Wow, never expected so many different models and choices and a huge price range. I just wanted something quality in 308 and not too expensive to practice target shooting with. Is there much of a difference between a base model or a police model etc.

 

http://www.snipercountrypx.com/c-1343-model-700-series.aspx

 

If I start getting over $800 I may as well wait and get the AR I have been too cheap to buy.

Wow, never expected so many different models and choices and a huge price range. I just wanted something quality in 308 and not too expensive to practice target shooting with. Is there much of a difference between a base model or a police model etc.

 

http://www.snipercountrypx.com/c-1343-model-700-series.aspx

 

If I start getting over $800 I may as well wait and get the AR I have been too cheap to buy.

 

There's quite a difference in accuracy between a bolt action and a semiauto.

 

There's quite a difference in accuracy between a bolt action and a semiauto.

 

Aren't all the 700s bolt action?

Yes, but I think he means if it gets too pricey and I go for the AR.

 

I may actually head over to BulletHole to see what they have today.

 

This is perfect for under $500 but why so cheap:

http://cabelasflyers.dirxion.com/q4v/hamburg/WebProject.asp?CodeReleaseId=7.0.3.0001&BookCode=q4v09flx#

You really can't go wrong with any Remington 700 series. If it was me, I'd spend the extra money and get a little higher end model of the 700 series like a mtn special or something similar.

 

.308 is a very versatile round from hunting to long range shooting so good choice on the caliber.

 

If I was buying another bolt action this is the gun I'd be starting with.

 

http://www.remington.com/products/firearms/centerfire/model-700/model-700-vls.aspx You should be able to find it in the 700-800ish range and its an excellent base to mod from.

 

GL with your search!!

 

M

Thanks Matt, I was looking at some of the higher end stuff and my head started spinning, from looking at models to checking prices on GB. This may have to be a post Christmas present to myself.

BCeagle,

If you're thinking of spending in the ballpark of $800, go for the 700P. pm me for the number of a place advertising them for that.

 

Also, if you want an AR, get an AR. If you want a long range accurate shooter, go for a good .308 bolt action. imho

The problem is that the rifle may be $800 plus, then the top grade bipod is another $75.00. The the most expensive part of the platform is the scope and mounts. Buying a 700P or any top quality rifle in that area and putting a cheap scope and mounts is a waste. A good Leopold MkIV starts around $1000 street price. A Leopold steel one piece mount and rings with the rigidity needed for this type of firearm will add another couple of hundred.

 

Then when the entire package is assembled, I have to wonder when people put them into a soft case. A quality hard case is needed so tack on a hundred or so more.

 

Unless you really need that type of firearm and plan on shooting it from the 600 yard or more range, you are probably wasting your money. My 700P which is built as just described gives little up to the DMPS Panther LR-308 out to three hundred yards. The scope is not as high a quality but preforms well. It is an older Super Sniper 10X. No idea if the quality is as high as it once was but it was one of the best deals out there.

you are right rscalzo about the accessories. I was just speaking of rifle price.

Thanks for the input, I think it shows how much stuff is going into my head and confusing it. I actually plan on the AR and the bolt action, but I wanted to try some long distance target shooting and the bolt action would be cheaper and more accurate. Havent done it in years and lately been only into home defense and practicing pistol but joining Cherry Ridge next week and thought it would be nice to have something to bring along. I know the 700 is a good bet right out of the box so been looking at them and may check out a Savage.

 

Ideally, I would like the rifle, scope and all accessories at around $800 which limits me alot.

Take a look at the 700SPS Varmint. Same barrel and action as the 700P. You could always upgrade the stock down the road for better accuracy. Not to say the Varmint might not be good enough for what you want.

 

Also, as has been mentioned here before, check out this for a good quality scope for the money.

I think I am going for the Remington 700 SPS Tactical, was looking at the varmit and it led me to the tac, and at under 600 it looks like a winner. Proabably check Bullet Hole this week, if not, I'll wait til i visit my brother in PA on sat.

 

I would pick a gun Remington doesnt make anymore.

I would have to agree. with an AR, you will want to just go through rounds as fast as you can, tiny style.... with a bolt action, you just have to take your time. =)

 

And yes, you need a nice scope on the rifle. otherwise, its a waste.

I was just speaking of rifle price.

 

I knew that. That's about the going price for a new one. we had the Maine state Police ESU turned all of their 700P's in last year and they were going out the door for $500. Some were in very good shape, some a little beat up.

I was just speaking of rifle price.

 

I knew that. That's about the going price for a new one. we had the Maine state Police ESU turned all of their 700P's in last year and they were going out the door for $500. Some were in very good shape, some a little beat up.

 

Where do I hand over my $500 I saw the 700p for $900

http://www.snipercountrypx.com/pc-827-833-remington-700p-308.aspx

 

 

I was going to go with the scope Pilot pointed out.

I was just speaking of rifle price.

 

I knew that. That's about the going price for a new one. we had the Maine state Police ESU turned all of their 700P's in last year and they were going out the door for $500. Some were in very good shape, some a little beat up.

 

Where do I hand over my $500 I saw the 700p for $900

http://www.snipercountrypx.com/pc-827-833-remington-700p-308.aspx

 

 

I was going to go with the scope Pilot pointed out.

 

For a good price on a good bipod, go here. They use to have a 15% off, now it's 10%.

BC eagle

 

Check out njffl.com, and put in your search criteria you should find a 700 SPS Varmint for 583.07

 

The store that site deals with is DS Tactical in Bernardsville NJ, the owner is Seth and he is a great guy to deal with. Also keep a look out for a remington 700 5R I was able to pick one up for sale at sgcusa.com for 850.00

 

What do you plan on using the rifle for?

BC eagle

 

Check out njffl.com, and put in your search criteria you should find a 700 SPS Varmint for 583.07

 

The store that site deals with is DS Tactical in Bernardsville NJ, the owner is Seth and he is a great guy to deal with. Also keep a look out for a remington 700 5R I was able to pick one up for sale at sgcusa.com for 850.00

 

What do you plan on using the rifle for?

 

 

Thats great thanks, plus they are in driving distance. Plus the price is right in line.

Just using it for target practice, eventually hunting, but not until I am proficient with it.

Does it have to be a 700 rifle?

There are several other companies out there that easily complete with Remington 700's for

less cost.

 

Check out Howa and also http://www.snipercentral.com/ for more info on them and savage compared to the 700's.

 

http://www.snipercentral.com/rifles.htm

http://www.snipercentral.com/howa.htm

 

They also have 2 entry level packages with a Howa and Remington.

http://www.snipercentral.com/scriflepackages.phtml

Does it have to be a 700 rifle?

There are several other companies out there that easily complete with Remington 700's for

less cost.

 

Check out Howa and also http://www.snipercentral.com/ for more info on them and savage compared to the 700's.

 

http://www.snipercentral.com/rifles.htm

http://www.snipercentral.com/howa.htm

 

They also have 2 entry level packages with a Howa and Remington.

http://www.snipercentral.com/scriflepackages.phtml

 

I looked at the Savage, I decided on the Remington, since I already have one and I am happy with it, the parts seem very easy to come by and the out of the box accuracy and reliability seems very good.

 

I am a big fan of buying something for a purpose once and never needing to replace it. So I go with my gut sometimes (and it sometimes costs me a pretty penny like my HK as opposed to a more inexpensive 9mm)

 

D&S has the sps in varmint and tactical so its time to decide whats more important. Varmint has a 26 inch barrel and the tac has a 20 but a better stock.

BC eagle

 

Check out njffl.com

 

Is that place brick and mortar or just online/tele sales?

BC eagle

 

Check out njffl.com

 

Is that place brick and mortar or just online/tele sales?

 

The address shows as elite firearms and tactical supply.

http://www.elitetacticalgroup.com/

 

Street scene looks like a small store front but cant read the sign, I'll try and stop by later and give a report.

I'm out front now, looks dead. Must be an address only, no signs and mostly vacant.

I'm out front now, looks dead. Must be an address only, no signs and mostly vacant.

 

Who has dealt with them before then?

yes they are open, but they just moved down the street. They are past the traffic light on the right in the kings shopping center I believe. Look for a sign called Mens Gear and ask for seth. He doesn't have anything out on display but supplies to all agencies. The his ffl is out of the old building, around back. Here is the phone number for them 908.953.9600

 

-Chris

 

I have purchased 3 firearms and have had 2 transfers with him, like I said great guy to deal with and good prices.

BC eagle

 

Check out njffl.com, and put in your search criteria you should find a 700 SPS Varmint for 583.07

 

The store that site deals with is DS Tactical in Bernardsville NJ, the owner is Seth and he is a great guy to deal with. Also keep a look out for a remington 700 5R I was able to pick one up for sale at sgcusa.com for 850.00

 

What do you plan on using the rifle for?

 

Is this a new store? I did not know it was there.