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<blockquote data-quote="Ger34" data-source="post: 1621455" data-attributes="member: 91668"><p>[QUOTE="Brydawg512, post:</p><p></p><p>I'm in the market for a new hunting rifle, chambered in 7mm rem mag. I hunt black bear, deer and elk and I would like accuracy capabilities on game out to 500-600 yards and steel out to around 1,000. I plan to use handloads as well.</p><p></p><p>I had my eyes on the Bergara B14 Hunter, but just recently heard some less than satisfactory things about them and I am now directing my eyes elsewhere. For my budget, I'd like to stay under $700, but if it's really worth it I can move up to $800.</p><p></p><p>Please let me know your recommendations.</p><p></p><p>Much appreciated!</p></blockquote><p></p><p>Ok, so i'm pretty much a newbie here... And im sure there will be gasps and quiet whispering going on after my comments.. Thats expected</p><p></p><p>Dont underestimate the Weatherby Vanguard S2.</p><p></p><p>35yrs ago I purchased an original Vanguard in '06 when the promise of "quaranteed 1.5" groups at 100yds" came out and it has lived up to its promise with every brand (including old handloads that wouldn't cycle in a buddies Win Model 70), weight, and age of ammo put through it. My Nephew uses it now</p><p></p><p>2 years ago i got into handloading to cut costs and regain some of that accuracy missing in todays factory loads...I also bought another Vanguard (S2) in 6.5x55 Swede.</p><p></p><p>Yup.. Its slow, my handloads are just cresting that 2700fps window with not even the slightest hint of pressure on the brass</p><p></p><p>Penetration? 140gr Sierra in the Swede is penetrating an average of 4" deeper than 165gr Sierra in 06</p><p></p><p>Is it North American? No... Mostly made by Howa in Japan using Weatherbys specifications.</p><p>If someone can tell me how to upload a photo WITHOUT photobucket.. Ill post my 5 shot group at 100... A little larger than a dime with my flyer</p><p></p><p>Bergara? My 2nd boss swears by them, but he also distributes them, so he maybe a bit biased. I will say I havent seen very many in his warranty shop.. Maybe 2 or 3 tops</p><p></p><p>My .02c</p><p></p><p>Update 10/22/20</p><p>Photo: 5 shots @100yds</p><p>[/QUOTE]</p>
[QUOTE="Ger34, post: 1621455, member: 91668"] [QUOTE="Brydawg512, post: I'm in the market for a new hunting rifle, chambered in 7mm rem mag. I hunt black bear, deer and elk and I would like accuracy capabilities on game out to 500-600 yards and steel out to around 1,000. I plan to use handloads as well. I had my eyes on the Bergara B14 Hunter, but just recently heard some less than satisfactory things about them and I am now directing my eyes elsewhere. For my budget, I'd like to stay under $700, but if it's really worth it I can move up to $800. Please let me know your recommendations. Much appreciated![/QUOTE] Ok, so i'm pretty much a newbie here... And im sure there will be gasps and quiet whispering going on after my comments.. Thats expected Dont underestimate the Weatherby Vanguard S2. 35yrs ago I purchased an original Vanguard in '06 when the promise of "quaranteed 1.5" groups at 100yds" came out and it has lived up to its promise with every brand (including old handloads that wouldn't cycle in a buddies Win Model 70), weight, and age of ammo put through it. My Nephew uses it now 2 years ago i got into handloading to cut costs and regain some of that accuracy missing in todays factory loads...I also bought another Vanguard (S2) in 6.5x55 Swede. Yup.. Its slow, my handloads are just cresting that 2700fps window with not even the slightest hint of pressure on the brass Penetration? 140gr Sierra in the Swede is penetrating an average of 4" deeper than 165gr Sierra in 06 Is it North American? No... Mostly made by Howa in Japan using Weatherbys specifications. If someone can tell me how to upload a photo WITHOUT photobucket.. Ill post my 5 shot group at 100... A little larger than a dime with my flyer Bergara? My 2nd boss swears by them, but he also distributes them, so he maybe a bit biased. I will say I havent seen very many in his warranty shop.. Maybe 2 or 3 tops My .02c Update 10/22/20 Photo: 5 shots @100yds [/QUOTE]
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