30-06--- How long can I shoot

[Adicted]

Well I dont want to drop 1500-2000 on a new set up but i would like to reach out a little futher with what I have....I have a savage 110 30-06 and am wondering if i get the right optics on it how for out can I shoot out accurate without getting into reloading. I would like to get consistant at 5-600... Can it be done? Also what bullets do you reccomend without having to reload, something I can buy at the box stores.

 

 

 

Thanks

[roninflag]

for longer range shooting the 168 berger is best. so you will need to find some of that ammo . the 168 berger is loaded by hsm. also for long range target shooting only, hornady and fed both have ammo. how is your rifle shooting now??

[Chef]

If you are not reloading, you need to find a factory load with a high BC bullet that shoots well out of your rifle. (MOA or better)

If you can't find a factory load that does, you may need to address things that may be hindering your rifle from doing so.

From the bedding to the trigger to the proper torque on the receiver/bases/rings to a good barrel cleaning.

 

Simply getting a scope that allows you to see farther, doesn't make the rifle a shooter.

 

Once you find a load that consistently shoots tight groups, You will want to find the true velocity by shooting through a chronograph.

This allows you to take advantage of ballistics programs to get your bullets drop data for longer ranges.

Then, you can start practicing out to longer ranges, and confirm those bullet drops.

 

Getting accustomed to a good shooting position/routine is a smart start. Get familiar with parallax, and get a scope that adjusts for it.

 

In the end, you may end up getting six inch groups or better at 600 yards. Then you know you have done it right, with what you have.

 

Best of luck. It's really fun when you hit what you aim for at longer ranges.

[roninflag]

As much as i like the 30-06 - " can i get consistent at 500-600 yards"? unlikely. i have shot against folks shooting 30-06 sporter weight rifles at 500 and 600. sporter weight rifles are harder to shoot than a little heavier rifle. the time and money you spend on factory ammo for the "06 could be quite bit. easy, cheap way..... - get a 308 700 varmint with a 4-12 from dick's (499?) there is a . lot of target 308 ammo around.

[roninflag]

30-06 for long range - i loaded and fired 2500 rounds of 30-06 in competiton(out ot 600 yards) in a year . it is a great round. i can tell you what it takes. a good rifle and good ammo. last time had my rifle at the the range with my ammo. i shot 3 groups all the .3's at 100 yards.

[azgutpile]

A good quality scope with a parallax adjustment helps out a lot. The problem is that once you purchase a good quality scope, you will immediately start upgrading your rifle to catch up.

 

The good news is that you have a rifle that you can upgrade to a semi custom rifle for much less than what you think, probably close to $600.

[Adicted]

A good quality scope with a parallax adjustment helps out a lot. The problem is that once you purchase a good quality scope, you will immediately start upgrading your rifle to catch up.

 

The good news is that you have a rifle that you can upgrade to a semi custom rifle for much less than what you think, probably close to $600.

explain some if u can

[azgutpile]

A good quality scope with a parallax adjustment helps out a lot. The problem is that once you purchase a good quality scope, you will immediately start upgrading your rifle to catch up.

 

The good news is that you have a rifle that you can upgrade to a semi custom rifle for much less than what you think, probably close to $600.

explain some if u can

 

Barrel $320 - The last I heard, you could purchase a prechambered barrel from Criterion barrels for $320 which you can either install it yourself, or have a gunsmith install for cheap.

Then purchase a decent stock from stocky'sstocks.com for somewhere close to $200 and bed it yourself.

Purchase a Timney trigger for $94.00 @ midwayusa.com

Then purchase some quality bases and rings.

 

With your current bold face you can choose from any cartridge that has a 308 or 30-06 case diameter. (e.g. 243 win, 7mm-08, 308 win, 25-06, 270 win, 280 Rem, 280 AI, 30-06, etc.)

 

Since you already have the rifle, I would start with a good quality scope first and then work on the rifle.

[roninflag]

for more info longrangehunting.com, 6mmbr.com and savageshooters.com..

[STOMP442]

500-600 is a piece of cake for an 06. But you really need to reload or find someone that does to help you find a load tuned to your rifle. With proper load work up that rifle should give you consistent half inch groups.

 

The option to build a semi custom rig is also a good idea but you will still need to have your ammo tuned to your rifle. A match grade barrel will not necessarily ensure small groups. It will probably help but its far from absolute. Its all about harmonics and consistency and finding the right bullet and powder combo is the biggest part. Bed or get the rifle bedded if you can and make sure the barrel is floated and since its a savage the tang needs to be floated as well. Make sure you can get a dollar bill to slide all the way around the safety lever from the bolt to the baffle.

[308Nut]

/>500-600 is a piece of cake for an 06. But you really need to reload or find someone that does to help you find a load tuned to your rifle. With proper load work up that rifle should give you consistent half inch groups.

 

The option to build a semi custom rig is also a good idea but you will still need to have your ammo tuned to your rifle. A match grade barrel will not necessarily ensure small groups. It will probably help but its far from absolute. Its all about harmonics and consistency and finding the right bullet and powder combo is the biggest part. Bed or get the rifle bedded if you can and make sure the barrel is floated and since its a savage the tang needs to be floated as well. Make sure you can get a dollar bill to slide all the way around the safety lever from the bolt to the baffle.

^^^^^^^^

Very sound info.

[308Nut]

/>If you are not reloading, you need to find a factory load with a high BC bullet that shoots well out of your rifle. (MOA or better)

If you can't find a factory load that does, you may need to address things that may be hindering your rifle from doing so.

From the bedding to the trigger to the proper torque on the receiver/bases/rings to a good barrel cleaning.

 

Simply getting a scope that allows you to see farther, doesn't make the rifle a shooter.

 

Once you find a load that consistently shoots tight groups, You will want to find the true velocity by shooting through a chronograph.

This allows you to take advantage of ballistics programs to get your bullets drop data for longer ranges.

Then, you can start practicing out to longer ranges, and confirm those bullet drops.

 

Getting accustomed to a good shooting position/routine is a smart start. Get familiar with parallax, and get a scope that adjusts for it.

 

In the end, you may end up getting six inch groups or better at 600 yards. Then you know you have done it right, with what you have.

 

Best of luck. It's really fun when you hit what you aim for at longer ranges.

+1 ^^^^^^^

[10Turkeys]

To answer your question how long can you shoot? I would say stop when your barrel starts getting warm. Back in the day an 06 was all that was used at Perry, so you are good out to 5-600 yards. Most Savages will shoot right out of the box. My best advise is to do like my buddy Stomp does, practice, practice, and then practice some more. The plus side with an 06 is barrel life, all things being equal.

[roninflag]

Well I dont want to drop 1500-2000 on a new set up but i would like to reach out a little futher with what I have....I have a savage 110 30-06 and am wondering if i get the right optics on it how for out can I shoot out accurate without getting into reloading. I would like to get consistant at 5-600... Can it be done? Also what bullets do you reccomend without having to reload, something I can buy at the box stores.

 

 

 

Thanks

Adicted- when you get a rifle- either buy one or build one 950$ to 1250$ they can be real consistent. factory rifles from savage like the LRP or 12-f-class and from remington the 5-r or sendero. From your original post i was not sure you would want that.. Building one can be as good or better. For targets weight is an advantage. Also reloads you can taylor to your rifle. Since you are shooting a factory barreled sporter in a caliber that kicks quite a bit i was afraid you would spend a lot of time and money on factory ammo and have nothing but a shoulder bruise and empty brass. If you do try , your best bet is the ammo i suggested in my other post.