Needs help pickin on new rifle & handgun.

[kstruckcountry]

There's no way I'd go with a 700 after all the misfire issues.

[The Duke]

"Misfire Issues?" What have you been reading? The Remington 700 is the most reliable center-fire rifle ever made! The reason they have been the US snipers rifle of choice is because they go bang every time! "They" only get one chance!

[TimmyG]

I think he's refering to the tigger problems they had in the past with them going off with out pulling thr trigger

 

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[The Duke]

Never heard of it on a Remington 700!

[kstruckcountry]

Yeah I was talking about the issues with WFC. I realize most of these issues are remedied by proper gun handling, but things happen and I don't want it going off if it gets dropped.

[kstruckcountry]

I know the odds of having it happen are slim. Just something to consider. Whatever rifle you get, don't use Remington ammo. Hornady is a lot better.

[STINSAN3]

I would prefer the Colt over the Springfield. The Colt 04860XSE is a very nice piece. With a 4.25" barrel and a aluminum frame, this gun has all the features in a 27 ounce comfortable carry package! Very similar to my Kimber except for the round heel, which I like in a carry gun. As for buying the Remington or any firearm, I would recomend buying from a good dealer. I don't buy anything at Wal-Mart! I live in Wytheville, "Gods" country!

I think I'm gonna get that 1911 from Colt, all Stainless Steel or what? Sounds like a real good deal. Since you live you less than 2 hours away from me, where do you buy your guns at? I live in Richlands.

 

I know the odds of having it happen are slim. Just something to consider. Whatever rifle you get, don't use Remington ammo. Hornady is a lot better.

Thanks man, I keep that in mind.

[The Duke]

That 04860XSE Colt has a stainless barrel and slide, with an aluminum frame. Similar to my Kimber. That is why it is only 27 ounces! I mainly deal with New River Sports in Draper and New Era - Shooters Supply here in Wytheville. I also buy and sell some guns on GunBroker.com I just purchased a new FNH-SLP tactical shotgun on GunBroker today! I usually buy on GunBroker when my local dealer can't locate the gun I want. Colts are hard to get. Dealers all over the country sell and buy on GunBroker.com. I have always gotten good results from them. You can check out the dealer's history before you buy. The gun I purchased today is coming from GA. Hope this helps.

[STINSAN3]

I can get a Ruger Stainless 30-06 for $599.
Black synthetic stock and stainless barrel, good gun or not?
If Not I'd probably the R-700 30-06

[kstruckcountry]

What model is the Ruger? I used to hunt with an M77, sweet gun.

[STINSAN3]

That 04860XSE Colt has a stainless barrel and slide, with an aluminum frame. Similar to my Kimber. That is why it is only 27 ounces! I mainly deal with New River Sports in Draper and New Era - Shooters Supply here in Wytheville. I also buy and sell some guns on GunBroker.com I just purchased a new FNH-SLP tactical shotgun on GunBroker today! I usually buy on GunBroker when my local dealer can't locate the gun I want. Colts are hard to get. Dealers all over the country sell and buy on GunBroker.com. I have always gotten good results from them. You can check out the dealer's history before you buy. The gun I purchased today is coming from GA. Hope this helps.

 

Just a having a hard time to decide what I want. To get that Colt you mentioned or get a Kimber, Sig, or Springfield.

Might just get the Colt. Colts have better resale value? Heard Kimber & Sig, about same money but better gun?

 

[STINSAN3]

What model is the Ruger? I used to hunt with an M77, sweet gun.

dont know for sure, the I work with told me to get,

He said its a great, great rifle, Be a steal with that price he said

[kstruckcountry]

To be honest if I'd seen a Ruger in black and stainless when I was in the hunt, for $600 I would have jumped on it. The one I used to hunt with was amazing. Every piece of the gun is top notch.

[STINSAN3]

To be honest if I'd seen a Ruger in black and stainless when I was in the hunt, for $600 I would have jumped on it. The one I used to hunt with was amazing. Every piece of the gun is top notch.

He said, it was the m77 Hawkeye ll....

[kstruckcountry]

Oooooohhhh. If it was me I'd go for it. I'd play with the gun and see how it fits you. For me it was perfect.