Hey I'm looking into getting a new whitetail rifle. I own a Marlin model 30AW 30/30 with a camouflage sling and a Simmons 3-9 X 40 scope on it. We bought the rifle brand new. I've probably gone through about 30 shots with it. It's in near perfect condition. I was wondering if you guys could give me an idea on how much i should be selling it for, and yes I will be selling the scope and sling. Also, I want to buy a new rifle. The 30/30 doesn't allow me much range. Where I hunt, I can take up to 300 yard shots and the Marlin just can't accurately hit deer when they're that far out there. I was looking into a Ruger M77 Hawkeye .243 cal. I don't want to buy anything bigger than a .270. If you have any recommendations on rifles that you think would be better to buy than the one I am looking into, please say.
Top Ad
Collapse
Announcement
Collapse
No announcement yet.
Hey I'm looking into getting a new whitetail rifle. I own a Marlin model 30AW 30/30 with a camouflage sling and a Simmons 3-9 X
Collapse
X
-
yeah but I think a Ruger would be a better gun overall. And I'm only going to be shooting whitetail, coyotes, and maybe antelope. Thanks. Any suggestions on how much I should be selling the 30-30 for? And I need to sell the 30-30 to raise enough money for the new rifle! hah. I'm 14, it's hard to get that much money. But I'm sure willing to pay over 1000 dollars for a gun that I can use for the rest of my life.
Comment
-
Reid, the 25/06 is better mainly because of slightly larger bullet diameter, allows you to shoot heavier bullets. Also the bigger case allows more powder. So, shooting the same bullet weight, say 100gr. the .25-06 will shoot it faster and with more energy than the .243 . BTW give you $100 for the Marlin
Comment
Welcome!
Collapse
Welcome to Field and Streams's Answers section. Here you will find hunting, fishing, and survival tips from the editors of Field and Stream, as well as recommendations from readers like yourself.
If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ for information on posting and navigating the forums.
And don't forget to check out the latest reviews on guns and outdoor gear on fieldandstream.com.
Right Rail 1
Collapse
Top Active Users
Collapse
There are no top active users.
Right Rail 2
Collapse
Latest Topics
Collapse
-
Reply to New Weatherby Loadby DakotaManVery interesting jimbo. I was not aware of this bullet. I could easily see it working on a 9mm at 35,000 PSI max pressure. I suspect that 60,000 PSI or...
-
Channel: Big Game Hunting
Today, 08:40 AM -
-
by jhjimboWeatherby now loads the 'Hammer' bullet in the .300WbyMag....
-
Channel: Big Game Hunting
05-19-2022, 11:48 AM -
-
by labrador12I carry a gun to protect grocery shoppers. I carry a gun to back up and support the police. Democrats had best think before they talk because American...
-
Channel: Other
Yesterday, 05:02 PM -
Right Rail 3
Collapse
Footer Ad
Collapse
Comment