I have decided to either go with a Remington 700 SPS Varmint or a Savage 10fcp-xp which is a D**cks exclusive model. I own two Savage rifles and two Remington rifles so this is not a bash either brand thread. I would like everyone's opinion. I am going to list a each rifle with my thoughts and would like others advice/guidance. Either rifle will be in 308. I am looking to buy this rifle next weekend because we have a gun tax free holiday in SC. I will be shooting the rifle out to about 600 yards, but maybe up to 1000 yards.
Barrel - Savage has a 22" fluted bull barrel and the Remington has a 26" inch bull barrel. Both crowns look good
Advantage - Savage because of the flutes and the length being easier to handle.
Stock - The Savage has a tactical stock but it is very flexible. The Remington stock is also flimsy. Either stock will be replaced with a B&C.
Advantage - Even
Action - The Savage is actually smoother than the Remington that I held, but this is not the case with Savage's I own compared to my 700 that I own, so this very well could have just been the 700 was a little sticky and needed a good cleaning. Support is much better for the Remington as there are more smith's that work on them.
Advantage - Remington
Trigger - Savage has the Accutrigger which I have had good luck with, but I have also had good luck with the X Mark on my 700 so...
Advantage - Even
Bolt Handle - The Savage has a tactical style bolt handle already installed, while the Remington has a regular 700 handle.
Advantage - Savage because new bolt handle for the 700 will have to be installed at approx. $100
Finish - Holding the rifles side by side the finish on the Savage seemed nicer. I have a friend who has a regular 700 SPS it he has had rust problems with his floorplate and he does take care of the rifle. The finish on the 700 also seemed to be uneven while the Savage was nice and even and flat. The 700 in my opinion would have to be duracoated(approx. $85).
Advantage - Savage
Aftermarket Support - The Remington wins this category by far.
Price - Savage $699 Remington $589 plus $85 for Duracoat because I think this has to be done.
Let me know your opinions.
Thanks
BJ
Barrel - Savage has a 22" fluted bull barrel and the Remington has a 26" inch bull barrel. Both crowns look good
Advantage - Savage because of the flutes and the length being easier to handle.
Stock - The Savage has a tactical stock but it is very flexible. The Remington stock is also flimsy. Either stock will be replaced with a B&C.
Advantage - Even
Action - The Savage is actually smoother than the Remington that I held, but this is not the case with Savage's I own compared to my 700 that I own, so this very well could have just been the 700 was a little sticky and needed a good cleaning. Support is much better for the Remington as there are more smith's that work on them.
Advantage - Remington
Trigger - Savage has the Accutrigger which I have had good luck with, but I have also had good luck with the X Mark on my 700 so...
Advantage - Even
Bolt Handle - The Savage has a tactical style bolt handle already installed, while the Remington has a regular 700 handle.
Advantage - Savage because new bolt handle for the 700 will have to be installed at approx. $100
Finish - Holding the rifles side by side the finish on the Savage seemed nicer. I have a friend who has a regular 700 SPS it he has had rust problems with his floorplate and he does take care of the rifle. The finish on the 700 also seemed to be uneven while the Savage was nice and even and flat. The 700 in my opinion would have to be duracoated(approx. $85).
Advantage - Savage
Aftermarket Support - The Remington wins this category by far.
Price - Savage $699 Remington $589 plus $85 for Duracoat because I think this has to be done.
Let me know your opinions.
Thanks
BJ
