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The Basics, Starting Out
.243 for deer hunting out to 350 yards
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<blockquote data-quote="Rifleman513" data-source="post: 1274447" data-attributes="member: 32318"><p>As others have stated Rem 700s are easy to upgrade (stocks, scope mounts, triggers, etc). Also a good 700 would be easy to sell if you ever decided to part with it, one of the most popular rifle platforms. </p><p></p><p>Someone already mentioned the Ruger American. I will admit, I tend to shy away from budget anything and shoot for mid-range priced items as a minimum. However, I bought a 243 American over the summer and it is a great shooter. I got it for almost half of retail so I couldn't pass on it. It makes a great coyote and backup deer gun that I have little money in so scratches and scuffs aren't a huge concern. </p><p></p><p>I also have two Vanguards and both shoot great, but are heavier than the Ruger. These days even cheaper guns can shoot better than most of the shooters behind them. Get your hands on a few and pick what feels best and seems to fit your needs. </p><p></p><p>As for scopes, for $500 the Vortex Viper line offers a good value. Good luck and let us know what you get into!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Rifleman513, post: 1274447, member: 32318"] As others have stated Rem 700s are easy to upgrade (stocks, scope mounts, triggers, etc). Also a good 700 would be easy to sell if you ever decided to part with it, one of the most popular rifle platforms. Someone already mentioned the Ruger American. I will admit, I tend to shy away from budget anything and shoot for mid-range priced items as a minimum. However, I bought a 243 American over the summer and it is a great shooter. I got it for almost half of retail so I couldn't pass on it. It makes a great coyote and backup deer gun that I have little money in so scratches and scuffs aren't a huge concern. I also have two Vanguards and both shoot great, but are heavier than the Ruger. These days even cheaper guns can shoot better than most of the shooters behind them. Get your hands on a few and pick what feels best and seems to fit your needs. As for scopes, for $500 the Vortex Viper line offers a good value. Good luck and let us know what you get into! [/QUOTE]
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