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Hey guys,
Im new to the shooting game so bare with a noob please!
I just bought a Leupold VX-II 3-9x50mm scope, and a Harris HBLM-S Bipod.
I bought the scope first because I did a lot of time researching it and figured it was in my price range and was a decent scope for a beginner.
Now 2 questions about the rifle. I've decided on a Remington 700 SPS. I cant decide between a 30-06 and a .308. This question needs to be answered before the second question which is do I need to buy these Rings/Mounts separately or do they come with the scope? I need to figure out the caliber of the rifle first because apparently the different calibers relate to whether the rifle is short or long action which effects which model mount/rings I need to buy....is this all correct?
I plan to do a lot of target shooting. A range near me goes to 300 yards I believe. I know I want a larger caliber in case I ever get the chance to do some hunting (which I never have yet). I originally wanted a 30-06 for its size, but .308 was recommended to me. Any suggestions and reasons on which caliber to get?
Please steer me in the right path!
Im new to the shooting game so bare with a noob please!
I just bought a Leupold VX-II 3-9x50mm scope, and a Harris HBLM-S Bipod.
I bought the scope first because I did a lot of time researching it and figured it was in my price range and was a decent scope for a beginner.
Now 2 questions about the rifle. I've decided on a Remington 700 SPS. I cant decide between a 30-06 and a .308. This question needs to be answered before the second question which is do I need to buy these Rings/Mounts separately or do they come with the scope? I need to figure out the caliber of the rifle first because apparently the different calibers relate to whether the rifle is short or long action which effects which model mount/rings I need to buy....is this all correct?
I plan to do a lot of target shooting. A range near me goes to 300 yards I believe. I know I want a larger caliber in case I ever get the chance to do some hunting (which I never have yet). I originally wanted a 30-06 for its size, but .308 was recommended to me. Any suggestions and reasons on which caliber to get?
Please steer me in the right path!