I'm looking to buy a 30 06 Left handed Bolt-Action rifle.?

Question

I'm looking for a Remington but other brands are helpful too.
I woul also like to know if it has as much kick as a 30 06 Pump action.
Thanks =]

Answer 1

The recoil will be very close.Remington designs most of their rifles and shotguns in left-handed versions. I think that you will find a Reminton Bolt Action much easier to shoot, over a pump action rifle (Regardless of manufacturer). The 30-06 is a longer cartridge, so in pump action rifle it will require slightly extended reach to function the pump action after each shot fired. For women that usually have shorter arms than most men, this might create issues that you would avoid all together by using a bolt action rifle in the first place.

I sell Remington rifles in my stores 10-1 over other brands as far as popularity, with Savage running a close second place. They are both quality rifles and depending on what your budget allows, are the two best choices for the money.To imply that Savage rifles seem to cater by design to left handed shooters over Remington is totally a false and mis-leading statement. Simply not true. Both Remington and Savage are ergonomically designed and engineered to fit the shooting needs of ALL shooters be they right handed or left handed.

I would strongly suggest you go in person to the Distributor nearest where you live and do a side by side visual comparison of the Remingtons and the Savage lines of rifles. Then make a viable decision on what suits you best, and fits your individual needs and budget best. Cabelas, Bass Pro Shops, Dick's Sporting Goods. Sports Authority, Academy Sports, are all good locations to see these rifles. Good luck with whatever you decide.....

Answer 2

Recoil is not going to be the same. as each rifle is made differently. I have a Model 12 shotgun that kicks like a mean mule but I have a rem 870 that is like shooting a 22 compaired to the model 12.

So yes they are going to have different recoil. More than likely you are going to have to order your rifle. not many gun stores carry lefty guns in stock. All manufactures make left hand versions of there popular bolt actions.

Remington Browning Tikka Savage Ruger Sako all should have guns for wrong handers. I would try to find some and see if any fit you better than the others. The one that feel the best is going to be better for you to shoot. If you have a Bass Pro Shops or Cabalas Close by go there I bet they have them instock.

Answer 3

A pump and a bolt have one thing in common: their bolts both stay locked up when they fire. So recoil is going to depend greatly on the length of the barrel and weight of the rifle. A shorter barrel will impart less velocity, and a heavier rifle won't be pushed by the recoil so much as a light one.

Remington never really did much for their south-paw rifles, unfortunately. Savage, however, has nearly every model they sell available in either configuration, and each a true left-hander, not one that's just been put up in reverse.

Also, Lipseyes does have a Left-Hand section. It's mostly just a listing of Savage rifles. http://www.lipseys.com/itemfinder.aspx?special=Left%20Hand%20Model

Answer 4

I have two A-Bolts,both get sub-MOA with hand loads,the 30-06 Hunter is 20 years old,wonderful piece of wood,modern lines. I like the A-Bolt's removable metal magazine/floorplate over the X-Bolt composite one,but the X has the new trigger and safety. Either would be a very good choice. A-Bolt Hunters normally sell for $650 at Cabela's,recently sale was at $550. Browning still uses near Select wood on stocks,not as nice as Bastogne Walnut,but.... If I had to choose other than Browning, I would look at CZ,SAKO, maybe a TC ICON. There are few things I would trade the A-Bolts for but a SAKO 85,CZ 550 American would come pretty close. I truly think the CZ is the better selection based on economics and true controlled feed. Things are build like a Swiss bank vault,more robust than the Ruger,great Turkish Walnut,classic good looks. I used my friend's 550 375 H&H for bison shooting,he used it in Africa for Cape Buff and Eland. We both reload,so we were getting sub-MOA on all our rifles,but most modern rifles will get you MOA or close out of the box with the right ammo. My advice is the CZ.Best bang for the buck in the long run along with the Browning. Remington makes a decent rifle,but they won't match up to a CZ,Browning or SAKO,especially since you can buy a bare 700 ADL for $400 at Cabela's;has the composite stock,nothing fancy,but will shoot just as well as a BDL/CDL upgrade-still the same 700 action at 60% more cost. Wood stocks on most rifles now are a premium on top of costs,which is why the CZ,Browning Hunter,Ruger,TC Icon make a better value. Savage is similar to Remington,you can spend more money but why. Weatherby Vanguards are about the same too,spending more than $500 isn't buying a better quality rifle,just upgrades or stainless. Tikka is a good choice for bang for the buck,along with the entry level rifles mentioned above,as is the TC Venture,but you would want the wood upgrades instead of composite-puts them too close to the CZ cost. Now,getting a stainless Ruger M77 Hawkeye would be OK,same price as blue,solid Mauser action like the CZ,integral mounts with rings too. I own A-Bolts for a reason,friend has CZ and Ruger for a reason,and it comes down to the same thing you want,rifles that last a lifetime or two.

Answer 5

Good grief! So many non-answers (except for JD, of course, who's in the business and gives reliable answers).
The Remington 700 has been made in a southpaw version for ages. Just ask your local dealer to order one, and you'll probably have it in a week or so. I only wish they offered the wrong-handed version in more chamberings: I have a family full of left-handers, and they can't get the slew of 700's that I have.
There will be little difference in felt recoil, and if the stock fits reasonably well, you'll have no problems. And 700's have a fairly short LOP, so if you're 5'6" or so, the standard stock may need no modification.

Answer 6

Yes they both have the same kick. Since you are wanting a left handed bolt action you might have to order it from your dealer,alot of places do not carry but there is not a big demand for them.

Answer 7

I have a Tikka 30-06 for sale. Very nice bolt action

Answer 8

If you want a bolt action LH without waiting forever look at the Ruger M77LH. Should the auto be of interest try a Browning BAR Longtrac left hand.
Try getting a Limbsaver recoil pad to reduce the felt recoil on your shoulder.

Answer 9

Savage makes a sweet left hander. recoil is just about the same. If it is an issue, install a nice Pachmeyer "decellerator" recoil pad or go all the way and install a muzzle brake.

Answer 10

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