r/canadaguns • u/harry196906 • Apr 19 '26

Buy recommendations Bolt action recommendations

I’m looking to get a bolt action rifle chambered in 5.56/.223 preferably. Was looking at the gen II Ruger American ranch, but haven’t had much luck finding one in stock.

Also looked into CZ600 trail, but from what I’ve researched, those mags have to be pinned at 5. Not sure if that is accurate though. I’d like to be able to use a 10 round if possible.

Was hoping for some advice from the community if I should be looking for something else or hold out and try to find one of the above.

Thanks in advance!

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u/[deleted] Jun 01 '26

The .308 Winchester in a non-restricted bolt action rifle is the most practical choice for most Canadian hunters. It's available at virtually every retailer, has excellent energy retention to 400m, and the ammo is affordable for practice. If you're hunting mixed terrain in Ontario — bush and open cuts — the shorter .308 will handle both.

For budget under $1,200, the Savage 110 is hard to beat. Above that, look at the Tikka T3x. Both are non-restricted and widely available in Canada.

Victory Ridge Sports in Barrie carries a good range of bolt action rifles with Canadian-focused inventory: https://victoryridgesports.ca/product-category/shooting/rifles/bolt-action-rifles/