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What rifle combo under 1k do you recommmend for deer hunting?
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<blockquote data-quote="Omega" data-source="post: 5725457" data-attributes="member: 20060"><p>Maybe it is because I am a meat hunter, but I don't get the whole glass>gun argument. I normally spend more on my rifles than I do glass and don't get pricy weapons either. I just need a scope that will maintain zero, show me its reticle in normal lighting conditions and give me a decent look at my target. Don't get me wrong, those high-end scopes are great, but I am not looking for the rank on the collar or name tag of my intended target. I have hunted with open sights, $40 scopes, and some higher end scopes, I have never failed to hit my target except when I go beyond the capabilities of my weapon (30-30 open field). I say get a rifle that is known for 1moa barrels out of the box, get a decent scope and spend the rest on ammo to zero and practice with. Look at the used hunting rigs available here and elsewhere, check some reviews and select what makes you happy. I have always leaned toward flat shooting calibers and am fond of the .270, but have used the .308 for a few seasons and like it. This season I think I may go with the 6.5, just because, but it too has some good ballistics. Unless you are going for larger game. you don't need anything special, a .243 will kill them just as dead as a 300 WM.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Omega, post: 5725457, member: 20060"] Maybe it is because I am a meat hunter, but I don't get the whole glass>gun argument. I normally spend more on my rifles than I do glass and don't get pricy weapons either. I just need a scope that will maintain zero, show me its reticle in normal lighting conditions and give me a decent look at my target. Don't get me wrong, those high-end scopes are great, but I am not looking for the rank on the collar or name tag of my intended target. I have hunted with open sights, $40 scopes, and some higher end scopes, I have never failed to hit my target except when I go beyond the capabilities of my weapon (30-30 open field). I say get a rifle that is known for 1moa barrels out of the box, get a decent scope and spend the rest on ammo to zero and practice with. Look at the used hunting rigs available here and elsewhere, check some reviews and select what makes you happy. I have always leaned toward flat shooting calibers and am fond of the .270, but have used the .308 for a few seasons and like it. This season I think I may go with the 6.5, just because, but it too has some good ballistics. Unless you are going for larger game. you don't need anything special, a .243 will kill them just as dead as a 300 WM. [/QUOTE]
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What rifle combo under 1k do you recommmend for deer hunting?
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