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Opinions about a remington 700???

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15 November 2007, 04:07
bloodhound689
Opinions about a remington 700???
remington 700

I was just curious on everyones thoughts about this rifle... I just sent a "I'm going to buy it" email to the guy.... Does this sound like a pretty good deal? Does anyone have one? Thanks
15 November 2007, 05:44
30378
The rifle is like any other 700. The real question here is, does the stock fit YOU THE SHOOTER? I have one thumbhole stock and it is much better from a bench than shooting off hand. Give great consideration to your hunting style and methods.


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15 November 2007, 06:51
bloodhound689
I have never shot from a thumbhole stock... What is it just awkward in other then BR positions? Most of my shooting is BR but I would like to use it for bear next year. Thanks for the info...
15 November 2007, 08:02
Reloader
You may really like the thumbhole design. They aren't my cup of tea for hunting, but I'll be the first to admit I feel they are the absolute best for offhand shooting. For some reason I can get a much steadier hold when offhand shooting while using the thumbhole design. The only reason I don't like them for hunting is they are bulky feeling and awkard when carrying with a sling IMO. You may really like the design.

Good Luck

Reloader
16 November 2007, 05:04
Jay Gorski
Looks like a decent rifle, think youll love that thumbhole stock.
16 November 2007, 09:08
jjmp
looks like a Boyds stock,
you bought a winner there 4 sure.
keep us posted
regards
16 November 2007, 16:27
bloodhound689
I won't be getting the 30 06. I ended up emailing the guy back to letting him know i would prefer the 300 win mag he has.. He is out of stock as of now.. will let you know what happens..
16 November 2007, 19:46
stillbeeman
I have found the thumbhole stock to be very handy shooting from the bench but very ackward in hunting situations: pantamime taking your thumb out of the thumbhole and releasing the safety and then putting your thumb back in the hole before getting off a shot.