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Thread: Not an advert, but how could you go wrong.

  1. 21-11-2024, 12:40 PM #1
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    Not an advert, but how could you go wrong.

    Managed to have a quick prowl around a few gun stores in Invers yesterday (and yes, was with the wife) and spied these two absolute bargains. Couldn’t really go wrong with either one of them.

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    WOW !
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    New generation of ruger Americans about to hit the self's so could be some bargains to be had.
    These older generation rugers are excellent for the money. A little agricultural but do the job well.
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    But which one...

    never mind, I dont have the money to drop on a new rifle
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    I went and had a look, Brad (who must be just about the longest serving, best natured and knowledgeable hunting and fishing guy in NZ) tried hard to make a sale but I escaped with my wallet intact!
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    They might be new cartridges but the old 303 can push a 150 grainer at 2700ish so why would you go there. That’s just my thoughts


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    At those prices they won't fail to find buyers. Even in this economy ....
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tentman View Post
    I went and had a look, Brad (who must be just about the longest serving, best natured and knowledgeable hunting and fishing guy in NZ) tried hard to make a sale but I escaped with my wallet intact!
    You’re the first person I thought of when I saw them Surprised you hadn’t already spotted those goodies but you’ve shown admirable restraint. Great newbie’s first rifle, leaving money on the table for better glass and a few minor improvements.
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    Quote Originally Posted by gregdudehunter View Post
    They might be new cartridges but the old 303 can push a 150 grainer at 2700ish so why would you go there. That’s just my thoughts


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    Because the vast majority of 303s aren't as accurate as these are once you get out a bit.
    Bush shooting out to 200 for most of them
    And only one relatively heavy rifle type with limited ammo to pick from. If you have a good one fair enough but I reckon there are better options. Plus have you seen the price people are asking for an old potentially crap 303 is nowadays?
    For only a couple of hundred more you can have a new one.
    I wouldn't have either of the calibres but that's just me
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