300 yard target rifle
Would like to ask what would be the best all around target rifle and caliber. Something that would not break the bank. Will be shooting at 300 yards. Have heard 223,243,308 for calibers. Some say Savage some Remington ????? Would appericate any and all Help
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Savages are very accurate out of the box, esp considering the price. Spend your savings on good glass and reloading equipment/supplies. 0 -
Some rifles shoot better than others and you can't tell by looking at them. +1 for loading for it; you will get the best if you do your part. I'm very fond of the 7mm Rem Mag but would consider a 7mm08 or a 280 Rem. You should also narrow down the type of shooting. I'm working on an offhand rifle. Made on a Newton action with double set triggers, its in 30-06 now but I'd rather have it in 280 Ackley improved. Different stock style than benchrest. The last several single shot New England ones did very well considering the price. 0 -
For 300 yards, 223. Lots of loaded ammo choices. Just remember, good ammo costs more. Shoot junk most likely get junk groups. If you reload, cartridge choice less meaningful.
Rifles, I'd most likely go Savage. But Remington, Tikka, even Browning have nice target style rifles. Get a good scope.0 -
I habe had very good results with the Remington M700 Tactical in 7.62X51mm (.308). For off the shelf ammo I had good results with the Federal Gold Medal Match 165 grain jhpbt. The Hornady TAP 155 grain ballistic tip is also very good for me in this rifle. I agree with skyfish - good glass is at least as important as the rifle to ensure maximum accuracy. I also agree that well made handloads with top quality components will allow you to tailor the load to you and your rifle. One thing I have found is that the maximum load is seldom the most accurate load, but that takes some experimenting. I suggest the .308 over the .223 simply because it bucks the wind a little better. 0 -
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HI Savage, Rem. .the 22's are to small at 300 yds, if you have any wind. Even if you learn to adjust for it. It will never be as good as a bullet, with a Hi B C. .308, with 165 to 180 gr premium bullets ahead of your hand load, should be good. As said earlier the quality of the glass is as important as the gun itself. Even if you have put some of it on a CC, get good glass. I'd much rather have a good used Leupold, or nikon, etc., than a new cheap weaver, bushnell, tasco. Hawkshaw 0 -
I had a Savage tactical that would do about 2-2 1/2" at 300yd.
The Remington PSS-LTR I have now doea about the same.
Both are in 308.
The Savage liked Federal Match best.
The Rem-Winchester. I worked up loads that matched them.
I have a Rem 223 with a Douglas 1-8 twist bbl that will put 77gr. loads in about 1 1/2" at 300yd.0 -
I like the 7mm-08 or the .308 because they have more balls then the .223. I'd go with Savage over Remington just because of the price but Remington would be a close second. Save the money on the Savage as others have said and get some top quality glass. 0 -
If u want/ canafford a high-end Remington (sendero) get that ... If not buy a savage with the accu-trigger. The 308 is great with some recoil... The 22-250 has almost no recoil and is very accurate at 300 yds... Yes the wind will push it a little more but ur wife and chid will enjoy it also... Sierra blitz- kings are what mysavage likes... Black hillsgold TSX for 308's 0 -
Well Bob, 1st I want to welcome you to the forums. 2nd, opinions are like back sides, everyone has one and they all stink! Lol! Having said that, do some reseach on youtube regarding the model 700 remingtons. Once your research is complete you will never buy a remington 700. They have an inherent design flaw in their safety mechanism's. If your pockets aren't deep then the savage model 110 is your best bet in either 308 or 30.06(deer hunting). The early models didn't have the accutriggers, so again do some research and find the correct rifle for you. All of the people here on G.B. are good people. Some of us enjoy a good hunt, others are avid proficient range shooters so our opinions vary but we all have one thing in common, we are all patriot Americans who love our freedoms and shooting. So once again, welcome! 0 -
thebob1111,
If it wasn't so darn funny, it would truly be sad when YouTube is quoted as being the sole source for research as it applies to Remingtons and Remington triggers. Maybe if amateurs would actually sit down and learn about triggers and trigger design then adjust, let's say 2-3,000 Remington triggers as a job, they might have a leg to stand on. They might also have some inkling of an idea of what they want to try to communicate instead of maliciously castigating a fine firearm. Lack of accurate information and emotional diatribes contribute nothing to a reasonable discussion about firearms.
We tune somewhere between 700 and 1,000 Remington triggers a year. None have been defective, none have been involved in any accidents, none have failed to operate properly when properly maintained.
As to the selection of a target rifle, I suggest starting with a basic Remington or Savage if you have to, then practice shooting in the conditions available in your area. I say Remington from the standpoint of parts availability and the wide range of accessories which are made for these rifles. Given an appropriate budget you can have anything from a top end target rifle for long range to a well designed, classic hunting rifle.
Buy the best glass you can afford but be sure to save every penny to buy the best if you fall short. Do not settle for less in glass.
The .223 Remington and the .308 Win. would be smart choices simply due to the wide variety of target ammunition on the shelf as well as a large selection of top quality components for reloading. Both cartridges are fielded on a daily basis in target shooting circles and competitions. I shoot both in competitions out to 1,000 yards with accurate results. For 300 yards, I'd start with the .223 then switch if you felt the need for larger diameter, heavier bullets.
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