Not vague at all. He has specified a caliber and action. His reasons for those choices are irrelevant. He is simply asking for recommendations on make and model as well as possible sources.
Savage has a 308 rifle for less than $400 he would need sights etc. Just one deal I found in 6 minutes on the internet I was astounded at the price I think Best Buy Kmart any of the big box stores in your area that sell firearms or a store like that
That’s what I was guessing, that PA was full of farm type stores.
I have killed a few GH out to 75 yrds. with a 22RF. That's all you need for pest control. Don't shoot unless you have a good back stop any caliber. Maybe one of the 22 RF magnums for longer range.
I hate this line of thinking. Why does a rifle have to be abused? people always say they treat them like a tool and to me that means taking care of it. Tools cost money and they serve a purpose and they are sure nice to have when you need one. There is absolutely no reason why a nice rifle couldn't be used on a farm or ranch or whatever. There is a big difference between used and abused. Just takes a little bit of effort on the owners part.
Gary is on the money with this. 10 years down the road, the farmer will own something he would never part with. The rest are hit or miss. Second choice would be a Howa mini, but I bet it won't shoot with a Tikka.
If you can find one a Stevens 200 would be one of the older style bolts. No accutrigger and has enough twist up to 70 GR bullets.also blind mag well so nothing to lose..good farm/ranch rifle...but that's me.
