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<blockquote data-quote="bblaine2k" data-source="post: 53895" data-attributes="member: 1440"><p>Ernie,</p><p></p><p>I'd suggest you do a search on each question you have in the archives, you'll find tons of info in there.</p><p></p><p>While these guys in here are quick to help, they sometimes tire of answering the same questions - or perceived same questions. Again, look in the archives.</p><p></p><p>As for what I can tell you, well here goes. I'm new myself. I got a Remington 700 Sendero in 7 Remington Ultra Mag, added a Harris Bipod, put on a Sightron SII Series 6-24 X scope and have reloaded a ton. On a college budget, this probably isn't possible, I've got about $1200 in it now and it is a "budget" rig compared to the stuff some of the guys in here shoot. I'd suggest you get a rangefinder for sure and an excellant rest - either bipod or a bench rest depending on what you're shooting (targets vs. deer). There are several heavy barrel factory rifles available BUT you might consider getting a used action and put on a custom heavy barrel - you might be able to get a better more accurate gun at a cheaper than factory price MAYBE! Your choice of 300 Win. Mag is a very popular choice with some of the pro's and is what they started with. Others I have seen recommended a lot are the 7 Rem Mag, 308 and a variety of wildcats such as the 6.5 X 284 and others. Plan on doing lots of shooting at every range not just 100 but 500 and 600 as well. Keep records of your shots. How much practice varies but most guys shoot at least 500 rounds. Myself, I've shot 120 rounds out of my new barrel and haven't settled on a load yet! There are other things to consider but as a beginner myself, these are the things that have been stressed time and again. </p><p></p><p>Welcome aboard, I think it will be a challenging, learning and fun experience.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="bblaine2k, post: 53895, member: 1440"] Ernie, I'd suggest you do a search on each question you have in the archives, you'll find tons of info in there. While these guys in here are quick to help, they sometimes tire of answering the same questions - or perceived same questions. Again, look in the archives. As for what I can tell you, well here goes. I'm new myself. I got a Remington 700 Sendero in 7 Remington Ultra Mag, added a Harris Bipod, put on a Sightron SII Series 6-24 X scope and have reloaded a ton. On a college budget, this probably isn't possible, I've got about $1200 in it now and it is a "budget" rig compared to the stuff some of the guys in here shoot. I'd suggest you get a rangefinder for sure and an excellant rest - either bipod or a bench rest depending on what you're shooting (targets vs. deer). There are several heavy barrel factory rifles available BUT you might consider getting a used action and put on a custom heavy barrel - you might be able to get a better more accurate gun at a cheaper than factory price MAYBE! Your choice of 300 Win. Mag is a very popular choice with some of the pro's and is what they started with. Others I have seen recommended a lot are the 7 Rem Mag, 308 and a variety of wildcats such as the 6.5 X 284 and others. Plan on doing lots of shooting at every range not just 100 but 500 and 600 as well. Keep records of your shots. How much practice varies but most guys shoot at least 500 rounds. Myself, I've shot 120 rounds out of my new barrel and haven't settled on a load yet! There are other things to consider but as a beginner myself, these are the things that have been stressed time and again. Welcome aboard, I think it will be a challenging, learning and fun experience. [/QUOTE]
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