I have a Bushmaster XM15 223 that I am quite surprised at the accuracy, but looking for maybe longer barrel, target trigger, It does NOT have to be assault rifle style, just something maybe $500 or less
2007-03-20 01:21:30 · 9 answers · asked by Jon J 4 in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Hunting
You have a few hundred choices to choose from...
If your looking for a bolt action center-fire cartridge target rifle, I would suggest the Remington model 700 and it's clones. There many calibers available, and many many shooters use this platform. Target competition, hunting, professionally and plinking. Like some models of firearm...there are many aftermarket parts and accessories.
2007-03-20 02:01:12 · answer #1 · answered by ohgerr 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I'd suggest the CZ 527 .223. Light, extremely accurate, and great value.
Also the Ruger M77 and Savage 10FP Varmint.
$500 might be a stretch for some (especially including optics)in new condition but good quality used rifles are out there as well.
2007-03-20 09:15:39 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'd go with the Savage - exceptional accuracy out of the box, and priced a few $$ less than the Remington, Ruger, CZ. With the money you save you can buy a better scope. The trigger on the Savage is easily adjustable too.
2007-03-20 09:37:20 · answer #3 · answered by Emmett 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thompson Center Encore with a bull barrel, I have one set up for several calibers.
To change calibers all you have to do is swap out the barrels.
Barrel and scope are one piece so you don’t have to re-zero when you swap out.
You can also convert it to a pistol by swapping out the stock for pistol grips and barrel.
I have both 223 heavy barrel and 25-06 heavy barrel for varmints and predators.
Encore is a very accurate weapon, and one I have never regretted buying I hunt with it a lot.
Link attached.
http://www.tcarms.com/firearms/encore.php
Hope this was of help.
D58
2007-03-20 22:02:56 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not opt for a trigger upgrade and target upper on your XM15? That way you can target shoot when you want to with the target upper or switch it and plink with the upper you have now. Plus, you'll enjoy a match trigger whenever you shoot it! If that's not what you want to do, a high quality bolt gun would be my other suggestion.
2007-03-20 20:33:24 · answer #5 · answered by nick_nunya2003 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with Emmett. Savage, Tactical Model 100 in .223 .
Reasonably priced, EXTREMELY ACCURATE right out of the box. No trigger adjustment needed on tactical model.
2007-03-20 22:02:13 · answer #6 · answered by BladeSmith 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Browning abolt in 222 mag more than 500 but worth it tack driver. see the Thompson contender singleshots too...in 223 great varmit guns
2007-03-20 17:05:36 · answer #7 · answered by brokerman74067 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As mentioned the Savages are great guns, their 'cheaper' Stevens brand is also very good. I have one to take out west for shooting Prairie dogs as well as a savage in .204 ruger and .17 hmr. All nice rounds.
2007-03-20 15:47:17 · answer #8 · answered by Charles B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
what the hell for my uncle has a 223 and he was hunting with it one year and from 200 yards he shot right though one deer and hit another deer behind it killed them both. true story. so if your looking for a hunting rifle keep that gun.
2007-03-23 09:55:41 · answer #9 · answered by The UnStoppable L'Heurooster 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋