[goose7856]

I made a post earlier about getting a really nice gun ($1200), but have changed my mind. I want to get a nice solid gun, but dont want a gigantic price tag. $600 is the absolute most I want to pay out the door. Id rather stay in the $400 range. I really like the looks of the Weatherby Vangaurd SS (comes with a wood stock and stainless barrel), and the Winchester Model 70 (also with a wood stock and stainless barrel)...on Winchesters website it said the MSRP is $800, but normally they sell for alot less than that, what would a reasonable cost be for BOTH guns (sold separately).

The best I would be able to get is a Tikka. Ive heard they are outstanding. Im just not sure if I should lay down that much cash for a gun. I think I can get it for $600 (maybe a little less).

BTW, my uncle has a scope he said I can use. It is a 2-7x28x32? Red Field Widefield. Its a nice scope. Not great but not bad. Its what I used before I bought a new scope for the gun I have right now. So the scope issue gives me a couple extra bucks to spend on the gun, i guess?!

Also, I will be getting a gun in either 25-06, 25 WSSM, .243, 243 WSSM, (in that range).
Thanx and sry its pretty long,

TIA

 

[BuckTrucker]

Where's the choice for Tikka as in your heading? Bet that changes the results.

 

[Squeeze]

Tikka!

I didn't vote in your poll, since there was no choice for TIkka.

So I will put my vote here: Tikka T3 in .25-06!

Squeeze

 

[goose7856]

haha, I put it on the post, it just didnt show up!.....is there a way to fix it?

Thanx

 

[Lawdog]

I'll wait yntil you get the poll fixed before voting. Lawdog

 

[goose7856]

LAWDOG, I dont know how to fix the poll. Is there a place where you can edit it?

TIA

 

[Redhawk1]

Where's the choice for Tikka as in your heading? Bet that changes the results.

I would have to second that. I would go with a Tikka, before any of the others listed.

 

[Ramrod]

The Winchester is a classy looking, sweet handling rifle, and made in the U.S. if that is important to you.

 

[goose7856]

Heres another option I hadnt thought of.

How are the Charles Daly rfiles.

I think they are a sponser/moderator on the forum but im not sure. They have a nice looking rifle right at the $400 mark.....how do they compare to the vangaurd and featherlight....(i think the tikka is a whole another ball game?!)??

TIA

 

[Grubbs]

No Contest.......Tikka

 

[goose7856]

how much more will the Tikka cost than the others???

 

[MT4XFore]

"goose"
Does the name Tikka sound familiar? All your choices are good choices, but what the folks are trying to say is, that the most bang for your buck will be a Tikka. I just got one for my son, a T3, 7mm Rem Mag, for $589 from the sporting goods store here in town. Blued, synthetic stock, rings, etc. You get an adjustable trigger, a Sako barrel and one of the smoothest actions you've ever seen. Oh yes, and out of the box they are one of the best shootin' rifles you can get! I believe that fits the "under $600" stipulation you put on it. You can't go wrong with a Tikka!

Good luck, and enjoy!!!!!

Jim

 

[Lawdog]

LAWDOG, I dont know how to fix the poll. Is there a place where you can edit it?

TIA

Zachary[/color] the Moderator of this forum can help you edit your poll. It’s his area and I can’t help you here. Lawdog

 

[jro45]

The Winchester is great wood and CAN SHOOT. The WBY is probably sythenic I know my Mark 5 is but it can shoot also. Don't know about a Tika?

 

[Badnews Bob]

Can you say CZ very nice rifles, Mostly same price range. 8)

 

[Handwerk]

Rifle

Tikka for sure. I've bought 3 in the last 2 years. I looked at everything else, the Tikka's are a great value, with great features.

 

[alaskacajun]

I've got the Vanguard and I love it. I've owned a Winchester and don't like the safety very much, other than that, it's a pretty good rifle.

 

[mt3030]

I've been a Remington fan for 30 years. Bought my first Tikka T-3 in 25-06 last year. My next new rifle will be another Tikka T-3.

Wally

 

[Switchhitter]

Classic Featherweight or Vanguard Sporter SS

I checked them both out Saturday...needless too say they are both nice looking...but for practical use and long term durability...Winchester Classic Featherweight...for best feel Winchester Classic Featherweight...MADE IN AMERICA...Winchester Classic Featherweight...made in Japan Weatherby Vanguard Sporter SS...

I'm now looking over at my new Winchester Classic Featherweight in 30.06 with a Nikon Buckmaster Scope... :-D that's my vote...

Switchhitter...[/b]

 

[krochus]

CZ with a full stock chambered in 6.5x55 swedish that's all you need to know.