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Posted by inukshuk (Member # 710) on September 26, 2005, 04:36 PM:
I'm looking at getting a varmint rifle in the near futur. What should it's maximum weight be? This would be carried on an ATV and hiking. I've seen them vary in weight from 7-10.5 lbs.
So far the ones I have been looking at are the CZ and Remington in the 22-250.
[ September 26, 2005, 04:37 PM: Message edited by: inukshuk ]
Posted by Leonard (Member # 2) on September 26, 2005, 05:25 PM:
Welcome to the New Huntmasters, inukshuk. Glad to have you on board. We have another member from Tok, somewhere above the arctic circle; think his name is John?
I have a Remington that you might like. It's a LVSF, weighs 6.75 pounds, only mine is now in 223Ackley, but it's available chambered in 22-250. lookhere:
http://www.remington.com/firearms/centerfire/700lvsf.htm
I bet it would fit your needs.
Good hunting. LB
Posted by inukshuk (Member # 710) on September 26, 2005, 08:00 PM:
Leonard
I was looking at the LVSF, plus the
http://www.cz-usa.com/01.detail.php?id=49
http://www.remington.com/firearms/centerfire/700vssf_II.htm
and the VS SF™ II is in the middle weight wise. I'll be shooting at least up to 500 yrds and maybe farther. Lots of open space here. Still open to any other options though. I'm in a study mode.
Posted by sporterweight (Member # 189) on September 26, 2005, 08:35 PM:
Inukshuk,
I've got both brands a couple of cz's and few remington's as far as the guns go both are fine choices.My cz's are little hard on the brass when chambering[stamped clip with sharp edge at the top] that's the only negative i can say.
You'll need all the barrel length you can get for "at least 500 yd. and beyond".To get the 26" barrel you'll probably have to lean towards a heavy gun,they aren't to bad to carry.I say that because you mentioned an ATV.
Just my thoughts here but a 22-250 might be getting a little light out at 500 and beyond.Might also take a peek at a 243,6mm,25-06 type round.
Well best of luck to you way up yon-way..Mike
I have a new Remington XR-100 22-250 sitting here on the couch with me right now it's the newest member of the family as of noon today.ME
Posted by inukshuk (Member # 710) on September 26, 2005, 11:18 PM:
sporterweight
I was thinking of the 22-250 because from what I saw it has the fastest and straightest cartridge for a small caliber. I already have a Tikka 30-06 with bedding and pillars, so was looking for something smaller for fox, geese etc. small game. I will check again on your suggestions.But from your other thoughts, what do you think of the VS SF™ II?
Posted by sporterweight (Member # 189) on September 27, 2005, 07:43 PM:
Inukshuk,
I think the vs-sf II is a great rifle,and can attest to the HS Precision stock.I have a old Bdl being rebarreled right now and have an HS for it that i like very much.
I saw you over at LR Hunting and read about the long action CZ myself.
The remintons seem to have gone up in quality and down in price,the price on the remington website is outdated.
I like the blued fluted barrel alot.
I think you're on the right track--best of luck--ME
Posted by ba_50 (Member # 735) on February 10, 2006, 04:35 PM:
For coyote hunting you are lucky if you get 3 shots off. Therefore a standard barrel is just as good as a heavy one for accuracy. No sense carrying that extra weight.
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