r/canadaguns • u/Donthrowaway45 • Mar 16 '26

Gun and gear reviews First Rifle

Thinking of pairing the T3X CTR .308 ($1500) w/ a Vortex Venom 3-15x44 FFP, 34mm scope ($700) + low Vortex Pro series scope rings ($120) as my first rifle.

Reading that the T3X is pretty solid and should last, whereas the venom is an entry level scope (crazy for $700). But for the very casual plinker I though it'd suffice to get me, and keep me, into it. Any thoughts before I commit?

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u/Omega_Shaman Mar 16 '26

223/556 is cheaper for plinking. If you are only going to be shooting at the range then something like a Howa 1500 mini action with a heavy barrel is a good choice.

I would pair that with something like:

A Rossi R95 357 because you can shoot 38 special with it at pistol caliber ranges.

A Savage MkII FV 22lr bolt action also punches above its weight. Accurate as hell with CCI Mini Mag.

A Mossberg Maverick 88 Security 12 ga for shooting slugs is a ton of fun.

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u/Donthrowaway45 Mar 16 '26

I like the idea of using cheaper ammo, but I'm also torn cause I'd prefer the recoil and feel of the 308. it also seems like the 1500 isn't available in my area.

I was planning to pair the t3x with the mossberg 590a1 as well for some more close range fun.

thanks for the suggestions.

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u/BI0WEED Mar 16 '26

Grab a Ruger American ranch in 5.56

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u/Nuttin_but_taco Mar 16 '26

I wish I could find one in stock somewhere

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u/BI0WEED Mar 16 '26

I used IRungunz