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    Remington 700 5r

    I don't have an item number yet. I'll bet if you check your most popular gun shops, they will be able to get one pretty quickly. Let me know what price you get. just curious.
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    Sig SSG 3000 Patrol 18"

    A few persons have mentioned that this rifle may not be ideal for long range because of the rails. Does anyone know a fix for this? I'm interested in this model, but I'm afraid I don't understand those limitations.
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    Remington 700 5r

    I'm looking to do just that, order a 5r in the next few weeks. I've only had luck going to a local dealer at this point. They said they could get it in .308 within a week. My next step is to check with online vendors to see if they have any in stock. Let me know what you find! The only calibers...
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    Need Help with Caliber Choice, .260?

    Thanks long range. That was the problem. I didn't have a great idea about the difference in cost. I think if I was proficient with reloading right now, I might think differently. But with my skill level, and considering costs, .308 just makes more sense. Then maybe I'll take a look at something...
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    Need Help with Caliber Choice, .260?

    Thanks texag. The FN looks nice.
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    Need Help with Caliber Choice, .260?

    Thanks everyone for your feedback and your patience. This has been a lot of help.
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    Need Help with Caliber Choice, .260?

    Boogaloo: I hear ya and you're right. But I am still leaning way toward .308, but if prices were even close to similar it would be tough. Choosing the right caliber seems to dictate a lot of the other decisions. I think it's worthwhile to discuss though. Obviously theres a good reason to use...
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    Need Help with Caliber Choice, .260?

    Wow. I just did a search on ammoseek regarding the cost and availability of 308 vs 260 vs 6.5mm creed. .260 $1.5 - $2.5 per round 6.5mm creed $1.20- $2.25 per round 308 $0.18 - $4.50 or so Damn, there's an eye opener. Now I realize we're talking apples to oranges because the only one listed...
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    SIG SSG 3000 Rifles

    Others have mentioned that the cheek rest collapses with enough weight put on it. Have you guys found that true as well?
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    Sig SSG 3000 Patrol 18"

    Any more reports on the accuracy of this?
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    Need Help with Caliber Choice, .260?

    So Barney- you'd say .260 over 6.5 creed? I do want to start reloading. I'll have to find someone near me to help with the learning. Ok, hypothetical to get a sense of real world costs... I go with a .260 rifle. In the very beginning I won't need match ammo. What would you recommend for...
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    Need Help with Caliber Choice, .260?

    Texag / Graham: You both mentioned the Bushnell scope. I've been doing some research on scopes as well (Yet another post to come). Is that First Focal Plane? I was thinking either: 1. SWFA 10x42 (especially if I got a more expensive rifle). Problem is that 10x would be tough for hunting 2...
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    Need Help with Caliber Choice, .260?

    What .260 rifles would you recommend Barney? I've seen the Tikkas, a few Savages.. Under 10lbs. Under $1500.
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    Need Help with Caliber Choice, .260?

    Wannashootit: I understand that a less accurate rifle (1.5 - 2 MOA) is independent of the caliber. I was simply making an analogy of a limited rifle or a more limited caliber frustrating a beginner because of their limitations. I know that .308 can be just as accurate. I'm just gathering info to...
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    Need Help with Caliber Choice, .260?

    Thanks Andy and Hewlett. I think one thing that's key for me is that it will take a long time before I would even notice the benefits of the .260's ballistics. I'm thinking .308 more and more. However, let me play devils advocate for a second. I live in an area (Texas) with very large open...
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    Need Help with Caliber Choice, .260?

    I looked at that rifle and some of the other 12 series savages. The only problem is that thing is 11lbs! I was hoping to hunt with it as well. I just can't imagine lugging it. Mostly because of my somewhat bad back. The 10 fcpk looks like a good alternative and a bit less weight. I seem to...
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    Need Help with Caliber Choice, .260?

    Thanks Falex. I am considering the Rem SPS tac as well as a few Savages. I am confused about whether or not to get a 20" barrel or closer to a 24" barrel. Other than weight, is there any benefit to getting a 20" barrel? It seems like it basically reduces velocity, and I'm guessing affects long...
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    Need Help with Caliber Choice, .260?

    What would you estimate barrel life being for .260 on average? It seems I've seen as much as 8-10K for .308
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    Need Help with Caliber Choice, .260?

    I think what got me started down this track of .260 is the Sticky about New to Long Range Shooters under Home Improvement, it mentioned that after graduating from a .22LR, a good next step would be going with a rifle in .308 or .260. Was that a typo? I assumed j-huskey meant .270 as it's a much...
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    Need Help with Caliber Choice, .260?

    Thanks for the feedback everyone. Much appreciated. A few notes.. Around here in Texas, especially where the ranges are, there tends to be a lot of wind since there's not much topography to obstruct it. One other reason I was thinking about 6.5mm. Boogaloo: That makes a lot of sense. I do want...
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