Modern Day Classics?

[Rob404]

Since The CRF CZ 550 are no longer in production I would add one of those for your consideration. They are great shooters and starting to bring some high prices lately, get one while they are still affordable

 

[USN]

Take a look at Benelli Lupo, in walnut of course. A very nice blend of modern and classic. Keep all the adapters to adjust to any shooter.

 

[jruby]

I have a 1917 enfield sporter in 300 H&H that is quite accurate. The individual that built this rifle has been gone for some time. It was built back in the early 40's late 30's. The rifle handles very nicely and is relatively light. I do not know who will end up with this rifle after my time has come but I hope they cherish it as I have.

 

[Kevin Peacocke]

At the lower end of the budget spectrum a Ruger No1 in 30-06.
At the upper end a Dakota Arms model 10.

You don't get any more classic than a single shot rifle, and both of these are pure beauty.

 

[Major Bonkers]

Buy yourself a copy of Dangerous Game Rifles by Terry Wieland (available on Amazon). Start from that instead of some anonymous wiseacres on the internet.

You don't say what your budget is, which will materially affect what you can or ought to buy.

You are likely to find a 30-06 too small for African purposes, and I suggest that you start at a .375 H&H magnum. Use enough gun!

 

[Bush Buck]

The Ruger has my attention. I already own the 77/22. These rifles would compliment each other to hand down to my son and seems like I already have a platform I am used to if these rifles are as similar as they appear. Understandably different going from 22lr to 30-06.

I bought a Ruger 77/22 LR when they first came out and have enjoyed it hunting and shooting for many years. It's been a trouble free rifle and is still in the family. I also have one in 22 magnum.

You are correct that these are great companions to the Ruger Hawkeye. The safety function is the same. Some folks prefer the slightly more accessible safety lever of the Win 70 but I am totally comfortable with the Hawkeye safety. I shoot both. I did all of my hunting this winter with a Hawkeye.

Bush Buck

 

[jb1069]

I didn't purposely put a budget so I would get multiple opinions. But realistically I would like be $2500 or less. The main reason being is I am not sure at this point I would appreciate the difference. My knowledge and experience with rifles is small. I am a typical midwest whitetail/turkey hunter with bow and gun that has caught the Africa fever.

As far as the 30-06 not being enough gun I have read so many conversations pro and con. Seems like a good caliber with very few limitations. As of right now I am looking at PG animals.

 

[Russ16]

I didn't purposely put a budget so I would get multiple opinions. But realistically I would like be $2500 or less. The main reason being is I am not sure at this point I would appreciate the difference. My knowledge and experience with rifles is small. I am a typical midwest whitetail/turkey hunter with bow and gun that has caught the Africa fever.

As far as the 30-06 not being enough gun I have read so many conversations pro and con. Seems like a good caliber with very few limitations. As of right now I am looking at PG animals.

If it is your main rifle I assume it will get more use at home than in Africa. 30-06 is great for North America. Maybe go up to .338 mag if you hunt a lot of big bears.

At that price point I’d either get a new model 70 super grade or buy a pre-64 model and save a few more dollars and get it nicely restocked.

 

[jb1069]

USN,

Thanks for the heads up on the Benelli. I do like the looks of that!

 

[USN]

USN,

Thanks for the heads up on the Benelli. I do like the looks of that!

I absolutely love mine in 300 win mag, true moa out of the box. I have tried several different loads and seems to like them all. (All factory, no handloads) Gun sure shoots better than me. Go hands on even if a plastic and see how smooth the bolt works. Several YouTube videos on the walnut.