I'm thinking about purchasing my first bolt rifle. What's the best rifle for the money that fits the following criteria:
- Accurately shoot up to 300 yards
- Shoots a round that is readily available at any gun shop/sporting goods store/WalMart
- Will be used primarily as a range toy, but could be used to hunt if a SHTF scenario ever played out
- Reliable
- Parts are readily available
- Gunsmiths are very familiar with the rifle if any work needed to be done
- Strong aftermarket support
- Under $700
*Optics will be mounted, but that is to be determined after my rifle is decided upon.
Please share your thoughts & thanks for your time
- Accurately shoot up to 300 yards
- Shoots a round that is readily available at any gun shop/sporting goods store/WalMart
- Will be used primarily as a range toy, but could be used to hunt if a SHTF scenario ever played out
- Reliable
- Parts are readily available
- Gunsmiths are very familiar with the rifle if any work needed to be done
- Strong aftermarket support
- Under $700
*Optics will be mounted, but that is to be determined after my rifle is decided upon.
Please share your thoughts & thanks for your time