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The Basics, Starting Out
The real basics... new to guns how to learn
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<blockquote data-quote="azsugarbear" data-source="post: 886040" data-attributes="member: 4809"><p>I really like the Savage Axis for the beginner. There aren't aftermarket upgrades for this rifle as it is their entry level gun. But they are shooters. I don't see much point in spending much until you know it is something you like and will stick with it. Again, 7mm Rem Mag is a great all-around cartridge, but it is not offered in the Axis line. So my choice would then be the 7mm-08. It can easily double as an intermediate/long range rig to get you down the road.</p><p></p><p>As far as book learning, I would focus on the magazines. The NRA's Rifleman/Hunter mags are OK. I also like Peterson's Hunting Journal and for western hunting: Eastman's. This site has some great reads on both shooting and hunting.</p><p></p><p>Try to find some guys at work, the local bar or neighborhood who hunt. They will be glad to give you their old mags. Spend a little time with them and they will probably be willing to take you hunting. From there, your contacts will grow to where you will be invited to ranges that have extended shooting capabilities. Use this site to find who lives in the area. Send them a PM. Most will be happy to take someone new under their wing.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="azsugarbear, post: 886040, member: 4809"] I really like the Savage Axis for the beginner. There aren't aftermarket upgrades for this rifle as it is their entry level gun. But they are shooters. I don't see much point in spending much until you know it is something you like and will stick with it. Again, 7mm Rem Mag is a great all-around cartridge, but it is not offered in the Axis line. So my choice would then be the 7mm-08. It can easily double as an intermediate/long range rig to get you down the road. As far as book learning, I would focus on the magazines. The NRA's Rifleman/Hunter mags are OK. I also like Peterson's Hunting Journal and for western hunting: Eastman's. This site has some great reads on both shooting and hunting. Try to find some guys at work, the local bar or neighborhood who hunt. They will be glad to give you their old mags. Spend a little time with them and they will probably be willing to take you hunting. From there, your contacts will grow to where you will be invited to ranges that have extended shooting capabilities. Use this site to find who lives in the area. Send them a PM. Most will be happy to take someone new under their wing. [/QUOTE]
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