duncan61 wrote:I agree with commo boy.We all love our exotic chamberings but ammo availability is an issue if you do not roll your own.Zaine are you talking speedway stock car if so where do you race
Kurnal wrote:So the advice on here was super helpful in helping me choose my Lithgow .223, and I couldn't be happier with it.
Now I am looking for a larger calibre for bigger game hunting. Deer and pigs mainly. Researching this will be a good way to spend lockdown here in Sydney.
Happy to spend a few grand on the gun.
Throw some suggestions at me !
Thanks all.
Oldbloke wrote:NZ, perhaps longish ranges, perhaps Vic for deer, rules apply.
Magnums tend to kick like a mule. So, be carefulI, suggest you test fire the chambering before you commit to buy.
Otherwise,
These are popular for a reason, ammo availability and cost. Also they do the job.
30.06, 270, 308, 7x57, all OK in Vic.
You carry a lot. Sooo, suggest no more than 8lb with scope.
solarpak wrote:A 270 .......in a rifle weighinng no more than 3kg bare .
Add a set of talley lightweight rings / bases and a decent 3-9x40 scope (Swaro Z3 , Meopta Meopro etc...) for a final weight around 3.5-3.6 kgs - the perfect stalking and mountain rifle for Oz and over the ditch.
C.
MontyShooter wrote:Blaser r8 pro in 338 lap
boingk wrote:Hey mate, some very varied (and good!) options in here.
I'll throw my hat in the ring for a Ruger American in 308.
Yeah, I know, not exactly a Cadillac of a rifle in terms of finish and appearance but then again it weighs in at 6 pounds bare and shoots sub-MOA easily. Doesn't cost the earth so you can spend more on optics if you so desire. Flush rotary mag means you can carry a spare, or even a larger aftermarket one should you so choose. They do a ton of variants but I'd be tempted by one of the Predator 308's with 18" barrel.
I own one and wouldn't hesitate to take it in place of any of my more expensive or refined offerings. The fact its an inexpensive rifle means I don't worry about it as much in the field, either.
Again, not a refined rifle but its bloody satisfying to shoot. Hits hard right where you point it and is light to carry. Whats not to like?
- boingk
on_one_wheel wrote:If I was starting out again, I'd seriously consider a 6.5
They're becoming very popular for a good reason and the choice of projectiles is expanding.
on_one_wheel wrote:If I was starting out again, I'd seriously consider a 6.5
They're becoming very popular for a good reason and the choice of projectiles is expanding.
boingk wrote:Only drama with the 6.5 is (I think) it isn't legal for certain game in some states... if you're at all concerned about that.
Having said that they do offer the Ruger in 6.5 Creedmoor... mind you good luck finding ammo or projectiles for 6.5 anything at the moment.
Here's old mate nailing an AR500 target at 1000 yards with a basic Ruger American / Vortex Optics combo.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QUjRRr5JsA