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Whats the BEST Scout Rifle.....?
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Site Supporter   Location: Burlington Joined: Wed Aug 22, 2012 Posts: 5999 Real Name: Kyle 
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Been thinking I need to add a dedicated Scout rifle to the collection. What does everyone like? I'm thinking along Jeff Coopers guidelines. The Ruger has caught my eye, but has proprietary mags. Any other short, mag fed, bolt action rifles out there I an missing? I know the Mossberg exists, but am ignorant to its quality. Any and all help appreciated!
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| Wed Aug 17, 2022 9:24 pm |
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Site Supporter  Location: Lynnwood and at large Joined: Wed May 1, 2013 Posts: 21289 Real Name: Vick Lagina
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Why not a lever gun?
savage 110? model 11? That Ruger scout should be fine, proprietary mags not withstanding? _________________ “Finding ‘common ground’ with the thinking of evil men is a fool’s errand” ~ Herschel Smith "The “A return to First Principles in a Republic is sometimes caused by simple virtues of a single man. His good example has such an influence that the good men strive to imitate him, and the wicked are ashamed to lead a life so contrary to his example. Before all else, be armed!” ~ Niccolo Machiavelli Láodòng zhèng zhūwèi zìyóu FJB |
| Wed Aug 17, 2022 10:25 pm |
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Site Supporter / FFL Dealer  Location: Tacoma, Washington Joined: Fri Nov 21, 2014 Posts: 8365
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Savage 10 Scout. Seems to shoot OK
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| Wed Aug 17, 2022 10:32 pm |
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Site Supporter Location: Lynnwood and at large Joined: Wed May 1, 2013 Posts: 21289 Real Name: Vick Lagina
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_________________ “Finding ‘common ground’ with the thinking of evil men is a fool’s errand” ~ Herschel Smith "The “A return to First Principles in a Republic is sometimes caused by simple virtues of a single man. His good example has such an influence that the good men strive to imitate him, and the wicked are ashamed to lead a life so contrary to his example. Before all else, be armed!” ~ Niccolo Machiavelli Láodòng zhèng zhūwèi zìyóu FJB |
| Thu Aug 18, 2022 12:09 am |
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Site Supporter Location: Burlington Joined: Wed Aug 22, 2012 Posts: 5999 Real Name: Kyle
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Seems the Savage 11 Scout is the truly dedicated Scout model they make from the factory. It has proprietary Savage mags. The Duger and Christiansen have AICS compatibility, which is a plus for me. However, it seems like someone would have made a rifle either AR or M1A mag compatible by now. Looks like I won't be that lucky and will have to settle for AICS of some flavor.
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| Thu Aug 18, 2022 5:47 am |
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Site Supporter  Location: Redmond, WA Joined: Sun Jul 22, 2012 Posts: 189
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I have to go with the classic Steyr Scout.
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| Thu Aug 18, 2022 5:51 am |
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Site Moderator   Location: Marysville Joined: Thu Mar 22, 2012 Posts: 13507 Real Name: Mike
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I think the mossberg mvp series is hugely underrated. Both of my prairie dog rifles are mossbergs and their accuracy and dependability has been exceptional. Not the mention the price point is lower than most brands and they are AR (10/15) mag compatible.
I’d take a serious look at the mvp scout if I was in that market. And of course, you’re welcome to come down to MRC and try out my rifles if you’d like. _________________ Licensed/Bonded/Insured Hardwood Floor Installer/Finisher http://www.hardwoodfloorsnw.com/ |
| Thu Aug 18, 2022 6:33 am |
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Site Supporter  Location: Kent Joined: Wed Mar 13, 2013 Posts: 1660 Real Name: Andy
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My dad has had two of the Mossberg MVP rifles in 223/556. They both were accurate right out of the box.
The one down side to them. Is the small barrel diameter. After a few shots the group would open up due to the barrel getting hot. If you decide to get a Mossberg be sure to actually put your hands on the model you intend to buy. So you can physically see what you are buying |
| Thu Aug 18, 2022 7:01 am |
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Site Supporter Location: Burlington Joined: Wed Aug 22, 2012 Posts: 5999 Real Name: Kyle
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Like the fact the Mossberg uses M1A mags. Not that I can't buy another mag, but its sure convenient the more weapon systems that share mags the better in my mind. Definitely looking for a 7.62x51 Scout.
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| Thu Aug 18, 2022 7:16 am |
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The bolt in the Ruger Scout is based on m77 which is a mouser-like design similar to what a winchester 70 has.
If you don't know why is this a positive I can help you out with my totally biased opinion: its the best feeling bolt I have ever seen/try/use/own. I have it with a forward mounted scope leupold 2x fixy and I get great groups. |
| Thu Aug 18, 2022 8:48 am |
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Site Supporter  Location: WA/MT Joined: Thu Sep 6, 2012 Posts: 8285
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jeffbur wrote: I have to go with the classic Steyr Scout. +1. It's the only true Jeff Cooper design in production. _________________ Rara Temporum Felicitas Ubi Sentire Quae Velis Et Quod Velis Dicere Licet. ― Tacitus "Well, nobody's perfect." ― Osgood Fielding III |
| Fri Aug 19, 2022 9:34 am |
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Site Supporter  Location: Redmond Joined: Wed Jul 22, 2020 Posts: 975
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Sig Cross?
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| Fri Aug 19, 2022 10:11 am |
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Site Supporter  Location: AZ Joined: Fri Aug 17, 2018 Posts: 6797
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I love my BLR Takedown Lightweight .308Win. made by Miroku in Japan.
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| Fri Aug 19, 2022 10:17 am |
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Site Supporter Location: Lynnwood and at large Joined: Wed May 1, 2013 Posts: 21289 Real Name: Vick Lagina
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You are excused from posting a lever action, when OP is clearly looking for a bolt gun, because that BLR looks so nice.
_________________ “Finding ‘common ground’ with the thinking of evil men is a fool’s errand” ~ Herschel Smith "The “A return to First Principles in a Republic is sometimes caused by simple virtues of a single man. His good example has such an influence that the good men strive to imitate him, and the wicked are ashamed to lead a life so contrary to his example. Before all else, be armed!” ~ Niccolo Machiavelli Láodòng zhèng zhūwèi zìyóu FJB |
| Fri Aug 19, 2022 10:22 am |
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Site Supporter Location: Burlington Joined: Wed Aug 22, 2012 Posts: 5999 Real Name: Kyle
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surevaliance wrote: I love my BLR Takedown Lightweight .308Win. made by Miroku in Japan. That thing is sexy as hell. Seen you post it many times over the years. Nothing against it, but yes, definitely thinking a bolt gun is the requirement. I have a Springfield M1A Scout, but in my mind that doesn't meet the requirements set forth, either. Thanks though. _________________ Looking for: S&W Schofield 2x (.38/357) Coonan 1911 Nemo Omen JM Marlin 39M Tikka T3 Tactical(.308) BAR(.308) |
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