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Picher · August 26, 2013, 07:13 AM

If you're looking to build on it in the future, a (non-Axis) Savage or Remington SPS seem to have the most after-market goodies.

I stay away from belted magnums, preferring .30-06, .270 Win, and .243 win, but have been shooting for over 55 years. Being a gunsmith, I've shot many different rifles/cartridges, but recommend the .30-06 for all-around hunting/shooting. For a mid-range rifle, it's hard to beat .308 Win, and the now-venerable .223 Rem.

August 26, 2013, 07:13 AM	#6
Picher Senior Member Join Date: December 14, 2004 Location: Maine Posts: 3,694	If you're looking to build on it in the future, a (non-Axis) Savage or Remington SPS seem to have the most after-market goodies. I stay away from belted magnums, preferring .30-06, .270 Win, and .243 win, but have been shooting for over 55 years. Being a gunsmith, I've shot many different rifles/cartridges, but recommend the .30-06 for all-around hunting/shooting. For a mid-range rifle, it's hard to beat .308 Win, and the now-venerable .223 Rem.