I would consider the Remington 783 based on this excellent “American Rifleman” article below the picture. It is cost-effective, works well and is accurate. Similar in mass manufacture to the Ruger American, a rifle for a hunter who want a hunters rifle and not break the bank. Retail is around $400 or so. I would add a Leupold Scope, see below.
http://www.remington.com/products/firearms/centerfire/model-783/model-783.aspx
http://www.americanrifleman.org/articles/remington-783-review
Spec’s from Remington.com web site
| Compare Full Specs |
Caliber | Average Weight (lbs.) | Barrel Length (in.) | Overall Length (in.) | Twist | Status | Note | Order # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 243 Win | 7.375 | 22″ | 41.625″ | 9.125″ | Current | 85832 | ||
| 270 Win. | 7.2 | 22″ | 42 5/8″ | 10″ | Current | 85834 | ||
| 30-06 Springfield | 7.2 | 22″ | 42 5/8″ | 10″ | Current | 85836 | ||
| 308 Win | 7 | 22″ | 42 1/8″ | 10″ | Current | 85837 | ||
| 7mm Remington Mag | 7.3 | 24″ | 44 5/8″ | 9 1/4″ | Current | 85838 | ||
| 300 Win Mag | 7.375 | 24″ | 44.625″ | 10″ | New | 85839 | ||
| 243 Win | 7.125 | 20″ | 38.625″ | 9.125″ | New | COMP | 85850 | |
| 308 Win | 7.125 | 20″ | 38.625″ | 10″ | New | COMP | 85851 |
(LEFT) Left Hand (COMP) Compact (SPEC) Special Run (TAC) Tactical (DISC) Discontinued
I would recommend a Leupold Scope for this rifle. A VX-1, VX-2 or VX-3 is the ticket.
http://leupold.com/hunting-shooting/scopes
From the Leupold Web site:
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VX-1 Riflescopes
There’s much to tell about our new VX®-1, but here’s how the story ends: No other scope in its class comes even close the the quality, performance, and value of VX-1. With our revolutionary Quantum Optical System, with lead-free glass and Multicoat 4 lens coatings, the result is up to 92% total light transmission, and a sight picture that is incredibly bright, clear and razor sharp. Better have one atop your favorite rifle.
VX-2 Riflescopes
The VX®-2 is one of our most popular lines of riflescopes, for reasons that become clear to anyone who picks one up. It’s packed full of useful features, including precise ¼-MOA finger click adjustments; the Quantum Optical System with Index Matched™ lens coatings for exceptional image brightness and clarity; externally threaded fast-focus eyepiece; tactile power indicator; and for the first time, the option of our Custom Dial System™ in select models. The VX®-2 is built to meet the demands of today’s serious hunters and shooters.
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VX-3 Riflescopes
We pushed everything to the limit to make the VX®-3 at home on your favorite rifle, whether you are hunting whitetail from a treestand, or stalking sheep in rugged terrain. We’ve loaded the VX-3 with optical technology: Xtended Twilight Lens System, DiamondCoat 2 lens coating, blackened lens edges, second generation waterproofing, twin bias spring erector system, and cryogenically treated adjustments. It’s all there to help you make the shots of a lifetime.