Thread: Which bolt 223 to look out for

Originally Posted by TheWuce

I can't decide whether to go for a .308, .223 or 7.62x39 Howa 1500. .223 would be cheaper to shoot but I don't know if it's ethical to hunt deer and pigs with it, .308 is just expensive, x39 seems like a good middle ground but I think it has accuracy issues with the cheap steel case stuff.

308 not really that expensive....Try Ammo direct ($140 per 100 rounds) or Belmont $108 per 100 with SP. 308 is a fairly decent choice and has more legs than the x39. I would use x39 on hogs before I used 223 but would usually take the 308 because it covers all.

Originally Posted by timattalon

308 not really that expensive....Try Ammo direct ($140 per 100 rounds) or Belmont $108 per 100 with SP. 308 is a fairly decent choice and has more legs than the x39. I would use x39 on hogs before I used 223 but would usually take the 308 because it covers all.

Completely agree. .308 is one of thr cheapest centrefire to run (along with. 223 and 7.63x39) and in my view the most versatile.
The Belmont ammo, has to be the best deal out there in terms of quality vs price.