Thread: 223 options.

Originally Posted by Mooseman

Rem Model 7 hard to go past.

I bought a Howa mini 223 a couple of years ago. Really accurate; love the gun. But, I really wish they hadn't let Homer Simpson design the magazine latch. It's the one thing that I dislike about it.

When I was deciding what to buy I fell in love with the Remington model 7; but it was $600 dearer. And as I was pretty broke; decided that the Model 7 wouldn't kill goats and deer $600 "deader"...... Sorta regret it a bit as the Model 7 was the nicest "pointing" and handling rifle I'd had a play with. But overall I'm pleased with the Howa; but would prefer a 5-shot flush mag.......

I'm thinking of getting new 7mm-08 (sick of the POS Marlin XS&....). Had a play with a Savage light weight; but didn't like it's handling; just felt clunky..... So maybe a Remmy Model 7......

Originally Posted by bumblefoot

I bought a Howa mini 223 a couple of years ago. Really accurate; love the gun. But, I really wish they hadn't let Homer Simpson design the magazine latch. It's the one thing that I dislike about it.

When I was deciding what to buy I fell in love with the Remington model 7; but it was $600 dearer. And as I was pretty broke; decided that the Model 7 wouldn't kill goats and deer $600 "deader"...... Sorta regret it a bit as the Model 7 was the nicest "pointing" and handling rifle I'd had a play with. But overall I'm pleased with the Howa; but would prefer a 5-shot flush mag.......

I'm thinking of getting new 7mm-08 (sick of the POS Marlin XS&....). Had a play with a Savage light weight; but didn't like it's handling; just felt clunky..... So maybe a Remmy Model 7......

Nothing wrong with the Howa they are very accurate and well priced, my brother in law has one and loves it. I have had mine for many years and it still shoots good and yes they are nice to carry and point well.

Originally Posted by Mooseman

Nothing wrong with the Howa they are very accurate and well priced, my brother in law has one and loves it. I have had mine for many years and it still shoots good and yes they are nice to carry and point well.

Yes; it is a nice rifle