Working man's 30-06? - Page 3

Warhawk · October 4th, 2006, 02:00 PM

I was just digging around here and came up with something that might help. I've got a Six Enterprises stock here, it's injection molded, but extremely stiff and a far cry from the junk that comes on factory rifles. This one doesn't seem to be made of the same type of material.

Anyway, it's a tinkerer's project, it doesn't have a recoil pad or a pistol grip cap. The recoil pad looks like it would accept one of the press in limbsaver type pads. It's a Long Action BDL stock, cut for a mountain rifle (or Ti) contour barrel. I'd take $50 shipped for it.

floridaguy911 · October 4th, 2006, 03:33 PM

I bought a Ruger MK77 Mark II 30-06 about 3 months ago in about 98% condition. Synthetic stock, stainless barrel- "All weather package" on Gunbroker.com for $400.00. The only modification I have done to it so far is add a Limbsaver buttpad on the buttstock, the synthetic stock definitely removes some weight, but adds considerably to recoil. (Sighting it in with about 40 rounds, [[I am 6'1" 155-160lbs]]the Limbsaver pad helped! W/O the Limbsaver it would have been painful in the end!!) Its a very solid gun, great, reliable Mauser style action. I have not noticed an 'unreasonably' stiff trigger as mentioned by the fellow from Gainesville, but next time I hit the range I will pay closer attention to it.

My vote goes for the Ruger MK77 Mark II, although I have heard good things about Savage. From what I have heard(and not through my own personal experience) Savages are usually a little heavier, but good guns.

V-fib · October 5th, 2006, 01:56 AM

Remington Sportmans 76 pump. The savage 110 bolt action is nice too but I prefer a pump.

sgtD · October 5th, 2006, 11:58 AM

I would recomend the Savage. The stevens might be cheaper, but the advantage of accu trigger would be worth a little extra. The old savage triggers are notoriously heavy, I have one in .308 and it's a good accurate rifle, but I wish it had the accu trigger.(mine was made before they offered it)

Though mine shoots sub MOA with the heavy trigger & right ammo, if I had the choice at the time, I'd pay the extra up front to avoid the hassle of changing the trigger group put later.

Mine is also VERY ammo sensitive. (I'm talking 4'' groups to 3/4" groups depending on ammo selection) Be prepared to try a lot of different loads in order to find out what works the best in yours. Good luck

Another thought, if recoil is a factor for you then I'd have to recommend a Remington auto. It's like night and day compared to a bolt action in my experience.

paknheat · October 6th, 2006, 11:46 PM

+1 for the 03-A3. I love mine. Picked it up for under $200.00 has a brand new barrel on it and it shoots like a dream.

OD · October 7th, 2006, 04:36 PM

Savage.

Superhouse 15 · October 8th, 2006, 02:59 PM

Savage or Stevens depending on how you want the trigger. Also look at the Mossberg ATR, very reasonable and camo -finishes also. If you're a lefty, like I am, don't overlook the H&R single shot. More accurate than you'd think for a cheap gun. One I had in .223 would shoot MOA with more than one factory load. Also available in different finishes.

PAPACHUCK · October 13th, 2006, 11:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by floridaguy911

I bought a Ruger MK77 Mark II 30-06 about 3 months ago in about 98% condition. Synthetic stock, stainless barrel- "All weather package" on Gunbroker.com for $400.00. The only modification I have done to it so far is add a Limbsaver buttpad on the buttstock, the synthetic stock definitely removes some weight, but adds considerably to recoil. (Sighting it in with about 40 rounds, [[I am 6'1" 155-160lbs]]the Limbsaver pad helped! W/O the Limbsaver it would have been painful in the end!!) Its a very solid gun, great, reliable Mauser style action. I have not noticed an 'unreasonably' stiff trigger as mentioned by the fellow from Gainesville, but next time I hit the range I will pay closer attention to it.

My vote goes for the Ruger MK77 Mark II, although I have heard good things about Savage. From what I have heard(and not through my own personal experience) Savages are usually a little heavier, but good guns.

I also have the Ruger M77MKII "All Weather" .30-06 with a Nikon 3x9x40 Buckmaster scope. Paid $425.00 NIB about 8 yrs. ago. It has been a tackdriver (even with the factory trigger) with Remington Core-Loc 165gr. ammo. I have heard the Savage is a great rifle for the price, but I would definitely recommend the Ruger.

Just my .02

Warhawk · October 13th, 2006, 01:17 PM

If anyone in the Dallas area is looking for a Ruger 77 stainless/synthetic in 30-06, let me know. I know where one is for $400.

I just finished up my 30-06 Project. Definately on the cheap. I had picked up a very nice older 700 ADL from a Pawn Shop. I don't care for the old ADL wood stocks, so I was looking to upgrade.

I picked up a cheap take off stock from a 700 CDL and installed in along with a Kwik Klip detachable magazine conversion. not sure what scope I'm going to mount, probably an older Tasco Euro Class 4x I have on the shelf. This is an excellent scope, 30mm tube, made in Japan, and I have several of them in various configurations.

PapaScout · November 6th, 2006, 11:26 AM

Thanks to all for the advice.

As of yesterday I am the proud new owner of a Savage 111 30-06. Wooden stock. Used but looks great. $329 base price and added a Bushnell 3-9x 40mm scope for another $89. Haven't shot it yet but will soon.

Need to rethink my home range which currently lives in a ravine and only lets me "play" out to 50 yards.

Thanks again.

October 4th, 2006, 03:33 PM	#22
floridaguy911 Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: FLORIDA Posts: 487	I bought a Ruger MK77 Mark II 30-06 about 3 months ago in about 98% condition. Synthetic stock, stainless barrel- "All weather package" on Gunbroker.com for $400.00. The only modification I have done to it so far is add a Limbsaver buttpad on the buttstock, the synthetic stock definitely removes some weight, but adds considerably to recoil. (Sighting it in with about 40 rounds, [[I am 6'1" 155-160lbs]]the Limbsaver pad helped! W/O the Limbsaver it would have been painful in the end!!) Its a very solid gun, great, reliable Mauser style action. I have not noticed an 'unreasonably' stiff trigger as mentioned by the fellow from Gainesville, but next time I hit the range I will pay closer attention to it. My vote goes for the Ruger MK77 Mark II, although I have heard good things about Savage. From what I have heard(and not through my own personal experience) Savages are usually a little heavier, but good guns. __________________ N.R.A. Member G.O.A. Member Unified Sportsmen of Florida Member

October 5th, 2006, 01:56 AM	#23
V-fib Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: MICHIGAN Posts: 101	Remington Sportmans 76 pump. The savage 110 bolt action is nice too but I prefer a pump. __________________ livin in the woods...feelin mighty good

October 5th, 2006, 11:58 AM	#24
sgtD Distinguished Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Kansas Posts: 1,685	I would recomend the Savage. The stevens might be cheaper, but the advantage of accu trigger would be worth a little extra. The old savage triggers are notoriously heavy, I have one in .308 and it's a good accurate rifle, but I wish it had the accu trigger.(mine was made before they offered it) Though mine shoots sub MOA with the heavy trigger & right ammo, if I had the choice at the time, I'd pay the extra up front to avoid the hassle of changing the trigger group put later. Mine is also VERY ammo sensitive. (I'm talking 4'' groups to 3/4" groups depending on ammo selection) Be prepared to try a lot of different loads in order to find out what works the best in yours. Good luck Another thought, if recoil is a factor for you then I'd have to recommend a Remington auto. It's like night and day compared to a bolt action in my experience. __________________ When you've got 'em by the balls, their hearts & minds will follow. Semper Fi. Last edited by sgtD; October 5th, 2006 at 12:02 PM. Reason: Additional info.

October 6th, 2006, 11:46 PM	#25
paknheat Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 248	+1 for the 03-A3. I love mine. Picked it up for under $200.00 has a brand new barrel on it and it shoots like a dream. __________________ A armed person is a citizen-An unarmed person is a future victim.

October 7th, 2006, 04:36 PM	#26
OD VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Vatican City Posts: 2,735	Savage. __________________ OD "Slow down, you'll get a more harmonious outcome...." -------------------------------------------- *"The pistol, learn it well, carry it always ..." - Jeff Cooper*

October 4th, 2006, 02:00 PM	#21
Warhawk Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 107	I was just digging around here and came up with something that might help. I've got a Six Enterprises stock here, it's injection molded, but extremely stiff and a far cry from the junk that comes on factory rifles. This one doesn't seem to be made of the same type of material. Anyway, it's a tinkerer's project, it doesn't have a recoil pad or a pistol grip cap. The recoil pad looks like it would accept one of the press in limbsaver type pads. It's a Long Action BDL stock, cut for a mountain rifle (or Ti) contour barrel. I'd take $50 shipped for it.

October 8th, 2006, 02:59 PM	#27
Superhouse 15 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 909	.30-06 Savage or Stevens depending on how you want the trigger. Also look at the Mossberg ATR, very reasonable and camo -finishes also. If you're a lefty, like I am, don't overlook the H&R single shot. More accurate than you'd think for a cheap gun. One I had in .223 would shoot MOA with more than one factory load. Also available in different finishes.

October 13th, 2006, 01:17 PM	#29
Warhawk Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 107	If anyone in the Dallas area is looking for a Ruger 77 stainless/synthetic in 30-06, let me know. I know where one is for $400. I just finished up my 30-06 Project. Definately on the cheap. I had picked up a very nice older 700 ADL from a Pawn Shop. I don't care for the old ADL wood stocks, so I was looking to upgrade. I picked up a cheap take off stock from a 700 CDL and installed in along with a Kwik Klip detachable magazine conversion. not sure what scope I'm going to mount, probably an older Tasco Euro Class 4x I have on the shelf. This is an excellent scope, 30mm tube, made in Japan, and I have several of them in various configurations.

November 6th, 2006, 11:26 AM	#30
PapaScout Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 569	Thanks to all for the advice. As of yesterday I am the proud new owner of a Savage 111 30-06. Wooden stock. Used but looks great. $329 base price and added a Bushnell 3-9x 40mm scope for another $89. Haven't shot it yet but will soon. Need to rethink my home range which currently lives in a ravine and only lets me "play" out to 50 yards. Thanks again. __________________ "If you so much as bunny hop I'll cut your heart out!" Billy Bob Thornton in The Last Real Cowboys "I carry a gun for the same reason that I carry health insurance and a cell phone - be prepared."

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