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Ushio
Profile Blog Joined June 2010
Canada868 Posts
August 10 2013 22:18 GMT
#21
Cant go wrong with an R700
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Disregard
Profile Blog Joined March 2007
China10252 Posts
August 10 2013 23:09 GMT
#22
R700 is the classic, can't go wrong.
"If I had to take a drug in order to be free, I'm screwed. Freedom exists in the mind, otherwise it doesn't exist."
theking1
Profile Joined June 2013
Romania658 Posts
August 10 2013 23:24 GMT
#23
So you like to kill animals just for fun with rifles designed to be used in warfare.

" I'm 24 and I need new hobbie "

collecting stamps,dolls,action figures,dating women,playing sc2!!!!!!! there are many hobies in the world beside killing things and owning guns that kill a lot of people

" e, I'll be looking to buy a bolt action rifle, scope, and all the necessary accessories which go with it (trigger lock, cleaning kit, etc). I "

are you planning to go to irak or something?with 1200$ you can but a lot of things beside weapons and ammo,
Djzapz
Profile Blog Joined August 2009
Canada10681 Posts
August 10 2013 23:32 GMT
#24
Ok thank you!
"My incompetence with power tools had been increasing exponentially over the course of 20 years spent inhaling experimental oven cleaners"
Whole
Profile Blog Joined May 2010
United States6046 Posts
Last Edited: 2013-08-11 05:45:02
August 11 2013 05:42 GMT
#25
Have you ever gone hunting before OP? It sounds like you haven't. IMO, you should maybe borrow a gun or something before you just straight up buy one to go hunting. It seems like a pretty big investment if you never did it before...I live in southern Louisiana and tried hunting a few times, and it never really appealed to me despite having effortless access to it. If you have gone hunting before thought, good luck and have fun ^_^.

And remember to clean your gun after every hunt!
polishedturd
Profile Joined October 2010
United States505 Posts
Last Edited: 2013-08-11 07:41:51
August 11 2013 07:40 GMT
#26
ruger bolt guns are pretty good, as are the winchesters (model 70 is a classic for a reason)

as for caliber, if you are dead set on going centerfire (if this is your first rifle I HIGHLY recommend getting a .22, despite what you said in your post) .270 is a pretty good choice. if you want a little more pop I would probably go .30-06, which can be an extremely versatile cartridge

also, if this is your first rifle learn how to shoot irons before you put glass on it
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Capped
Profile Blog Joined June 2011
United Kingdom7236 Posts
August 11 2013 12:20 GMT
#27
Man i never really saw the issue with people owning firearms and whatnot untill now

Good luck anyway
Useless wet fish.
Djzapz
Profile Blog Joined August 2009
Canada10681 Posts
Last Edited: 2013-08-11 14:52:18
August 11 2013 14:39 GMT
#28
On August 11 2013 14:42 Whole wrote:
Have you ever gone hunting before OP? It sounds like you haven't. IMO, you should maybe borrow a gun or something before you just straight up buy one to go hunting. It seems like a pretty big investment if you never did it before...I live in southern Louisiana and tried hunting a few times, and it never really appealed to me despite having effortless access to it. If you have gone hunting before thought, good luck and have fun ^_^.

And remember to clean your gun after every hunt!

The point is I'm getting my licenses, then it'll take a few months before I can buy something. During that time, I'll go. Also, frankly it's not a big investment for me. I've set a price to be reasonable but money is not a problem in the slightest.

On August 11 2013 16:40 polishedturd wrote:
ruger bolt guns are pretty good, as are the winchesters (model 70 is a classic for a reason)

as for caliber, if you are dead set on going centerfire (if this is your first rifle I HIGHLY recommend getting a .22, despite what you said in your post) .270 is a pretty good choice. if you want a little more pop I would probably go .30-06, which can be an extremely versatile cartridge

also, if this is your first rifle learn how to shoot irons before you put glass on it

Yep I'm only interested in center fire. It seems like a lot of people think I need a .22, so either I'll just get one or I'll borrow a friends. I already have a buddy who has a few and said he'd let me borrow his for an extended period of time.

On August 11 2013 21:20 Capped wrote:
Man i never really saw the issue with people owning firearms and whatnot untill now

Good luck anyway

Why is this? If I do go through with it, there are very few people who are more reasonable than myself who will have one, tbh! What's so outrageous? Is my general ignorance bothering you? Before I even get a rifle I need to go through 16 hours of safety and hunting classes after which I need to wait months before I can purchase a firearm and after that I'll be surrounded with people who are experienced... and their even more experienced dads.

The alternative for me would have been getting those classes done when I was 14 and having a gun in my hands at that time, getting familiarized with it as a kid. Instead, I'm going through the same learning now that I'm a 24 year old university class lecturer. How much worse can it be?

If anything it should be encouraging that I'm weary enough to ask questions rather than act tough and pretend like I know everything. I'm openly curious and concerned about safety and everything. I don't understand why people can think it's a bad thing.

I still chose to ask questions here because like I mentioned earlier, some folks are stuck with their old ways and I want to be sure I'm not missing anything. That said, it seems like we've talked about what needed to be said. If anybody's got something new to add, go ahead! And if you think I'm crazy for whatever reason, feel free to PM me your sentiment!

Cheers everybody
"My incompetence with power tools had been increasing exponentially over the course of 20 years spent inhaling experimental oven cleaners"
ZeaL.
Profile Blog Joined April 2009
United States5955 Posts
August 11 2013 15:50 GMT
#29
I mean if you feel like it's not a big investment/money is not a huge issue for you then by all means, go for it. But it would suck for you to plop down a grand on a gun you use to go hunting once with and then find out you hate hunting lol. If you find out all you want to do is plinking or target shooting you have options that are much much cheaper.
Djzapz
Profile Blog Joined August 2009
Canada10681 Posts
August 11 2013 16:08 GMT
#30
Well I'll have some time to try it out
"My incompetence with power tools had been increasing exponentially over the course of 20 years spent inhaling experimental oven cleaners"
chadissilent
Profile Blog Joined September 2010
Canada1187 Posts
August 11 2013 17:51 GMT
#31
A new gun purchase is always an important decision, especially when it's your first. You have to consider many things like kick, ammunition size/cost, potential upgrades for the weapon, intended use, frequency of use among others. Most importantly, did he bang your gf or just get a blowjob?
Djzapz
Profile Blog Joined August 2009
Canada10681 Posts
August 11 2013 22:49 GMT
#32
On August 12 2013 02:51 chadissilent wrote:
A new gun purchase is always an important decision, especially when it's your first. You have to consider many things like kick, ammunition size/cost, potential upgrades for the weapon, intended use, frequency of use among others. Most importantly, did he bang your gf or just get a blowjob?

I wouldn't be much of a man if I settled disputes with violence
"My incompetence with power tools had been increasing exponentially over the course of 20 years spent inhaling experimental oven cleaners"
DeepElemBlues
Profile Blog Joined January 2011
United States5079 Posts
August 11 2013 23:48 GMT
#33
On August 12 2013 07:49 Djzapz wrote:
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On August 12 2013 02:51 chadissilent wrote:
A new gun purchase is always an important decision, especially when it's your first. You have to consider many things like kick, ammunition size/cost, potential upgrades for the weapon, intended use, frequency of use among others. Most importantly, did he bang your gf or just get a blowjob?

I wouldn't be much of a man if I settled disputes with violence


that's right, real men settle disputes with threats of violence
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Blade2322
Profile Joined November 2010
Japan99 Posts
August 12 2013 14:37 GMT
#34
I would suggest looking into a 30-30 lever action. Nice first rifle, not much kick and more then enough power to hunt anything up to deer. Also they are pretty lightweight so u can carry one around all day and not mind it much.

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ieatkids5
Profile Blog Joined September 2004
United States4628 Posts
August 12 2013 15:54 GMT
#35
in contrast to all the people implying you're a crazy redneck, i think this is pretty cool. i love the process of doing research to find out about getting your first X - when i was finding a good laptop, looking for my first 'real' pair of headphones, etc. getting a new rifle must be exciting.
Djzapz
Profile Blog Joined August 2009
Canada10681 Posts
Last Edited: 2013-08-12 16:29:36
August 12 2013 16:29 GMT
#36
On August 12 2013 23:37 Blade2322 wrote:
I would suggest looking into a 30-30 lever action. Nice first rifle, not much kick and more then enough power to hunt anything up to deer. Also they are pretty lightweight so u can carry one around all day and not mind it much.

I thought about it and I'm a lot less interested in those, as a matter of personal preference. At the risk of sounding shallow, I really like bolt action in general. The motion is cool, it looks good, etc.

On August 13 2013 00:54 ieatkids5 wrote:
in contrast to all the people implying you're a crazy redneck, i think this is pretty cool. i love the process of doing research to find out about getting your first X - when i was finding a good laptop, looking for my first 'real' pair of headphones, etc. getting a new rifle must be exciting.

Everything I every buy that costs over $500 is obsessively and thoroughly researched. Add the fact that it's an item that comes with certain risks, and you can be sure I won't take it lightly. Thanks for the positive comment though. It's kind of funny to think that people would view me as someone who leans right when I'm very much on the left politically... Perhaps this new little interest of mine is a wild plot twist :D
"My incompetence with power tools had been increasing exponentially over the course of 20 years spent inhaling experimental oven cleaners"
ahswtini
Profile Blog Joined June 2008
Northern Ireland22213 Posts
August 15 2013 03:36 GMT
#37
As someone who shoots more pistol than rifle, I can't give you any solid suggestions on what to buy. I would advise that you get as much rangetime practice as you can, especially if you plan to go hunting. Calibre wise, I'd recommend a .308 for its versatility. The .270 has a flatter trajectory which is good for open country hunting. The .308 will put down animals a little faster though. You can also use the .308 in more weapons platforms such as the AR-10. The recoil shouldn't be a problem as long as your technique is good. Happy shooting
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Joedaddy
Profile Blog Joined July 2010
United States1948 Posts
Last Edited: 2013-08-15 06:22:13
August 15 2013 06:21 GMT
#38
I owned a 30.06 Remington 700 BDL A-Bolt~ absolutely LOVED it. Its a beautiful gun, sturdy, and I killed many many deer with it (among other things ).

On the other hand, my grandfather who is an avid deer hunter prefers his 270. A lot less recoil on his old shoulders lol ^_^
I might be the minority on TL, but TL is the minority everywhere else.
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