Started out with floor plates and back when I hunted everyday and never unloaded my rifle I liked them. I have gradually gotten more into mag fed and detachable mag guns in my 700 bolts and ARs. I like the single feed design in my bolts as it seems to help make feeding a bit smoother and surer than staggered feed designs. For depredation on deer and hogs I definitely prefer higher capacity detachable with at least 10 rounds. Often I'll use detachable 20s to add a bit of rifle weight And limit mag changes in high opportunity situations. With the brand of Grendel mag I use the 20s are curved and much more reliable than the 15s. The AR10 gets 10s or 20s. But it's much easier to handle and manipulate with 10s.
Do you prefer a hunting rifle with a detachable mag?
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It depends on the gun, and the circumstances. If I'm hunting from a blind with a short walk then I prefer a mag. If I'm hiking, and have to go through any thickets then a flush bottom plate is nice so it doesn't snag. As long as the mag is fairly flush with the bottom then it doesn't matter much. None of that extended mag for me when it comes to hunting.
