October 29, 2012, 03:56 PM | #1 |
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.308 Carbine suggestions?
Its time to add a all-purpose semi-auto rifle to my collection.
I'm looking for a 16-17" carbine .308 of decent quality at minimal expense (think Glock/CZ persona). Ideally it would have a accessory rail and able to mount a scope on top and a Burris FastFire at 45 degrees or on on the side for short range. Basically I'm looking for something like the SA M1A, a AR-10 without the handle or maybe a Remington 750. By all-purpose I mean capable of deer hunting, defense, bear defense, hogs, rapid fire up close and reasonably good accuracy out to a couple hundred yards or so. I really dont know much about rifles, I mostly need a shopping list of well known decent quality items that are a good value... Suggestions? |
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Check out the PTR - 91 if you don't mind a little weight.
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October 30, 2012, 02:49 AM | #3 |
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Maybe look at an FNAR.
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not sure what minimal cost is, but these are great.
http://www.rockriverarms.com/index.c...ategory_id=400 308 carbines are much more expensive than their 556 counterparts.
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It will be hard to find a lightweight and maneuverable .308 carbine. The rifles that have been mentioned all are quite heavy and have longer barrels (with the possible exception of the Rock River).
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SIG 716 is pretty small as far as a 308 Carbine....cheap? Depends on how you define cheap.
The PTR-91/HK-G3 clones are a BATTLE RIFLE clone. Not a carbine by any stretch. Much more of a DMR/Target type rifle. |
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The difference between a rifle and a carbine is very subjective.
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quote..." I really do not know much about rifles......." kinda gives the clue that other options...other than "SEMI-AUTO".....should/could/would be considered....considering the general doitall aspect of the carbine......but thanks for pointing this out for me...allaroundhunter....cuzIdontread good...
and it is a stretch....to describe a SA M1A...as a carbine...even with the short barrel..... Last edited by roashooter; October 30, 2012 at 04:31 PM. |
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^ Yea, but not new to rifles in general (born in the woods), just dont know much about what is currently available or what is a good bargin.
I am looking for semi-auto. That bolt isnt far off the mark overall, just looking for rapid fire ability at closer range (hogs, bears, elk, wolves, moose, etc) I'm trying to stay under $1000 - So any respectable short 308 semi-auto suggestion is appriciated. Its part of the budget for a extended vacation/drive to Alaska via Yellowstone, NW Idaho, and on up the AlCan during the thawed/warmer season - a 2 year plan is in the works Great suggestions, I didnt know most of those existed, thanks and keep them coming Last edited by Dashunde; October 30, 2012 at 04:52 PM. |
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only 308.....that will come under the $1000....is going to be a bolt...with the exception of the remmy 750
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allaround....by your own posting.....SA are too heavy for "carbines"....inspite of what SA says.....otherwise why are you nitpicking?
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You might be able to find a DPMS Sportical .308 for under $1,000. There really won't be many other .308s at that price range.
I forgot about this one for a second. A Saiga in .308 can be found for less than $1,000 quite regularly. Quote:
Having shot both Socom II's and AR-10 pattern rifles, the Socom is much more maneuverable. I haven't even looked at Springfield's specifications on this. Numbers on a page mean much less than hands-on experience. And when I made the comment concerning weight and maneuverability I was specifically referring to the FNAR and PTR-91. Last edited by allaroundhunter; October 30, 2012 at 04:46 PM. |
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"Carbine", "Ranch Gun", etc... I dont care, so long as its 16-17", the rest is symantics.
I'm open to all of them really, regardless of nomenclature. Weight is important, I would like to walk with it, but price will play a equally large role. |
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I'm in the same boat you are, same philosophies if use and everything! I ordered a DPMS 308 Recon. It will suit all of your specified needs. I'm getting mine for $1275.00.
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Maybe you should rethink a .308 Semi-Auto Carbine for under $1,000.00.
In that price range you would perhaps be better off looking for something in 7.62x39 or saving up until you have a little more cash to drop. PTR-91 will run you about $1,000.00 but they are by no means light. AK's are not that light either but the ammunition will be much less expensive. Of the creatures you listed below the only one I am unsure of would be 7.62x39 vs a Bear. I have not and do not know anyone who has had to shoot at bear with an AK or SKS type rifle. Despite what you read; you can hit man sized targets out past 100 yards with an AK style rifle. |
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How about a saiga in .308 it seems to fit all of your criteria. Light weight, 16 inch bbl, mag fed, reliable, and its under 1k.
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A possible suggestion is a FAL with 16 or 18 inch barrel. I have a DSA FAL Para with 16 inch barrel. The short gas version weighs 8.25 pounds. I have the regular length gas system, so it weighs a little more.
FAL's have excellent ergonomics, low recoil for a .308 (thanks to the adjustable gas system) and can be set up to for a scope or red dot easily. They are extremely reliable and pretty accurate, though a little less then a M1A. They are a battle tested design, fielded by over 70's countries, all over the world. Bostons Gun Bible ranks the FAL and M1A as the top battle rifles, but that does not include the SCAR- which might take top honors these days, except for the cost. Larry Vickers is also a big fan of the platform. You can read a lot more about them on the falfiles. |
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He may have specified semi, but he described a bolt action.
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Within 200 yards, there will not be much of a difference in accuracy between a bolt and a semi. I would also have no problems whitetail hunting with a semi, but either a bolt or a semi would work for that application. |
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My vote is bump your budget slightly and go AR-10 platform...or go Saiga .308 if you stay under 1k. The AR-10 will likely be more accurate but I think it will also be the heavier of the two.
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