Which brand would you pick as your primary all around hunting rifle ?
What I have in mind is a 7mm rem mag or a good old 30-06.

Ingvar Johann,

I would go with the 7mm Mag. Touch more recoil. Little more down range energy. Little flatter trajectory. The 30-06 offers heavier bullets but how many applications call for going over the 175 to 180 range?

Of the 2, the 7Mag would get the call.

I own both brands.
They are both reliable and accurate, but my Remington's shoot tighter groups.
Because of this my all around rifle is the Remington.
Either way you get a good rifle that will serve you well.
KC

Which type of action do you prefer?

I would say the CZ in 30-06.

I own a 17 HMR that shoots great.
I owned a 375 H&H that shot incredible.
I own a 550 FS 270 Win that shoots factory ammo into one hole.
I have 416 Rigby at the gunsmith's getting reworked right now.

I would go with the CZ, I would never trust a Rem 700!

CZ in either chambering.

The CZ has been getting a lot of good press and as far as I can see you can't go wrong with either the CZ or Remington or for that matter the 7mm Mag or the 30-06.

Some things are like that.....you can't loose either way.

Is the 30-06 as popular in Iceland as it is here in the states?

I would choose the CZ - and I too have owned both. Good luck.

I own both, both are good rifles and shoot well but its an easy decision CZ!!!

I would go CZ 550 american 30,06. But I would not throw rocks at a Remington CDL either. ...tj3006

Hi Ingvar,
personally I would go with the CZ. However, CZ offers the 7mmRM in their "Medium" model still with a 60cm barrel.

I would personally look at the 7x64 in a CZ-550 if you are inclined to a 7mm. The 7x64 is flat shooting, produces less recoil and probably suits the 60cm barrel better with less muzzle flash (as well as being beltless).

Regards

Ingvar,

While I cannot absolutley state this as a fact since it MAY be different in Iceland my suggestion would be to go with the manufacturer who provides the best service & warranty locally. I would think it would be CZ rather than Remington just because that is the way it is in Continental Europe, perhaps out there in the middle of the Atlantic Remington has a better distributor and service rep than the one's here.

Since you're asking; for me there is only one choice on the cartridge - .30/06 Springfield.

Have fun making your choice!

I'm not a big fan of CZ rifles in general, and I am a fan of Remington's. Your choice may be different. However....as far as caliber, if you don't already own a 30/06....here's a perfect opportunity to get out and buy one..!!
It's been the "go-to" round for 100 yrs., and still is for me.
Cheers,
Don

Duikerman ! The 30-06 has always had its share of fans here in Iceland, but in the last 4-5 years the popularity of the magnum (300 win. and 7mm rem. mag.) has grown. It’s my feeling lately that the good old 30-06 is making a strong comeback as the magnum mania is fading ….

Georg ! About my question the other day I finally decided and bought a Sako 85 Gray Wolf stainless laminated in 6.5x55. Great looking rifle that I intend to modify into 6.5-284 . There is a bit of overlap between 6.5-284 and 7x64, I therefore would prefer calibre such as 7mm mag or 30-06 for my next rifle.

I’ve been asking the guys at the range about the CZ and Remington rifles and it seems that the CZ rifle is good to go right out of the box, but the Remington need to have some work done such as free floating the barrel and bedding to be good. What’s the purpose of this front pressure screw under the barrel anyway ? Or what do they call it at Remington !

Ingvar Johann.

CZ NO other choice between these two! I'd not go with either caliber choice, but would pick the 550 chambered for 9.3X62! Though there is nothing wrong with the other two, the 9.3X62 is legal for dangerous game in much of Africa, and the other are not legal for that purpose in ANY country in Africa, unless you have a handicaped special permit!

Ford or Chevy???

Me, even though I've played with a couple of CZs, I own a CDL.

Definitely the CZ. Wouldn't even consider the Remington. But why such boring calibers? Especially since CZ builds a 9.3x62 on its smaller Medium action.

CZ without a doubt !!

Rem 700's are for shooting foxes and rabbits and must have heavy barrels

What dopeydave said!

CZ is hands down a better rifle IMO.

Looks like the CZ is the winner. CZ 550 Lux in 9.3x62 sounds great for driven/woods hunting, I already have a Sako 75 Hunter in .338 win. mag. which is a bit too heavy for driven hunt (4.5 kg. with scope). The CZ would be at least 0.7 kg. lighter and much handier. Sounds like I really have to by 2 rifles one 7mm rem. mag. and 9.3x62! Maybe the guy at the store will give me a good deal… !!! You never own too many rifles right?

Ingvar Johann

CZ.

Remington.

Ingvar, I would go for a CZ without any doubt, I had a Remington and I sold it, because I never get satisfied enough to keep it, not even as a loaning rifle...

I own a CZ in 416 Rigby, and it is by far the way better rifle. So if you have to choose between those two, go with the CZ.

As for the caliber.....well..... it depends on your shooting distance and also on the game you intend to hunt. For the longer distances you have your .338 Win.Mag. Very fine. Altough you cannot go wrong with the good old .30-06, in that case I would also suggest the 9,3x62 and, with a good ammo you can easily shoot up to almost 200 meters.

May I also suggest you to have a closer look to the Steyr Mannlicher Pro Hunters as well? Sure.. they are more expensive but they are very well made, have the way better triggers and shoot MOA just out of the box. Especially if you choose the 9,3x62 you can have the "mountain" version, with short barrel (51 cm) which is plenty enough for the good old 9,3x62.

Sometimes I just can't believe the answers on an internet Forum...

The guy is listing as being in ICELAND.
He NEVER mentioned AFRICA.
He DID mention the two calibers he WANTS to choose from.

So, what do you guys do?
You tell him to:
...get ammo that might not be readily available where he lives;
...in a caliber he doesn't want;
...because he could use it in AFRICA!



Well? Ya DID, dint'cha?

I like my Remington 700's, especially the one in 7mm Rem.Mag.
That's what I'd recommend.

I suppose the CZ in .30-06 would be a very good and classic choice, too.
Wouldn't mind having one of those myself!

Good LUCK, Sir!
The rest of you guys, lighten up! I'm teasing you!

What in hell does his residence have to do with where he can hunt, with the rifle he wants to buy. Since the rifle most suggested is factory chambered for the 9.3X62 and the fact that is legal no matter where he might want to hunt,and the other two are not, why should that option not be suggested? The suggestion doesn't mandate his accepting it!

The reason it was given is the chambering will work perfect at his home but is legal should he decide to hunt in Africa. The 9.3X62 is most likely easier to get in Iceland, than the 7mm mag, or just as available! However that is for him to decide. It is still my opinion, the 9.3 is a better choice than the other two. I have several rifles in all three chamberings, if that matters.

I live in Texas, but that fact hasn't stopped me from hunting in Africa, any more than it will stop him, if he decides to.


INGVARdisregard my post, it seems it has no merit! Good day sir!

Hey, MacD37!
Let's welcome Ingvar to the Forum!
It doesn't matter what you want or ask, as long as someone recommends something different!

He asked about THESE TWO RIFLES:
CZ 550 Lux or Remington CDL ?


He asked about THIS PURPOSE:
Which brand would you pick as your primary all around hunting rifle ?


He asked about THESE TWO CARTRIDGES:
What I have in mind is a 7mm rem mag or a good old 30-06.

That's why I answered the way I did, but YOU kinda like to give me a bad time on this Forum no matter where I post...but that's OK!

IF Ingvar is willing to give up spending the money on TWO rifles...he might want to go with the 9,3x62!
Personally, if it's gonna be a CZ, I'd go with the Mannlicher stock version.
AWESOME!