I’d lіkе a combo between аn assault rifle type аnd hunting rifle thаt I саn mount a scope.
I’m nοt really familiar wіth thе caliber. I hаνе a friend thаt wаntѕ mе tο bυу hіѕ remington 700. bυt раrt οf thе scope brοkе οff wіth thе first shot. a plastic раrt οn a bushnell sight. іt wаѕ a very ассυrаtе round аnd a gοοd rifle. Bυt, It wasn’t smooth tο gеt thе rounds chambered аnd hаd аn internal magazine thаt held 4 rounds. I liked thе caliber size fοr deer.
Browning BAR is the first and really only one that came to my mind but not sure if thats the type of magazine you wanted.
Remington 700 is a great rifle. I have had (and hunted with) one in . 270 for 20 years with 0 problems. A scope problem is something external to the gun, and easily fixable. 700 actions are usually smooth as butter, It’s likely he hasn’t taken good care of the rifle and it’s dirty or has some corrosion in the feed path, If your buddy wants to sell you the gun, make him fix it before you buy.
Winchester model 70, Ruger model 77, and Savage model 110 or 111 are all good rifles. All are bolt action 4 or 5 round guns,
1. Remington Models 74, 740, 742, and 7400. (I own the Model 7400 and my Father owns the Model 74)
Remington semi-autos are probably the most popular big game rifles of their kind. Long the most affordable semi-auto deer rifle when it comes to high-powered cartridges, they have held their ground through various Models such as the 74, 740, 742, and 7400. While I’m not a big fan of Remington centerfire autoloaders, a lot of hunters are, and they have taken a lot of game over the years.
2. Browning BAR
Since its introduction in 1967, the Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR) has set the standard for autoloading centerfire hunting rifles. Known for excellent accuracy and dependability, the BAR also lives up to Browning’s reputation for high quality and usability. For decades, it was the only commercial auto chambered for magnum cartridges. Long Trac and Short Trac versions signify a newer generation rifle, which bears little resemblance to the original.
3. Benelli R1
The Benelli R1 semi-automatic rifle was introduced in 2003. I haven’t heard a lot about it from hunters yet, but Benelli is a respected name, well-known for their excellent autoloading shotguns. Early reviews of this odd-looking rifle sounded promising. The R1 is available in 30-06 and 300 Win Mag.
Hope that this helps.
To tell the truth, I can’t think of one that is not good. One of my 30-06’s is an old Enfield eddystone. Made in 1917, shoots great. Whether you choose a Savage, Remington, Winchester, Sako or whatever, they all function fine. You just have to find one that fits your shoulder when you bring it up.
Tube fed rifles like a Marlin 336 aren’t available in 30-06 anyway.
I would go with a BAR if you are dead set on an autoloader. The BAR was used in WWII as a Squad automatic rifle. BAR stands for Browning Automatic Rifle. The Remington 700 is one of the best rifles on the market and had been for quite some time. I have a Winchester Model 70 and also one of the best. the action is smooth and I have never had a problem with it. It only takes 1 shot to kill a deer.
Browning BAR, and the Remington 7400 would be my first and second choices.
Both are great guns.
But I’m not sure by what you mean when you say your Rem. 700 did not smoothly chamber its cartridges. The 700 is universally known for its smooth action and feed. There may be something wrong with it. You might want to consider having a gunsmith look at it.
M1 Garand. . . If you can find one that is in good shape. 8 round internal clip is more than enough to deer hunt with. It’s a good solid weapon that will feed flawlessly if you keep it clean and oiled.
i use a savage 30-06 110 for deer hunting with a bushnell scope mounted on it and it works like a charm and is very accurate. if you want an autoloading rifle go with a browning BAR.