Best rifle on Reddit
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#1
Tikka
4.8
(37)
"Not going wrong with a Tikka."
"Go for a Tika!"
"Buy a Tikka, or a Ruger if you want cheap."
"Tikka T3X and its variants are the easy button."
"It's a fantastic rifle, very accurate and well built."
"I’d go with a .243 or a 6 Creedmoor."
"Something from Tikka if you can."
"Tikka T3x lite or hunter."
"Tikka is the best rifle for the money imho."
"Just get a Tikka and be done with it."
#2
Ruger
4.8
(31)
"My kids shoot a Ruger American Ranch in 350L with a Vortex Diamondback scope."
"Instead I'd recommend a PCC in 9mm. Rugers PCC platform is great, low recoil, optics friendly."
"Ruger PC9 I think would make a great rifle for home defense."
"I’d get a Ruger American in 308 so you can reach out a little farther."
"Get a Ruger 10/22 or a Mini-14 with wood furniture"
"Ruger 10/22"
"Ruger SFAR in .308. Small frame AR10 that takes most AR-15 parts."
"Ruger SFAR in .308. Small frame AR10 that takes most AR-15 parts."
"I'd vote Ruger 10/22 or Winchester Wildcat."
"If you don't have a 10/22 buy one. It is a very expandable platform."
#3
Savage
4.5
(15)
"You cant go wrong with any savage IMO"
"243 is the goat of beginner rifles."
"Bolt action in .308, because you can afford to buy lots of ammo and get used to it."
"I just bought a savage 110 apex hunter in 7mm-08. Great accurate rifle and good for deer."
"Starting up, I bought a savage 110 with the scope from cabelas in 308..."
"I went for the savage 110 with the vortex scope combo. Great value for the money."
"I have a Savage Arms 243 and it’s worked great for me for a couple of years now."
"I bought my savage axis 30-06 a few years back came with a vortex scope."
"Do the savage and decent scope."
"Savage 110 in 30-06 with a Leupold VX HD 3-9x40 scope."
#4
Winchester
4.8
(9)
"End verdict - Winchester model 70 in .30-06 with a good Leupold scope."
"The classic pick is a .243 and what I would recommend."
".243 Winchester is the classic starter caliber."
"My go-to deer rifle is a Winchester Model 70 EWMB in .308."
"I like my Winchester Wildcat better than my 10/22."
"Alternative (superior) choices, consider the Winchester Model 70 and Ruger M77."
"Pre-64 Winchester Model 70. Best .308 of all time in my opinion."
"Winchester wildcat 22 LR."
"I like the Winchester Wildcat. It's stupid light and the bolt locks back."
#5
Ruger American
4.2
(10)
"I got them a Ruger American youth size."
"Great rifle. I have one in 6.5 creed and I couldn't ask for a better rifle, especially for the price."
"Ruger American is generally well regarded."
"Suggest going with the Ruger American if it’s his first hunting rifle."
"I'd save the extra money or wait for a sale... and go for the Ruger."
"Ruger American is also a solid choice."
"Ruger American would be my suggestion."
"You could probably find a Ruger American or Winchester combo with a vortex scope."
"My deer rifle is a Ruger American in 308. Very solid rifle"
"C) bolt-action Ruger American."
#6
AR-15
4.7
(7)
"For home defense it’s hard to beat a short barrel suppressed 300 blackout in an AR platform."
"A good quality AR15 will do everything you want for home defense."
"At 100-300 yards for SHTF, I'd stick with an AR 15 platform."
"Ar-15 in 556 first, 10/22 second, Remington 700 third."
"Plentiful parts, abundant ammo and just reliable and easy to repair."
"If 300 yards is your max range, buy an AR-15; focus on an 18-20 inch barrel."
"If you’re only ever planning on reaching out to 300, 5.56 is still very much up to the task."
#7
Springfield
4.7
(7)
"Springfield. It's my favourite"
"I can blast and kill in one shot pretty much every time with it"
"I love the Springfield..."
"Rolling Block is the best but Springfield is my personal favorite"
"I’m ok with springfield. That’s the only rifle I use…"
"Springfield for no scope, rolling block for long scope"
"Gets the job done."
#8
6.5 Creedmoor
4.8
(6)
"6.5 creedmoor or 7mm-08 are probably the best 2 recommendations."
"6.5 creedmore. no kick really, and versatile for more than deer."
"6.5 creedmoor would be a great cartridge choice for deer size animals."
"I’d look at a 6.5 creedmor. Minimal recoil at all."
"Great for kids and women. Can shoot the light grain bullets a 243 can, but also will shoot heavier for larger game also."
"If you are just shooting deer, get a 6.5 creedmoor in a really lightweight rifle."
#9
Howa
4.8
(6)
"It's just a nice cartridge and it really does the job. The rifle itself was a howa 1500."
"Likely find a good deal on gunpost. Quick search showed a pile of decent rifles for under 1k."
"Howa, all day long. The howa 1500 is essentially a weatherby vanguard."
"Howa is your best bang for the buck."
"As everyone else has said - Howa Superlite, Ruger American Predator, and Savage Axis..."
"Some good, inexpensive choices of rifle would be Howa 1500, CVA Cascade, Ruger American Gen II, and Savage 110."
#10
Savage Axis
4.7
(6)
"Savage Arms makes great barrels per dollar spent."
"350 legend, savage axis."
"My youngins 12 and 14, have a .243 Savage Axis youth model."
".243 savage axis"
"My youngins 12 and 14, have a .243 Savage Axis youth model."
"Savage Axis 350 Legend"
#11
WASR
4.0
(6)
"Wasr."
"Buy a wasr or WBP."
"Look at a wasr. Proven. Imported."
"WASR is better for modernization."
"Wasr or wbp."
"A WASR will take accessories made for the AKM."
#12
ACR SS
4.8
(5)
"ACR SS is a monster!"
"ACR SS and Lightweight M4 maxed are my go to atm"
"ACR SS (boomerang) has enough RPM for me to maintain obliterate on the chest piece."
"I use the ACR SS and the Urban MDR, both are killing lasers it's insanely fun to use Rifles now."
"ACR SS = fastest RPM. Urban MDR = more damage."
#13
AR-10
4.2
(5)
"If you are set on getting something to fire .308, I would suggest stepping up a notch."
"I would go with the .308 AR-10."
"Get an AR-10, but really not a psa."
"AR-10."
"Just get some sort of AR10 for easier parts and magazine availability."
#14
M1A
5.0
(4)
"Long to mid range: M1A classic, UIC15"
"The Relic is a beast. M1A also"
"Classic M1A with boomerang talent for dmg per bullet"
"Best in Rifle - M1A, preference wise Merciless or Diamondback depending on build and playstyle."
#15
FX
5.0
(4)
"Im a fan of the fx dreamline guns. They are a step above the budget guns."
"Check out FX Dreamline Classic"
"It's everything I've ever wanted in an airgun!"
"I use an FX Maverick VP .30cal to cull these oversized terrors."
#16
Savage Axis II
4.5
(4)
"I bought a savage axis II .270 win... I love it."
"Absolutely love the rifle and have had zero issues out of it."
"Im leaning towards the savage axis II. seems reliable, good reviews and i can get one for around 400$"
"Savage Axis 2 or Ruger American if you want it to come with a scope."
#17
Remington 700
4.7
(3)
"Remington 700 if you don’t need it fancy."
"I have a brand new Remington 700 and it has been very very good."
"I have a Remington 700 & Browning ABolt both in .243. They're both solid options."
#18
Marauder
4.0
(3)
"My M-Rod was a great gun after I did some mods to it."
"Marauder/ avegenrs/ gauntlet 1 are probably the most popular budget rifles."
"I really like my 0.25 Marauder."
#19
CVA Scout
4.0
(3)
"I’d go with a CVA scout."
"Ive heard people say great things about the CVA Scout."
"Considering a CVA scout in 350 legend."
#20
Avenger
3.7
(3)
"An avenger is regulated and more accurate for less money."
"The Avenger will give you the as good of accuracy you can find in a budget rifle."
"Avenger runs $350 and has a 25 version."
#21
Ruger M77 Mark II
5.0
(2)
"I’d recommend looking at something very similar."
"I have an older version the Ruger Compact M77 Mark II in 7mm-08."
#22
Lightweight M4
5.0
(2)
"Lightweight m4 is nasty with umbra."
"For general use, Lightweight M4."
#23
Air Venturi
5.0
(2)
"I also recommend the Air Venturi Avenger in .22."
"Avenger was my first pcp and I absolutely love it."
#24
Ruger 10/22
5.0
(2)
"You will have nearly unlimited options for upgrades, and they're nearly impossible to kill."
"If you don’t get a 10/22, you made a mistake."
#25
M1 Garand
5.0
(2)
"M1 garand from the cmp"
"M1 Garand is great. 1903, 03A3, or 1917 are great as well."
#26
Rock Island Armory
5.0
(2)
"My Recommendation is the Rock Island TM22! They are regularly on sale at PSA for DIRT CHEAP."
"Rock Island Armory TM-22 in the AR style or the feather which is more M4 styled."
#27
Scar 17
5.0
(2)
"Scar mk17 is the best, but then add the mk20 receiver to it for the best version of it."
"Scar 17 with 13" barrel. That should do the trick nicely."
#28
MDR
5.0
(2)
"Close range: MDR, ACR SS"
"I got a nice Urban MDR and I put a bunch of resources into it to bring it up to level 15 expertise."
#29
Origin
5.0
(2)
"Origin, proof prefit, krg bravo. Done."
"I would recommend it for pest control any day."
#30
Bergara
5.0
(2)
"Bergara in 6.5 PRC or 7 PRC"
"Look into Bergara and Tikka’s. I was fortunate enough to have friends that have either."
#31
Rolling Block
4.5
(2)
"Rare Rolling Block is superior, IMO."
"I use the rare rolling block rifle with high velocity rounds"
#32
Howa 1500
4.5
(2)
"It's just a nice cartridge and it really does the job."
"Howa 1500 you won’t be disappointed."
#33
Specna Arms
4.5
(2)
"Out of those 3 100%, the specna edge 2.0"
"They've mislabeled the price I think but deffo nworth a punt"
#34
Mauser
4.5
(2)
"You kinda can’t go wrong with a Mauser IMO."
"Sporterised Mausers are a decent idea if you want to save some cash."
#35
Weihrauch
4.5
(2)
"If you want something your son can appreciate one day the only real option is weihrauch."
"Most people would suggest a weihrauch but I also have good success with a cheap gamo speedster."
#36
Lancaster
4.5
(2)
"The most iconic cowboy/outlaw/gunslinger rifle!"
"I prefer using the Lancaster repeater"
#37
Marlin
4.5
(2)
"Marlin 336s are very nice and infinite customization options."
"Very reliable I love my marlin 336w."
#38
Mk17
4.5
(2)
"The MK17 has the best overall performance."
"Faster rate of fire with reasonable damage: Military Mk17 Police Mk17 (loved the sound better than Military)"
#39
Winchester 94
4.5
(2)
"The only answer is a Winchester - preferably a 94 in 30-30."
"Winchester 94’s have always ran well for my family."
#40
SIG716
4.5
(2)
"Mid to close range: SIG716"
"I really like the artist tool named rifle lately. I think its a version of the sig."
#41
Henry
4.0
(2)
"Just something to have fun with? The Henry steel models are mid range in terms of pricing."
"Henry makes a nice single shot in various chamberings."
#42
Liberator
4.0
(2)
"Tenderizer is amazing and i use it very often."
"Adjudicator or the liberator penetrator, im not sure if the name of the second one is properly written in english."
#43
WBP
4.0
(2)
"Just buy a WBP or Zastava it’s worth the money man."
"Wbp. Nicer than a wasr, more easily customizable than a zastava."
#44
CVA Cascade
4.0
(2)
"Save some more and buy a CVA Cascade about $800."
"Heard good things about CVA cascade."
#45
Lee Enfield
4.0
(2)
"Sporterized Lee Enfield in .303 brit."
"A Lee Enfield is common for people in my area."
#46
Weatherby
4.0
(2)
"Weatherby Vanguard in 6.5CM. Light recoil."
"I’d recommend something more like a 300 win or wby in a weatherby vanguard."
#47
SKS
3.5
(2)
"A Russian SKS would be better."
"A light accurate 22, bolt action, 10/22, or Marlin 60."
#48
Air Arms
5.0
(1)
"Get an Air Arms S4xx or S5xx. They are solid, reliable."
#49
M640 Turbo
5.0
(1)
"You don’t need a pressure pad and I’d advise against it tbh."
#50
Hornady Youth Loads
5.0
(1)
"I’d work up some of the Hornady youth loads with H4895."
#51
Hornady
5.0
(1)
".243 with hornady Sst ammo. Drops them all day long."
#52
Ruger American .223
5.0
(1)
"223 ruger american would be my choice."
#53
AR Platform 300 AAC Blackout
5.0
(1)
"Next to no recoil with the Barnes ammo."
#54
Barnes
5.0
(1)
"The lighter bullet recoils less. But is super tough and will shoot through a deer lengthwise."
#55
Bergara B-14 Stroke
5.0
(1)
"Bergara makes the B-14 Stroke. It’s perfect for smaller frame women."
#56
Ruger/Savage/Browning
5.0
(1)
"Get her a youth model bolt action rifle in 243 or 7mm-08."
#57
KWA Ronin RM4 Q10 Recoil Electric Airsoft
5.0
(1)
"I would recommend the KWA Ronin RM4 Q10 Recoil Electric Airsoft, it has a feature that"
#58
Leupold VX Freedom 3-9x40
5.0
(1)
"You really can’t go wrong with one of these."
#59
Remington 700 Youth Model
5.0
(1)
"I use a remington 700 youth model 7mm-08."
#60
Howa Mini
5.0
(1)
"Howa mini in 6.5 grendel."
#61
Savage 220
5.0
(1)
"Savage 220. It's an amazing deer gun!"
#62
Howa 1500 Mini Action
5.0
(1)
"My 11 year old daughter has been learning on a howa 1500 mini action in 6.5 Grendel."
#63
Specna Arms PRIME
5.0
(1)
"Hmm, if you're looking to one-up what he already has, a Specna Arms PRIME is a very good shout."
#64
Remington Model 7
5.0
(1)
"Remington Model7 in 7mm-08"
#65
UIC
5.0
(1)
"I think my favorite is the UIC right now."
#66
Tikka .243
5.0
(1)
".243 tikka"
#67
Diamondback
5.0
(1)
"Loving the diamond back right now."
#68
.30-06
5.0
(1)
"Yes, yes it does. Deer, elk, moose, bear, it's all I've ever used and easily handles them all."
#69
Fightlite SCR
5.0
(1)
"On my list to get are the fightlite SCR and the CMMG BR4"
#70
KWA Ronin T6
5.0
(1)
"A kwa Ronin t6 is a nice rifle, short for cqb and uses same mags."
#71
Winchester Model 70
5.0
(1)
"I love my winchester model 70."
#72
Marlin 60
5.0
(1)
#73
.177 Stormrider
5.0
(1)
"It's a great rat gun. More than enough power and plenty accurate with most h&n pellets."
#74
UIC15 MOD2
5.0
(1)
"UIC15 MOD2 and Resolute Mk47 are amazing now."
#75
Tikka T3x
5.0
(1)
"With out a doubt get the Tikka t3x, for the price and the quality nothing beats it."
#76
Ruger American Compact
4.0
(1)
"I have a .243 Ruger American compact (youth) that I'm no longer in need of in GA."
#77
CVA .350
4.0
(1)
"CVA .350 single shot"
#78
Tyrannasaur
4.0
(1)
"Should do the trick for deer and elk. Light recoil but enough power."
#79
SV
4.0
(1)
"I recommend a 24" long SV to optimize ammo ballistic."
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