Remington model 710...

[fkovalski]

Well, I finally made a decision and purchased a rifle/ scope setup. Thanks to everyone’s advice, I decided to spend a little more and go for more than just entry level models. I was all set to buy a Remington model 700 ADL. But, last week’s Garts advertised Ruger models starting at $429. I ended up getting M77® Mark II Standard for just that price! I mated it with a Leupold VX-II 4-12x40mm Adj. Obj for $400. I spent a bit more than my initial buget, but feel that this combination will serve me well.

Thanks to all who replied to my post and let's all hope for a successful hunt this fall!

 

[KBennett]

Congrats! The Ruger is a good gun and the Leupold is excellent.



What caliber did you end up with?

 

[fkovalski]

What caliber did you end up with?

I decided on the 30. 06. They offered the same model in 7mm for another $30. I could have gone there, but I had already upped my buget by quite a bit and settled here. I Had pretty much made up my mind on the Leupold brand scope and had to make a decision as to which model. I could not afford the VX-III models so I zeroed in on the II's. The salesman let me take both the 3x9 and 4x12 (w/ adjustable objective) in the parking lot to do a side- by- side comparison. Almost instantly fell for the 4x12 and made my choice for it. It was another $100 over the 3x9- but, hey- it's only money :-laf . I got it all mounted and am going to hit the range this weekend. I am looking forward to getting used to this setup and plan on going several times to the range before the end of October. Glad that we have a free range up here that is so close Oo. Again- thanks to all replied with input!

 

[Hale on wheels]

That setup should serve you well for the rest of your life... and your children's! In sighting the scope, it is useful to set up on a 25 yard range first, and adjust the scope to the target there (your scope may be sighted off the paper at 100 yds). Remember though to click the scope adjustments 4 times per 1/4" at that distance.

 

[AndyMan]

Leupold scopes can't be beat for the money. I have a Vari-X II 3x9x40 on my sig . 270 that I use for whitetail. They're both perfect. Here in hilly Tennessee, a 300 yard shot is unheard of.



Enjoy the combo. I believe you've made a quality investment in both scope and gun.

 

[jimk]

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Leupold scopes can't be beat for the money. I have a Vari-X II 3x9x40 on my sig . 270 that I use for whitetail. They're both perfect. Here in hilly Tennessee, a 300 yard shot is unheard of.



Enjoy the combo. I believe you've made a quality investment in both scope and gun.

I have a 270 bdl rem with a 3x9 gold ring Leupold, for white tail. A 338 win mag with a 98 action, custom made gun, for big game. It shoot good for me. I am not sure that it is as good as my brother 300ultra mag is though. I like good guns and will wait untill I can get what I wont.

The 30. 06 is a good gun and I would like to have one Jim