weatherby sub-moa vs remington 700 long range in 25-06.

[Smcarroll]

The title says it all. I talked the old man into a 25-06 and on my recommendation he is looking for a 700 long range. Well there was a little recall recently and they are scarce. I like the weatherby rifles, they are quality. I am familiar with both rifles and can list the pros and cons of each. What does the hide say, wait for the 700 to be back in stock or buy the weatherby?

 

[Daryl licht]

get the weatherby or as known by another name Howa. it is so far ahead of Remington it makes me weep for American manufacturing.

 

[Smcarroll]

And if anyone has any other recommendations for an alternate rifle please let me know.

 

[blackblue]

700 long range comes with a heavy barrel right? Does that matter to him? I would add tikka to the list also.

 

[Smcarroll]

Yes it does. This rifle will be for target, varmint and deer. I plan on adding a brake and having it fluted.

 

[boone3380]

For hunting I'd have to vote for the Tikka. Probably not so good for target though. Only drawback is their plastic stock, the wood is much better.

 

[Smcarroll]

For hunting I'd have to vote for the Tikka. Probably not so good for target though. Only drawback is their plastic stock, the wood is much better.

Tried looking for their models in 25-06 on their website. Not super friendly.

 

[hewlett260]

If the Weatherby is the Vanguard action, do it. The Mark 5 while nice has a few short comings that I learned the hard way with mine.