I?d like a new 30-06

[Corbin Dallas]

I have a steyr pro hunter right now, but entertaining options for a new 30-06.

What does the CG brain trust recommend?

[shootthehorses]

How about the new Christensen Arms Evoke? It retails for under a grand. Either that, or go classic! Think M1 Garand or Browning BAR.

[NapalmCheese]

Garand.

Unless you're looking for a hunting rifle, then Tikka.

[cz74]

Last year, I got myself a Benelli Lupo in 30-06, I put an Area 419 muzzle brake on it, plan to hunt with it using my handload of 130 grain Barnes TTSX, using Varget I am averaging 3,100 fps!

[NATEWA]

How about the new Christensen Arms Evoke? It retails for under a grand.

That?s my next rifle but in 270 win. With the faster twist rate, it will shoot heavier bullets - think Berger, Sierra and Nosler are making 170-175 grain bullets.

https://bergerbullets.com/introducing-the-berger-270-caliber-170-grain-eol-elite-hunter/

[sigstroker]

What do you want that the Steyr doesn't have?

[bigbossman]

Garand.

Unless you're looking for a hunting rifle, then Tikka.

^^ this

[Elgatodeacero]

I have been very happy with my Model 70 Alaskan in .30-06 made (assembled I believe) in Portugal by FN/Winchester.

It is very nice looking, has a smooth pre-64 style action, and is very accurate.

I would buy another Winchester Model 70 without reservation and in fact keep looking at a .264 WinMag All Weather model…..

The Tikka T3 is also nice (but no iron sights) and the Ruger Guide gun is pretty good but a little rough in finish and a little high in price for what you get. I would also take a chance on a new RemArms 700 BDL or CDL as they look very good.

[CartridgeCalls]

Weatherby Vanguard submoa.

[eaglemike]

Here you go:

https://www.eurooptic.com/Tikka-View-All-T3x-Rifles.aspx?q=ZjcwN2RjNzYtYmZkMy00NmFlLTgzN2ItNzRlNDNlNmE0YzI0_YjY4MGFmNjEtZDA0MS00ZTMzLWI5NjMtMjEwYTY5Y2RiMDVm&o=1&p=1&i=48&d=48

[Vinnie Boombatz]

Christensen Arms are nice. Tikkas are great if you're on a budget (and even if you're not). I have a Winchester Model 70 Extreme Weather SS that's really nice.

[Preston-CLB]

I have a Savage Model 10 (now 110) in .223. It's very accurate with a smooth action, and was an excellent purchase.

Here is one in 30-06 with walnut stock, adjustable LOP and comb height. MSRP is $1129.

When I bought my Savage there was a nice rebate, so be sure to check the Savage site to see if the rifle you want has the rebate.

Long ago I owned a Win M70 in .308. It was beautifully made and very accurate. If I was buying today, the M70 would be on my short list.
-P

[IronsightsRifleman]

^^ this

Three votes for the M1 Rifle.
CMP still has Expert grades, with new stock and barrel, for $1150.

[Corbin Dallas]

Thanks for all the suggestions, but the M1 or any semi auto is not in consideration.

I had to double check I posted this in the manually operated section.

Christiansen, Tikka, Seekins, and weatherby all have my interest.

The Tikka T3x was surprisingly smooth for the price.

[Shumba]

If you want to go higher end, with proven accuracy, at a good price:

http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=1901591