Torn between a bolt action and an M1A as my next purchase. Thoughts?

I take my M1A out three times for every time I take out my Savage Model 10 PC.

Hunting? Or all range shooting?

All target. Hunting in NJ is with a shotgun or a bow.

Beg to differ. Been hunting chucks on private property with a rifle a long time now (25 caliber or less SP,HP any weight, Greater than 25 caliber 100 grains or less projectile). Also, hunting out of state.

Beg to differ. Been hunting chucks on private property with a rifle a long time now (25 caliber or less SP,HP any weight, Greater than 25 caliber 100 grains or less projectile). Also, hunting out of state.

 

My mistake. I thought the only rifle hunting in state was rimfire.

Greater than 25 caliber 100 grains or less projectile

 

Don't you mean .25 caliber or less?

No, greater than 25 caliber, the projectile must be 100 grains or less. (30-06 with sabot projectile). Not the best but lots of fun. Have done 223 HP sabot in 308 type cartridges (30.06,308.30-30) at 4,000 FPS. Accuracy could be better. Handloading proficiency is the key.

Nevermind.

 

I really do need to brush-up on my "Reading with Comprehension"

Why is that?

 

I take my M1A out three times for every time I take out my Savage Model 10 PC.

I just want to shoot at the range. I already have an AR and wanted to get something else. Looking to join Cherry Ridge next weekend.

 

Hunting? Or all range shooting?

Why is that?

 

It's just that I enjoy it more. I get a different type of enjoyment from slow shooting precision in my Savage, but honestly it is not as much fun to me as taking out the PTR91 or M1A Scout Squad. Different strokes for different folks.

If thinking about joining NJARPC then something along a M1A or even a M1 Garand would be a great idea. NM Course on the 200/300 yard range teaches dicipline and use of iron sights, breathing, and coordination. Personally prefer M1 Garand. Ya gotta love that "twang". Just watch that "Garand Thumb".

Well in the end, I got a Remington 700P. I'll try and get an M1A at a later date. Now to join Cherry Ridge :-)

You won't regret the 700P. Great rifle. I went with the Savage, but liked the Remmy just as much.