r/canadaguns • u/AutoModerator • Apr 02 '23

Weekly Newbies & FAQ Thread - Post your questions here for PAL/RPAL application, timelines, CFSC/CFSRC, references & requirements, or general new to firearms ownership -type questions

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u/deletekeemstar Apr 04 '23 edited Apr 04 '23

What should I buy first?

A) Ruger PC carbine

B) Chinese SKS and a Savage axis 2 (308)

Main uses: prepping and target shooting. I currently own a 12ga Mossberg 500 and a Savage a22.

Pros of A: I can shoot it at ranges closer to where I live (they don't allow centerfire rifles).

Pros of B: More versatile. I can get an SKS before prices go up even more.

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u/[deleted] Apr 05 '23

What distance are you shooting? If it's under 500 meters, consider getting a rifle chambered in .223 instead. You'll save money and have just as fun of an experience. I have a .223 savage for target shooting, I only bring out my .308 on hunts or past 500m shooting distances

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u/deletekeemstar Apr 05 '23

Well here's the problem:

The 2 ranges closest to me, only accept rimfire, shotguns, and pistol caliber rifles.

If I got a 9mm carbine, I could use it a lot more, but an sks (collecting/prepping) and a 308 rifle (for the occasional deer hunt) also sounds pretty nice lol.

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u/[deleted] Apr 05 '23

What's your budget? Although savage rifles are generally very accurate for their price range, all other aspects leave a bit to be desired. I've had at least 5 savage rifles I can think of, once I switched to a higher quality brand I was pretty blown away by the difference. My personal favorite is CZ, but Tikka, Howa and bergara are also very popular here. If you're willing to spend a bit more, you get a lot for your money

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u/deletekeemstar Apr 06 '23

I will probably go with the SKS and a ton of surplus ammo for now (just discovered that a local range allows steel core).

Then, I will save up for a nicer deer rifle (prob a tikka).

Also, I checked 9mm prices... I'll pass on a PCC for now lol