I watched Backfire TV and Jim was singing praises about the Ruger American gen ll as being a solid and super accurate rifle. I like that guys torture test and other reviews. Very cool and informative videos online.
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He does good reviews for hunting rifles. He is biased toward stock ergonomics that favor prone shooting, which isn't a big concern for some of us. I don't think he would endorse a heap of crap, which can't always be said of magazine writers.
If you want something light and easy to carry:
- Howa Superlight
- Tika T3
- Weatherby Vangaurd S2
- Ruger American Gen 1/2
- Howa Superlight
- Tika T3
- Weatherby Vangaurd S2
- Ruger American Gen 1/2
I think, mainly owing to poor sales and low profit margins, S&W stopped producing the Thompson Center Compass, which might have been the all time best value in a competent, entry-level hunting rifle. Adjustable trigger. 5R rifling. Threaded barrel. Three position safety. Free floated barrel. 60 degree bolt throw. Scope mounts included. I've had the 308 for a while. It's my wife's deer rifle. It's a terrific rifle, and I'd highly recommend it to anyone, if you can find it used.
If you can find one, a ruger M77 MKII has been my go to for 15 years or so. Hogue overmolded stock and a timney trigger makes it an absolute tack driver.
smoothest bolt action, you can't beat a Browning
Or maybe the Bergara HMR in 308
As someone who consolidated years ago as well, I am very glad I did. However, just be aware that .308 and 6.5 CM don't kill deer nearly as effectively as your .270. Expect to have to trail a few, and I suggest driving the front shoulder in most situations. Don't get me wrong, they both kill, but they are not the DRT calibers that .270 and 25-06 are on whitetails. You will be OK as long as you understand what you have.
