Cool Video - Remington Model 700 History: The M40 Sniper System

[sledgemeister]

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[Magoo541]

I don't own a boltgun, don't hunt and haven't had a lot of need for one.  BUT, yes it's a big butt, I am looking at getting one to go hunting in the next year or two with my dad before he can't anymore.  I have looked at a few .308s, not set in stone on the caliber but its a NATO round and there is a lot of reloading data on it, like the Savage, Ruger Scout, Winchester Model 70 and the Remington 700.  I've always wanted a M40/M40 Replica since I knew what one was and my question is this: what would be a good starting point for a M40 Replica?  I can probably swing $500-750 for a rifle (maybe more but I'd owe the wife-BIG) and I can borrow a scope from a buddy of mine (with the understanding if I hurt it I own it). 

Fire at will 

[fatbaldguy]

Magoo, here is a base model around your price point.

 http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/36_57_981/products_id/97333

Rings, scope, sling, and later

http://www.brownells.com/rifle-parts/triggers-bottom-metals/bottom-metals/bottom-metal-with-detachable-magazine-prod27538.aspx

Of course there are other manufacturer's out there of similar products, that was just the first I found.

[sledgemeister]

I don't own a boltgun, don't hunt and haven't had a lot of need for one.  BUT, yes it's a big butt, I am looking at getting one to go hunting in the next year or two with my dad before he can't anymore.  I have looked at a few .308s, not set in stone on the caliber but its a NATO round and there is a lot of reloading data on it, like the Savage, Ruger Scout, Winchester Model 70 and the Remington 700.  I've always wanted a M40/M40 Replica since I knew what one was and my question is this: what would be a good starting point for a M40 Replica?  I can probably swing $500-750 for a rifle (maybe more but I'd owe the wife-BIG) and I can borrow a scope from a buddy of mine (with the understanding if I hurt it I own it). 

Fire at will 

Guess it depends on what you intend to hunt.
Heres a doe I took last weekend with my Rem 700 in .223 55g JHP

She is all nicely cut up and in the freezer, skins been salted and will tan it this week, will make nice little blanky for my grandson!
Hunting is a cheap way to put meat on the table, venison here abouts is 25-30.00 a kg and its better for you than beef etc

[kmitch200]

I've always wanted a M40/M40 Replica since I knew what one was and my question is this: what would be a good starting point for a M40 Replica?  I can probably swing $500-750 for a rifle (maybe more but I'd owe the wife-BIG) and I can borrow a scope from a buddy of mine (with the understanding if I hurt it I own it). 

You pretty much have to start with a 700 if you want a M40 replica.
With your price range you can get a brand new one or hunt the online sales for a used one w/ scope for about the same coin.
I've had both new and used and they shoot great! Happy hunting. 

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[Magoo541]

Guess it depends on what you intend to hunt.

Dad, mom, brothers, uncles, cousins and friends all hunt all over Montana.  Everything from "goats" (antelope) to mule deer and elk.  Dad shoots a 270 (I have 150 rounds primed and prepped ready to reload for him), my brother shoots a 300 Win Mag and there are other calibers at the house (35 Whelen and .308 come to mind).  I will be reloading all my own ammo and may shoot some long range competition with it so I may be inclined to go to the 7mm family (7mm WSM top of the list).

From 10' I'd like it took look like an M40 or the "sniper" rifle clan at least.

[sledgemeister]

Dad, mom, brothers, uncles, cousins and friends all hunt all over Montana.  Everything from "goats" (antelope) to mule deer and elk.  Dad shoots a 270 (I have 150 rounds primed and prepped ready to reload for him), my brother shoots a 300 Win Mag and there are other calibers at the house (35 Whelen and .308 come to mind).  I will be reloading all my own ammo and may shoot some long range competition with it so I may be inclined to go to the 7mm family (7mm WSM top of the list).

From 10' I'd like it took look like an M40 or the "sniper" rifle clan at least.

Out of those calibres mentioned I think I would go the 300win mag. You can load it up for larger critters and use a lot heavier pill. The upside is of course you can load them down, to 308 or 30-06 levels for smaller game and a lot less recoil.
Besides which the cartridge doesnt look llike its been hit in the face with a hammer. If you dont need a big boomer I would definately also give a lot of thought to the trusty 30-06 it offers a lot of versatility.

[Strider]

Nice vid. Carried one myself for some time and had a twin built as soon as I got out. The .308 has limits but with careful placement and some thought to ammo selection and range, I am comfy hunting anything in North America with it.