Need accurate .308 - Page 2

mnhntr · September 17, 2012, 10:47 PM

SAVAGE 110

jdscholer · September 17, 2012, 11:34 PM

In my experience, 308's that don't shoot well are the exception rather than the rule. I've seen plenty that shot MOA with factory ammo right out of the box, or even out of the pawn shop.

As said look for one that fits you, has the features that you want, hopefully already with a scope mounting system, and if used, check it carefully for issues. Also it it is a rifle that will be carried and hunted with a lot, pay attentiion to whether or not it is comfortable to carry. I'm probably not the only one who has fell outa love with a rifle after packing it for a few miles. jd

togojeff · September 18, 2012, 12:00 AM

My vote goes to the Venture as well. With mine in 243 I had no problem getting it down to 1/2 inch groups at 100 yds with handloads.Trigger is also
very good, almost as good as my T3.

allaroundhunter · September 18, 2012, 01:32 AM

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Originally Posted by mnhntr

SAVAGE 110

That would mean he would have to get an older, used .308 Win. The model 110 has been Savage's designation for their long action series for almost 15 years. If he wants a new Savage in that style he needs to be looking for a Savage Model 10.

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mnhntr · September 19, 2012, 03:31 PM

Correct you are I hit one too many 1s

Mayor Al · September 20, 2012, 07:27 AM

I own two Winchester Model 100's both .308 caliber. I bought them used both for less than $600 each. One is the 'rifle' the other the shorter Carbine version. I can honestly say that they both perform very well. While I tend to shoot at shorter ranges than what you are asking, I did nail my one and only Elk kill at 330 yards with the rifle a few years ago.

Here are my two Model 100's. Quite satisfactory and within your budget range.

Jack O'Conner · September 20, 2012, 07:29 AM

TIKKA has a teflon smooth action and exceptional trigger. Accurasy is legendary.

TR

Joe Chicago · September 22, 2012, 06:08 PM

Look at the Weatherby Vanguard S2. The factory guarantees one MOA and in many reviews people beat that by a long shot. The rifle is heavy compared to many competitors, but that may be a good thing if you are shooting from a stand or bench and not walking much. It has a great trigger, but it is two-stage, and that is not to everyone's liking.

miykael · September 26, 2012, 03:12 PM

I'm using mine dual purpose (bought it used with under 500 rounds). Finally headspaced it (Hornady OAL gauge & comparator) and after testing the Barnes LRX 175 (at different Ogives OALs), this rifle is shooting better than .75MOA of a bipod. Remember 20" barrel too.

Considering this rifle was only in the $500 range used, not too bad. Same for the Rem700 SPS Tactical. It's a heavier barrel but my best group was .3MOA, which is incredible for a another used $500 rifle. Even if it shot .5MOA, that's still $3-4000 custom rifle grouping. Of course, it needs to be handloaded.

September 17, 2012, 11:34 PM	#27
jdscholer Senior Member Join Date: March 23, 2008 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 1,197	In my experience, 308's that don't shoot well are the exception rather than the rule. I've seen plenty that shot MOA with factory ammo right out of the box, or even out of the pawn shop. As said look for one that fits you, has the features that you want, hopefully already with a scope mounting system, and if used, check it carefully for issues. Also it it is a rifle that will be carried and hunted with a lot, pay attentiion to whether or not it is comfortable to carry. I'm probably not the only one who has fell outa love with a rifle after packing it for a few miles. jd __________________ "We're all dummies, just in different ways." Old Okie Philosopher

September 20, 2012, 07:29 AM	#32
Jack O'Conner Senior Member Join Date: July 11, 2005 Location: Manatee County, Florida Posts: 1,976	TIKKA has a teflon smooth action and exceptional trigger. Accurasy is legendary. TR __________________ Fire up the grill! Deer hunting IS NOT catch and release.

September 26, 2012, 03:12 PM	#34
miykael Member Join Date: November 7, 2009 Posts: 84	Savage 10 Precision Carbine .308 I'm using mine dual purpose (bought it used with under 500 rounds). Finally headspaced it (Hornady OAL gauge & comparator) and after testing the Barnes LRX 175 (at different Ogives OALs), this rifle is shooting better than .75MOA of a bipod. Remember 20" barrel too. Considering this rifle was only in the $500 range used, not too bad. Same for the Rem700 SPS Tactical. It's a heavier barrel but my best group was .3MOA, which is incredible for a another used $500 rifle. Even if it shot .5MOA, that's still $3-4000 custom rifle grouping. Of course, it needs to be handloaded. Last edited by miykael; September 26, 2012 at 03:17 PM.

September 17, 2012, 10:47 PM	#26
mnhntr Senior Member Join Date: April 9, 2008 Posts: 972	SAVAGE 110

September 18, 2012, 12:00 AM	#28
togojeff Junior Member Join Date: November 25, 2008 Location: Saskatchewan Posts: 8	My vote goes to the Venture as well. With mine in 243 I had no problem getting it down to 1/2 inch groups at 100 yds with handloads.Trigger is also very good, almost as good as my T3.

September 19, 2012, 03:31 PM	#30
mnhntr Senior Member Join Date: April 9, 2008 Posts: 972	Correct you are I hit one too many 1s

September 20, 2012, 07:27 AM	#31
Mayor Al Senior Member Join Date: March 20, 2011 Location: Southern Indiana, Near Louisville. Posts: 211	I own two Winchester Model 100's both .308 caliber. I bought them used both for less than $600 each. One is the 'rifle' the other the shorter Carbine version. I can honestly say that they both perform very well. While I tend to shoot at shorter ranges than what you are asking, I did nail my one and only Elk kill at 330 yards with the rifle a few years ago. Here are my two Model 100's. Quite satisfactory and within your budget range.

September 22, 2012, 06:08 PM	#33
Joe Chicago Senior Member Join Date: November 11, 2011 Location: Chicago area Posts: 277	Look at the Weatherby Vanguard S2. The factory guarantees one MOA and in many reviews people beat that by a long shot. The rifle is heavy compared to many competitors, but that may be a good thing if you are shooting from a stand or bench and not walking much. It has a great trigger, but it is two-stage, and that is not to everyone's liking.