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    Back-Up Plan! Savage .300 WSM vs. A-bolt Stainless .300 WM?

    Urgent- Hi all! I’d like to thank everyone who’s e-mailed/PM’ed me over the past couple of months. SITUATION: 1. I’ve placed an order for a Savage model 16 Left-hand, Stainless Steel, Synthetic in .300 WSM. Unfortunately, the rifle has not come into Canada yet, and the rifle is still...
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    Back-Up Plan! Savage .300 WSM vs. A-bolt Stainless .300 WM?

    Urgent- Hi all! I’d like to thank everyone who’s e-mailed/PM’ed me over the past couple of months. SITUATION: 1. I’ve placed an order for a Savage model 16 Left-hand, Stainless Steel, Synthetic in .300 WSM. Unfortunately, the rifle has not come into Canada yet, and the rifle is still...
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    Any Savage Model 16 FSS owners out there?

    Any Savage Model 16 FSS owners out there? How is the accuracy? Have you needed to restock or replace the trigger? Any other comments?
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    recoil pad for offhand magnum hunting

    How about the MERCURY in the stock - is this any good?
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    Considering using a bipod for my new rifle-any BIPODS comments?

    I'm considering mounting a bipod for hunting- thought it might increase my shooting long range...better than leaning against a rock with my baseball cap Any opinions on bipods? Are they worth it? Which would you choose? MODELS: Model BR: (Bench Rest) Lowest of the Bipods. Most useful for...
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    BIPODS? Anyone use them? Are they worth it? Harris...

    I'm considering mounting a bipod for hunting- thought it might increase my shooting long range...better than leaning against a rock with my baseball cap Any opinions on bipods? Are they worth it? Which would you choose? MODELS: Model BR: (Bench Rest) Lowest of the Bipods. Most useful for...
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    URGENT! :) Need opinion on quality scope for .300wsm Savage 16 Weather Warrior....

    Thanks guys for the input- but you're not making my job any easier ! The Zeiss that you mentioned, unfortunately, is over my initial budget (consider that I will use this rifle/scope combo for 1-2 years then buy a custom/semi-custom) -I don't want to overspend now, when I'll get first class...
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    Looking for Semi-Custom or Factory Mountain Rifle for LR Sheep, Elk, Mulies, Bear...

    Thanks guys-very informative. I've posted this in optics too, but it carries from my original post. I just decided on a long range starter rifle (semi-custom rifle to purchase at later date). It is the Model 16 Savage, Stainless steel, composite stock Weather Warrior, 24" barrel, weight 6.75...
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    Need advice-LR mountain rifle for multiple species- semi-custom or factory?

    Thanks guys-very informative. I've posted this in optics too, but it carries from my original post. I just decided on a long range starter rifle (semi-custom rifle to purchase at later date). It is the Model 16 Savage, Stainless steel, composite stock Weather Warrior, 24" barrel, weight 6.75...
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    URGENT! :) Need opinion on quality scope for .300wsm Savage 16 Weather Warrior....

    Hi Guys, New to this forum- what a good bunch of people here I just decided on a long range starter rifle (semi-custom rifle to purchase at later date). It is the Model 16 Savage, Stainless steel, composite stock Weather Warrior, 24" barrel, weight 6.75 pounds in .300WSM. I will use it...
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    Need advice-LR mountain rifle for multiple species- semi-custom or factory?

    Hi! I'm looking for a faily lightweight LEFT-HAND, long-range rifle. Probably 9 pounds max -fully equiped (Scope, sling, bipod, loaded). Ideally, a lighter rifle is better (about 7.5-8 pounds)but I'm concerned about locking on target after heavy breathing climbing up a mountain...and I always...
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    Looking for Semi-Custom or Factory Mountain Rifle for LR Sheep, Elk, Mulies, Bear...

    Hi! I'm looking for a faily lightweight LEFT-HAND, long-range rifle. Probably 9 pounds max -fully equiped (Scope, sling, bipod, loaded). Ideally, a lighter rifle is better (about 7.5-8 pounds)but I'm concerned about locking on target after heavy breathing climbing up a mountain...and I always...
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