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drfroglegs · August 13, 2012, 10:10 PM

I agree with some of the others, Savage is a great choice. I actually prefer savage over Remington, but lets not start that war!

If you're interested in a 22, I would suggest the 64 TRR-SR. You can get them for $300 all day brand new. You can read about it here: http://www.savagearms.com/firearms/model/64TRRSR

If you're looking for a higher caliber, I would suggest the 110 Long Range Hunter (also savage). It comes in 308 (not 270), but you wont see significant difference in the recoil especially since this model comes with a muzzle brake. If you get a long range hunter in 308 I will guarantee you you'll be sending me thanks later. It comes with accustock (similar to glass bedded stock) and the accutrigger (you can reduce trigger weight without compromising safety). Here's the details on the gun: http://www.savagearms.com/firearms/m...ONGRANGEHUNTER

It's closer to $900 (well above your limit), but the features definitely make it worth it. You'll spend at least $200 to add a muzzle brake, add another $100 for trigger job, at least $100 for glass bedding, $50 for cheek rest... It's best to have it already integrated into the rifle...

Good luck with your choices! P.S. I also like the Remington VTR, it's pretty bad ass and VERY accurate!

August 13, 2012, 10:10 PM	#19
drfroglegs Member Join Date: June 19, 2012 Posts: 22	I agree with some of the others, Savage is a great choice. I actually prefer savage over Remington, but lets not start that war! If you're interested in a 22, I would suggest the 64 TRR-SR. You can get them for $300 all day brand new. You can read about it here: http://www.savagearms.com/firearms/model/64TRRSR If you're looking for a higher caliber, I would suggest the 110 Long Range Hunter (also savage). It comes in 308 (not 270), but you wont see significant difference in the recoil especially since this model comes with a muzzle brake. If you get a long range hunter in 308 I will guarantee you you'll be sending me thanks later. It comes with accustock (similar to glass bedded stock) and the accutrigger (you can reduce trigger weight without compromising safety). Here's the details on the gun: http://www.savagearms.com/firearms/m...ONGRANGEHUNTER It's closer to $900 (well above your limit), but the features definitely make it worth it. You'll spend at least $200 to add a muzzle brake, add another $100 for trigger job, at least $100 for glass bedding, $50 for cheek rest... It's best to have it already integrated into the rifle... Good luck with your choices! P.S. I also like the Remington VTR, it's pretty bad ass and VERY accurate!