my opinion the best gun for the money on the market. They don't have to make a 1.5" guarantee. They just do it.
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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07/01/09 01:56 AM
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Go buy you a Remington 700 and you won't be disappointed. I have looked at the Marlin and it is a nice rifle and has great features for the money. But for the money a 700 is hard to beat.
What kind of lights does it shoot out?
Like are we talkin the mini bulb Christmas lights or a 500 watt flood light?
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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07/02/09 07:14 AM
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Savage or Weaterby- best shooters I've ever had
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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07/02/09 07:39 AM
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of the ones listed remington 700, but i would get a tikka t3 hunter over any and all of them!
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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07/04/09 12:12 AM
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I own a Rem 700 CDL in 270win, and my new $300 Marlin XL7 in 270win will out shoot it all day. I bought the Marlin as a beater gun but it has become my go to gun.
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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07/04/09 07:44 AM
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What do you mean by "out shoot it all day"?
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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07/04/09 09:47 AM
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The marlin is more accurate than my rem700 no matter what ammo I put through it. The bolt isn't near as slick but accuracy is more important to me.
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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07/06/09 06:20 PM
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Ruger hawkeye 77 stainless with hogue stock, mauser control feed, new LC6 Tigger, drop floor mag and intergrated scope bases and comes with rings
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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07/06/09 06:22 PM
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I also used to own a reminton 700VLS in .308 it was a nice rifle and shot extremely well, but its to heavy to be practical for hunting and now I think they are over priced
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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07/06/09 06:56 PM
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txtrophy85
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on a side not, i never had a jam with my m77, have had a few with my 700 and our model 70's
For it is not the quarry that we truly seek, but the adventure.
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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07/06/09 07:29 PM
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Caliber selection is more than just looking at its paper trail.
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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07/06/09 07:50 PM
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txtrophy85
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Quote:
The marlin is more accurate than my rem700 no matter what ammo I put through it. The bolt isn't near as slick but accuracy is more important to me.
i have a hard time believing that a model 700 would get outshot by a marlin.....
For it is not the quarry that we truly seek, but the adventure.
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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07/06/09 10:56 PM
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Believe it. My CDL stays in the safe now.
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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07/06/09 10:59 PM
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Quote:
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The marlin is more accurate than my rem700 no matter what ammo I put through it. The bolt isn't near as slick but accuracy is more important to me.
i have a hard time believing that a model 700 would get outshot by a marlin.....
My friend bought one and it also shoots very well. Has been reviewed nicely, too.
 She was only a whiskey maker, but he loved her still.
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Re: Which rifle would you pick and why?
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07/11/09 01:41 AM
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I am addicted to my stainless steel Ruger M77 MKII. Mine is 7mmRemMag and I have never had an issue with it. With technology being pretty much the same nowadays and all the brands mentioned having a good name, I would buy the cheapest one that suits your needs.
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