Thanks for the info guys, Recently i inherited alot of guns from my dad, one was a 220 swift with unertl 15x scope. a gun that I will never use. Looking to get something that I can hunt with and will end up being a gun for my grandson. Have been looking at 6.5 creedmoor 110 predator , don't know much about them. I have a friend that bought one and he really likes it . Will be antelope hunting this fall , thinking this may be a good choice. Have already sold 220 swift and have unertl on e-bay any feedback would help. Been lurking around forum for awhile and have already learned alot .,so decided to join
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Welcome aboard. There isn't much love for the creedmoor on this board. I believe that stems from the "tacticool" crowd making outrageous claims about it's ability's. That said... in my book it's a nice medium range choice, and it's a accurate modern cartridge design that has quite a following in the right circles.
I'm not a savage guy, but some shoot good. Personally I'd run from a savage , and run towards a Tikka T3X or T3X superlite. You would save over 2 pds carrying weight over the Savage you mentioned, and it will shoot lights out! In the end it's your decision, but you owe it to yourself to handle both guns, and work the actions. See what feels right to you.
I'm not a savage guy, but some shoot good. Personally I'd run from a savage , and run towards a Tikka T3X or T3X superlite. You would save over 2 pds carrying weight over the Savage you mentioned, and it will shoot lights out! In the end it's your decision, but you owe it to yourself to handle both guns, and work the actions. See what feels right to you.
I have a tikka t3 in 30-06 and love action on it
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No I don't reload, and I am from the Lock Haven area Grew up in Beech Creek
jds holler
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Welcome Willy! Whatever anyone says, it looks like the Creedmoor is here to stay, and I doubt that anyone would say that it's simply no good.
I'd advise getting your hands on as many different rifles to handle for fit and comfort before you pull the lever on one. There is simply a few basic differences that are pretty important in how a rifle fits and functions that are important to how well you will like it in the future.
High power rifles are a beautiful precision instrument, and you will come to love the capabilities they offer, and the "philosophy" of accuracy. jd
I'd advise getting your hands on as many different rifles to handle for fit and comfort before you pull the lever on one. There is simply a few basic differences that are pretty important in how a rifle fits and functions that are important to how well you will like it in the future.
High power rifles are a beautiful precision instrument, and you will come to love the capabilities they offer, and the "philosophy" of accuracy. jd
took your advice and upgradedWelcome! Put that scope up here and it might go quicker, being separated from the EBay herd.
I tried to post scope but it said content not allowedHey, good for you! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! I appreciate your commitment to the forum as, I’m sure, others do too. Now I have to go look at that scope!
pirate ammo
Guaranteed to take the wind out of their sails
get it josh, you know you want it.Now I have to go look at that scope!
joshb
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I don’t understand that. It should kick in automatically! Until the boss sorts it out, PM me the pics and info and I’ll post it for you! If I decide not to buy it, that is!
I'm curious as to what the Swift was that you sold. Welcome to the forum, Barlow
Ruger model 77 with heavy barrel
I'm a PA guy too and have hunted the Northern big woods for many years. If you want an all around, dual purpose rifle, I'd opt for the 243 Winchester in a Tikka T3. You can hunt deer, varmints, and predators with this caliber. The Tikka, in this caliber, is a mild recoiling rifle and very accurate. Mine is a 1/4 moa rifle with tailored hand loads. This rifle is a joy to carry in the field and functions flawlessly with a smooth bolt and great trigger.
I know you said you don't hand load but their is an abundance of great factory ammo for this caliber. I'd start with the Federal Premium. The 243 with would be a nice hand off to your grandson as a first rifle, it was mine and I hunted everything in PA (except bear) with it successfully. Rifles in all makes are available in this caliber also.
The 6.5 Creedmoore is the latest fad and will do all the above too. I just can comment on it in detail since I don't own one.
If you plan to hunt only big game including PA bears then I'd opt for a heavier caliber such as the 270, 308, or 30-06. There is an abundance of factory ammo offerings for these also and are very effective big game cartridges. Recoil can become an issue with these calibers in light weight rifles - just keep that it mind. Some are more sensitive to it than others but you'll never feel the recoil in a hunting situation, only when sighting in and practicing.
I know you said you don't hand load but their is an abundance of great factory ammo for this caliber. I'd start with the Federal Premium. The 243 with would be a nice hand off to your grandson as a first rifle, it was mine and I hunted everything in PA (except bear) with it successfully. Rifles in all makes are available in this caliber also.
The 6.5 Creedmoore is the latest fad and will do all the above too. I just can comment on it in detail since I don't own one.
If you plan to hunt only big game including PA bears then I'd opt for a heavier caliber such as the 270, 308, or 30-06. There is an abundance of factory ammo offerings for these also and are very effective big game cartridges. Recoil can become an issue with these calibers in light weight rifles - just keep that it mind. Some are more sensitive to it than others but you'll never feel the recoil in a hunting situation, only when sighting in and practicing.
What he said - handle several - Savage, Remington, Ruger, Tikka - for example, these have at least 3 different kinds of safety levers. One may feel easier to manipulate than the others. You will never know until you pick one up and try it.
Went down to the local shop and checked out a couple , they did not have the savage i was interested in but checked out a tikka and a ruger and Kimber that they had. there was a big difference in the action on all three . now I know why I like my Tikka T3 in 30 /06.
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