r/canadaguns • u/AutoModerator • Sep 18 '22

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

This thread will be used for the "new"-type questions, PAL/RPAL applications, references, CFSC/CFRSC requirements, storage/transport, or other general "new-to-me" firearms ownership questions.

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u/AromaticAutomatic Sep 22 '22

I’m new to all this as I just got my license and I’m looking for some suggestions from the community on what to buy. I have a gun safe from my grandfather but nothing to fill it with. I’d like a nice .308 bolt action something that’s reliable and accurate I like the look of modern rifles but I’m open to wood options as well and surplus rifles. I’m also looking for advice on semi automatic rifles for target shooting and range shooting when I eventually find and join a range. I realize there’s not a lot of options for semi automatics anymore but again I want something reliable. Thanks in advance!

(Sorry if this is the wrong place to post)

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u/remms123 Sep 22 '22

What’s your budget? That will be the biggest factor. Savage and Ruger make some great budget bolt action hunting rifles. I have a Ruger Hawkeye mk 2 in .308 and couldn’t be happier with it. They are more pricey though.

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u/AromaticAutomatic Sep 22 '22

What’s a budget? I’ll definitely look into the Hawkeye. I appreciate the suggestion! Any recommendations on online stores or is it better to buy in person?

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u/remms123 Sep 22 '22

All the major outfits are good. But support your small time local gun shop if you can! Sometimes it comes down to which rifle fits your body better. Always better to handle the firearm. If you are near Winnipeg I highly recommend rat river outdoors. Pleasure to deal with

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u/AromaticAutomatic Sep 22 '22

Thanks for all your help! It’s a bit of a drive to the nearest local store but I’ll definitely take the drive out there and see what they got in stock. You made a good point about getting a rifle that fits the body.