Hunting for next fall

[Hodgie]

Anyone here hunt ? Also, I need a recommendation on a nice hunting rifle for deer.
More or less a 30-06 Rifle. I was looking at the Browning X-Bolt Stalker but would like some input if...anyone hunts here.

I know quite a few people who hunt, but they use shotguns since you can't use rifles in MD.

[inthebutt]

NYS what type of deer are you planning on hunting and what range do you plan to perch from??

30-60 is what most people consider your starter rifle. You should really head to a local hunting retailer and see what type of rifles they have available there. The only way to find your perfect rifle is to actually hold it and get your feel for it.

I'm sure you know all about the firearm permits, so I won't have to tell you about those. You should also check out online where your planning on hunting and see if a lottery has already started or is about to. You have your permit already right??

[-=NYS=- C.O.]

NYS what type of deer are you planning on hunting and what range do you plan to perch from??

30-60 is what most people consider your starter rifle. You should really head to a local hunting retailer and see what type of rifles they have available there. The only way to find your perfect rifle is to actually hold it and get your feel for it.

I'm sure you know all about the firearm permits, so I won't have to tell you about those. You should also check out online where your planning on hunting and see if a lottery has already started or is about to. You have your permit already right??

Well as far as firearm permits are concerned...I buy all my firearms with my badge. As for the hunting permit..I have to take a 6 hour safety course then pay for a permit afterwards..I know about hunting areas in which theres plenty in New York State.
Im planning on hunting for whitetail deer. I thought about buying a shotgun for turkey hunting but I heard its way harder than hunting for deer.
So yeah...I was looking at either the Browning or Sako. Just wanted some input on anyone that has experience in this matter.

[inthebutt]

I'm not familiar with either of those rifles, sorry NYS. as for turkey hunting, it is hard I've only tried it once and never again. Turkeys when in fear run in a zig zag motion that is very hard to lead.

[-=NYS=- C.O.]

I'm not familiar with either of those rifles, sorry NYS. as for turkey hunting, it is hard I've only tried it once and never again. Turkeys when in fear run in a zig zag motion that is very hard to lead.

Bleh ! Thanks anyways !

[deprodigy]

Well as far as firearm permits are concerned...I buy all my firearms with my badge. As for the hunting permit..I have to take a 6 hour safety course then pay for a permit afterwards..I know about hunting areas in which theres plenty in New York State.
Im planning on hunting for whitetail deer. I thought about buying a shotgun for turkey hunting but I heard its way harder than hunting for deer.
So yeah...I was looking at either the Browning or Sako. Just wanted some input on anyone that has experience in this matter.

look up the browning x-bolt then. it won rifle of the year NRA golden bullseye awards.

[-=NYS=- C.O.]

look up the browning x-bolt then. it won rifle of the year NRA golden bullseye awards.

I was leaning towards it. Its a little expensive but I can afford it. Fuck it ! I want the good shit when I go out there...
Just dont walk around the woods with a fuzzy tail as a hat when Im around. LoL

[Kavinsky]

How about an old springfield 03 A3? they we're about 400 when I got mine, but they've gone up to about 600 - 800 now.

make sure you try the trigger and see how it fits you before you buy it and if its a stock one that hasn't been turned into a sporter and still has the steel buttplate on the end, putting a slip on recoil pad REALLY helps.

this ones just like mine
http://www.theboxotruth.com/docs/edu68.htm
plus this on the buttstock, its not the same brand I use but its close.
http://www.midwesthuntersoutlet.com/...HER_SLIP_.aspx

scope wise theres two things you could do, drill and tap it or put on a b square mount so you can still use the striper clips
http://secure.armorholdings.com/b-sq...ringfield.html

[-=NYS=- C.O.]

How about an old springfield 03 A3? they we're about 400 when I got mine, but they've gone up to about 600 - 800 now.

make sure you try the trigger and see how it fits you before you buy it and if its a stock one that hasn't been turned into a sporter and still has the steel buttplate on the end, putting a slip on recoil pad REALLY helps.

this ones just like mine
http://www.theboxotruth.com/docs/edu68.htm
plus this on the buttstock, its not the same brand I use but its close.
http://www.midwesthuntersoutlet.com/...HER_SLIP_.aspx

scope wise theres two things you could do, drill and tap it or put on a b square mount so you can still use the striper clips
http://secure.armorholdings.com/b-sq...ringfield.html

Wow that rifle is really old. Thanks for the info !