What Rifle Would You Buy?

[foreman1]

I've heard of the weight issue with short mags , but dont believe there's any major difference between the two .I've handled both ,same make ,model ,one short other standerd and didnt notice any difference.
A short action might save a few ounces but possibly gain it at the barrel with heavier chamber.
Regardless a short mags performance outweigh any negatives IMO.

[XFactor]

WOW! I leave for the weekend to go fish and I come back to 50 posts! Thank you very much for the replies and information. Anoriginal I really appreciate your offer as well but I am on the NE side of Orlando now and with diesel fuel prices it would kill me to take a ride over there. I think I have narrowed it down to a 30-06. My brother has a Remington 7400 with 10 rounds through it that he is looking to part with for $600. It's got a Pentax scope, not quite sure of quality of the scope. What do you guys think of that?

Thanks,
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[Anoriginal]

I have to say, many people do not like the 7400. However, I have one (imagine that, lol) and think it's a good gun. The key is keeping it clean. It's a gas operated semi-automatic gun. So, you must be sure to keep the moving parts very clean and the gas chambers free from build up and debris.

The gun is somewhat heavy and not as accurate as a bolt action. But, it does have the benefit of fast second/third shots and little recoil. Keep it well maintained and you should have no problem whatsoever.

With respect to the Pentax scope, it's not a bad scope at all. While not on par with a Zeiss, etc. it's much better than a Tasco/Bushnell type. Check the mounts real well. Holden makes a very solid set of mounts for the 7400 that offer see through ability while really securing hte scope very well. Moreover, the Holden mounts are not too terribly expensive.

$600.00 with a scope isn't bad at all on price. These guns in good shape sell for $450 and up without optics. So, if you know this gun and the seller and you're getting optics, I'd say that's a fair price for the gun. Good luck to you. Stay safe and enjoy.

[XFactor]

Thanks for the reply. There is also a Remington  Model 770 .270 that is up for grabs for $400. New in box with papers and never been fired. Blued with Camo composite stock and Bushnell 3X9. I'm not too wild over the scope, but what do you think about the package?

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[Anoriginal]

XFactor -

The 770 is the exact same rifle as the 710 with some dressed up parts. Stay away from it at all costs. The action is horrible and cheaply made. I've heard of people breaking off the bolts on the rifles among other things.

Most people believe Reminton made this rifle just to have something in Walmart to sell. It's not a good gun in my book. Stick the the 7400 and you'll be more happy. 

[gtnwood]

Taken plenty hogs and whitetails with my Savage .270 here and W.Va. and Michigan, awesome Walmart gun