JayDK
FNG
- Joined
- Oct 8, 2021
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- 8
My current set-up:
I am looking to replace my primary whitetail hunting rifle. I currently hunt with a Bergara B14 woodsman in 7mm-08. The build quality is excellent, the rifle is accurate, bolt is slick, and the trigger is good. When I bought it, I thought I'd keep it forever, but I simply haven't fallen in love with it. It is just a little bit too heavy, and isn't nimble in the heavy stuff. I'll probably sell it to make room in the safe for its replacement.
I live in Tennessee and have the opportunity to hunt both in the woods in some heavily forested and hilly terrain (where a lightweight and handy rifle is perfect) as well as over some fields and food plots (where a 400yd shot would not be out of the question). I'm looking for a do-it-all rifle that carries well and still has enough oomph for longer shots. In terms of caliber, I'd still look to stick with some of those common mid-power calibers that are still fun to shoot at a day at the range (7-08, 6.5 Creed, 270, etc.).
If I'm hunting where shots are within 200yards I'll usually reach for my Winchester 94 30-30. It is compact, lightweight, and carries beautifully in hand. Otherwise, I default to the Bergara.
With all that being said...
The Sauer 100 has caught my eye. By all accounts it sounds like it is a great rifle. Accurate, great trigger, good bolt, good magazine capacity, and Light-ish weight. Additionally, it's widely available online under $600. Has anyone had any experience with these? Are they comfortable to carry? Is there any reason why I shouldn't consider it?
I am looking to replace my primary whitetail hunting rifle. I currently hunt with a Bergara B14 woodsman in 7mm-08. The build quality is excellent, the rifle is accurate, bolt is slick, and the trigger is good. When I bought it, I thought I'd keep it forever, but I simply haven't fallen in love with it. It is just a little bit too heavy, and isn't nimble in the heavy stuff. I'll probably sell it to make room in the safe for its replacement.
I live in Tennessee and have the opportunity to hunt both in the woods in some heavily forested and hilly terrain (where a lightweight and handy rifle is perfect) as well as over some fields and food plots (where a 400yd shot would not be out of the question). I'm looking for a do-it-all rifle that carries well and still has enough oomph for longer shots. In terms of caliber, I'd still look to stick with some of those common mid-power calibers that are still fun to shoot at a day at the range (7-08, 6.5 Creed, 270, etc.).
If I'm hunting where shots are within 200yards I'll usually reach for my Winchester 94 30-30. It is compact, lightweight, and carries beautifully in hand. Otherwise, I default to the Bergara.
With all that being said...
The Sauer 100 has caught my eye. By all accounts it sounds like it is a great rifle. Accurate, great trigger, good bolt, good magazine capacity, and Light-ish weight. Additionally, it's widely available online under $600. Has anyone had any experience with these? Are they comfortable to carry? Is there any reason why I shouldn't consider it?
