When I was 13 years old I purchased my first rifle, a Savage 110 .270. Of course I knew absolutely nothing of rifles but I loved the gun and it took me over a year working every weekend to pay my dad back the loan. I killed my first deer alone with it, my first hog, and countless other critters during my teenage years. Once 18, I began to purchase more guns and the old Savage sat in the back of my dad's gun case collecting dust. I've bought and sold countless guns over the years, but never touched the Savage because of the memories it had and one day wanting to be able to pass it down to my son. My only issue was that (in my mind) it was a junker with a pencil barrel, wooden stock, and heavy trigger. (Not to mention, I bleed Rem-700) I just couldn't see my son placing any value in this gun (I've already brainwashed him) for what it was worth over the sentimental value it held. I decided that keeping the action would keep the spirit of my first rifle and allow me to modify it into a "beginner" tactical rifle that my son could one day learn with, hunt with, and be proud of.... and a rifle that would kinda match the rifles he sees dad shoot and drools over. I found a great deal on a used Hart barrel and a Choate stock and had my gunsmith begin the creation. I also had it chambered in .308 vs .270 being that my ammo count there is sufficient. Here is the gun mid-project. Still plan to adjust the trigger, add a one piece base, and Weaver glass, but after he saw it, my son is in LOVE with his new rifle. He is just 7 years old, but will have a gun that (at least in some part) has memories attached to it. My step sons (13, 11, and also 7) have also fallen in love and will all get to learn and hunt with the Savage before my Boy gets it for keeps. I'm happy and feel I still am giving my son my first gun and a modified version that he will be proud to own and hopefully pass down to his son one day. Also maintained a budget under $500 so far with just a little patience and on-line bargains...
Rifle Project Finished 3-11-2013:
Rifle Project Finished 3-11-2013:
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